How can Charlotte, MI cat owners keep their houses clean?
Cat’s may have a reputation for aloof behavior, but if you’re a cat person, you know what rewarding companions cats can be. But that’s only when your cat is happy, and as any cat owner can tell you, successful litter training is an important part of keeping you and your cat happy, and your house clean. Fortunately, it's not hard to housetrain your cat, because cats prefer a clean living space almost as much as you do.
1. Have the litter tray ready.
Purchase a litter pan and kitty litter from a pet store and have it ready when you bring home your feline friend. Carry the kitty to the litter pan and set it down right inside. Adult cats usually get the hint right away and will seek out the litter box when they need it. Kittens will also want to use the pan, but they may have trouble remembering how to find it, so it's best to block off part of the house for them and until they can find it reliably. Importantly, don't move the litter box without helping your cat find its new location.
2. Where should I put the litter box?
Make sure your cat can access the litter box easily. Cats like a little privacy when they're doing their business, but they also don't like to feel trapped. A low-traffic area of your home is best, but a closet or tight corner is likely to make a cat feel trapped. Also keep in mind that noises from the dryer, furnace, or other appliance can make a cat nervous. It's best to avoid these areas, because your cat will probably avoid them anyway.
And remember: cats often don't like to share. So if you have more than one cat, place multiple litter boxes in different places around the house.
3. Keep it clean
Cats like clean, so it's important to clean out the litter box regularly. If you can smell your cat's waste, you can be sure your cat can smell it, too—and your cat may eliminate in a different, cleaner part of the house.
Scoop out solids and dispose of them daily, and change the clay litter about twice a week. When you change the litter, wash the box with a mild detergent. This will cut down on the odors in your home, to the relief of both you and your cat.
4. Dealing with accidents
Not all accidents are accidental. If male cats aren't neutered, they may spray around the house to mark their territory. If your cat quits using the litter box, call your veterinarian, as this behavior often signals a problem.
Your veterinarian can help your cat, but who's going to help your carpet? Blot up what you can and
contact Modernistic. Our professional pet stain removal team will clean and flush the area, using a powerful pre-treatment process and a hot-water extraction system to clear out any evidence of an accident.
When your house is clean, your cat will be happy—and so will you.
