Need advice regarding my cat that won't use litterbox

6/16/09 | Huntress

[Huntress]

Dear Freeper cat owners,

I'm having a problem with Norman the cat (see my homepage for a photo). He will not use the litterbox, and instead pees on my bedroom carpet. I have two cats and three litterboxes, which I scoop daily. I've been using the same type of litter for a long time. He has adequate facilities, he just won't use them.

Does anyone have any advice for me in this situation? I'm thinking of ripping up the carpet and putting down a hard surface floor. Please don't tell me to kill or get rid or Norman, as that is not an option. I've had him for nine years, and I'm very fond of him despite his faults.

Thanks.

Huntress

[pabianice]

Have him checked for bladder blockage immediately. If untreated, death from blood poisoning is rapid.

[Oztrich Boy]

Have you considered that maybe Norman is having a problem with the litterbox?

[republicangel]

My recently deceased kitty that lived to the ripe old age of 16 had this problem most of her life.
It started with a bladder infection and as other posters said, they associate the pain with the litter box. Once the infection is gone they still won’t use the litter box like they once did.

I did find some wonderful litter called Cat Attract. It is expensive, but found it at Pet Smart. It made her final years much more pleasant for all of us.