Berlin — Few things unsettle cat owners more than discovering their pet has turned the sofa, bed or carpet into a toilet. It’s unpleasant, yes — but losing your temper won’t help. First rule: No ...

A cat that suddenly stops using the litter box can throw any home into chaos. It’s frustrating to clean up after them, but what looks like mischief is usually a sign of something deeper. Cats are ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Indoor cats are naturally inclined to use a well-maintained litter box. Most cats are trained by their mothers as ...

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Q: I'm thinking about teaching Cameo, my newly adopted young calico cat, to use the toilet instead of a litter box. Are most people successful at toilet training their cats? A: I don't recommend ...

Thankfully, cats come pre-potty trained. Stick your kitten in a sandy litter box and they do the rest. But cats are smart. So smart that it turns out you can teach your cat to use a human toilet. Yes, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If your cat stops using the litter tray, consider a series of possible triggers. Ina Fassbender/dpa-tmn Few things unsettle cat ...