When Your Cat Won’t Use The Litter Box
There could be many reasons why your cat won’t use her litter box. First rule out any physical reason for the situation. Visiting the vet can eliminate any problems such as bladder or kidney infection, a blockage, or diabetes.
The next step is to make sure the litter box is kept clean. Many cats will not use a soiled litter box. If an odor is offensive to you it is probably offending the cat. Scoop out wastes at least daily and dispose of in a strong bag. You don’t want it breaking and the used litter spilling out.
Next, make sure the cat feels safe using the box. You have to admit she’s in a vulnerable position. Move litter boxes away from high traffic areas and where children play. She needs to feel safe. You may even want to place a cover over the box. Although it is more for aestics and odor control, the cat may find herself feeling safer in an enclosed area.
Lastly, make sure your cat isn’t drowning in litter. Placing too much can frighten the cat when her feet sink. This is particularly a problem with declawed cats.
Keep in mind that if your cat has an accident it may also be due to stress. Changes in the home can cause a cat to react or change her habits. Hopefully this is temporary and she will begin again reusing the litter box.
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After keeping my son’s dog, Skip, for a week, my lawn was wrecked. It was half yellow from all the urine burns. I swore I would never keep him again. I tried all kinds of remedies but nothing seemed to help. Then I learned about ”Bring Back the Green.”
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As pet owners we have all gone through the experience of losing track of where our pet is located and it can certainly be traumatic experience. And unless this has happened on multiple occasions, and having found out our dogs tendencies it can also be hard to know where your dog may wander.
So initially knowing the exact direction in which they are can save you from having to venture or worry simply which direction they may have strayed. There are multiple options available as technology becomes more compact and a standard dog tracking kit can allow you to track the exact direction your dog is located. With simple setup and reliability, knowing that sometimes a dogs curiosity and tendency to want to explore it is certainly a relief to know that your pets location can be easier to track.
Standard dog tracking systems are compact and offer hours of operation with accurate signal tracking and low interference providing immediate feedback on the location of your wandering pet. In having to deal with the tragedy of losing a pet it certainly will ease worry in knowing that if necessary you can locate your lost pet so the investment is certainly something most pet owners will want to consider. Even being able to utilize a tracking device in cases such as hunting and knowing where your dog has been led in search of game can prevent the loss of the time and training put into your valuable friend.
In searching for a cat bed it can be important for you to first consider what exactly you are looking for when considering the types and styles of cat beds. First it can depend on the tendencies of your cat and the places they prefer to get away and rest. Most cats seem to prefer elevated or hidden areas especially at times of high traffic.
Cats are very independent and if you have a cat that is not strictly kept inside you may want to look into a material that is easily cleaned. Cats do tend to stay cleaner then dogs but being able to easily clean your cat bed can be an advantage. Some choices of cat beds include kitty cabins and huts but also a window sill mounted cat bed or cat window perch. This can be particularly useful as many cats are watchful and like being able to keep an eye on what is happening outside. But instead of having to jump onto the sill and potential entangle with your blinds they can stay set on their perch and in have a more comfortable, larger laying area.
When training a pet there are a couple considerations in why I feel it is not necessarily the best option to reward pets with treats. There are a number of reasons alone that many pet owners do not associate ‘people’ food with feeding their pets including the behavior of a dog beginning to beg at the smell or site of food around the dinner table. I feel that rewarding, even with dog treats can promote this type of behavior. A dog for example can associate any command with the assumption that a treat is involved. In expecting a treat many dogs can become more interested in the end result then in performing the command or trick.
I am certain that most pet owners would agree that you pet will be just as content with petting or praise and providing positive reinforcement doesn’t necessarily entail treats, it can simply involve playing with their favorite pet toy. In the pets that I have trained or even been around I witnessed distinct behavior in that pets understand what you let them get away with. They are very knowledgeable animals and can readily be taught with proper effort, but more importantly habits can be avoided by simply not allowing or recognizing if necessary certain habits your pet may try.
We all know cats don’t like water but do dogs? Some do and some don’t. You can definitely use this to your advantage if he or she does. Swimming is good exercise and is great for thier muscles and heart. If the dog has webbed feet, it may be a breed that was bred to swim.
First “test the waters” with your dog to see if Taylor (we’ll call him) likes water. Place a Paws Aboard Life Jacket on Taylor. Throw a floatable toy such as the Hyper Retriever into a very shallow end of a lake or river. If Taylor likes the water he’ll stride into it with no reservations. Then try a slightly deeper section of the lake or throw the toy farther out. Be sure you know it doesn’t drop off unexpectedly so Taylor doesn’t unwantingly go under. Also be sure you use a floatable toy so the tenatious dog will not die of exhaustion looking for the stick that sank out in the lake.
Then once Taylor is used to deep water swimming you can take him out on the boat. There is no reason to leave your arthritic, overweight or older dogs at home. You will have The Doggy Boat Ladder to help you get the dogs back on the boat so that you will not injure your back or pull muscles. The lightweight ladder folds in half for easy storage. When Taylor is accustomed to the water and the boat ladder, everyone has fun. No more worries about losing him or injuring yourself. Now you can use your floatable toys and exercise your dogs.
Use caution when getting a dog accustomed to swimming. Never throw the dog’s favorite fetch toy in the deep end of the pool or lake without taking the steps above first. Have a safe and great summer!
SO here’s my latest dog fostering story:
Last week I was driving out my subdivision and almost hit this terrier mix that ran out in front of my car. When I opened my door he tried to jump in! He was so sweet! Then the odor hit me and I knew he was a stray or ‘drop-off’.
I knocked on doors and put up signs. No one claimed him and no one called. Looks like I was destined to be a foster mother again.
While setting up the house for another foster dog, I was really glad I had some of the products from the Pet Supplies Store. After a clean bill of health (except skin allergies) and a few shots from my vet, my agenda was: safety first, grooming second, and treats and playtime third.
I set up my Gateway Pressure Gate to keep him from going down the stairs into the dangerous basement. Then I set him up with a hood so he would not keep digging and chewing his skin allergies. I set up my Ergo Auto Feeder with his food that the vet provided for me and my Ergo Auto Waterer. I Then, I HAD to get rid of the “knock-down” odor he was giving off. I gave him a bath with the Deodorizing Shampoo and Oatmeal Shampoo for his skin problem. Not only did he smell better but was snuggly soft. The next order of business was to get after those nails with the safety nail clippers. I didn’t have a new tooth brush but had the paste which he really liked and he almost bit my finger off in the process!
When it was time to go to bed, I showed him his kennel I had from the last rescue and after giving it a thorough sniff-down, curled up inside and and started snoring!
The next morning I decided to take him for a walk. Our neighborhood has strict rules on picking up “dog poop” when we walk our dogs. I took along the Clean Up Claw and wore my Treat Dispenser so I could start awarding him for obedience. He loved the walk but I think he needs a heavier collar and leash than one that I used with my last rescue. I could tell his former owners never took him for walks - definitely not leash trained.
Upon returning home I got to make use of my Cool Pad again. That thing is neat. He stayed on the porch while I was at work and kept cool all day on it. I didn’t ever have to worry about him having a heat injury.
I knew the (un)fortunate day would come when a family would want to adopt him. He was so cute and sweet and cuddly and with the help of the training spray, he didn’t bark except when a stranger came to the door. The lucky family took him in their arms and promised him a good home. They even already had him toys! He was with me for one good month but that’s the life of a foster parent. You save them, train them, treat them, provide them with good pet supplies and find them a perfect home and then its time to say goodbye. On to the next rescue……
The travel system pet stroller is a great help for those on the go. It is available in blue or pink.
The STROLLER is durable, light-weight frame, fold flat stroller frame, large storage basket, detachable bottle and accessory holder. The CAR SEAT has rear belt loop which attaches with seatbelt and keeps carrier secure while driving. The CARRIER is light weight, 600 denier nylon fabric and strong mesh, holds up to 15 lbs., easy zipper openings, carry straps for easy transportation.
This three-in-one system is particularly useful when having to take your dog to the vet, a friend’s, or even the dog park. Simply place him into the car seat and then use the carrier or stroller for mobility.
For a great price you cannot beat the three-in-one Petsafe Pet Travel System.
I have two cats and a dog and, as you can imagine, the upkeep on my little family can get a bit expensive. Luckily I found great discount pet supplies at petsuppliestore.com. They have a wonderful selection of everything that my guys need, be it a bed, feeders or shampoos. The best part is I feel like I’m really engaging with people who understand cats and dogs and not just some kid who works at a chain store who thinks that all cats are female.
Cats and dogs, like humans, often get stressed and need a place to lay their head. Finding pet beds that suit your little friend is an important task, as cats and dogs have a lot of similar sleeping habits and levels of comfort. The best thing to do is to observe your pet for a few nights and see where they spend the most time to relax. From there, you should be able to figure out what kind of bed would be a great fit.
Once you have a fully relaxed pet, you’ll no doubt have a much happier friend.