How to make 1 month old kittens go in the litter box

Question

my cat had kittens a little over a month ago, and now all 4 of them are starting to eat a little food but they refuse to use the little box... they like eatting it but not using it... all of the kittens are in my bedroom because thats were they were born and we havent had the time to move them yet, but when i noticed pee was all over by bed comforter i need some help! i take there paws and put them in the box and move there paws.. but i dont know what else to do!!

please help!

Answer 1

This will sound REALLY REALLY mean....but when we had kittens we rubbed their noses in the litter boxes. After a while of rubbing their noses in it they will go in there.

Answer 2

i always cage my kittens until they use a litter box, dog crates work best but a rabbit cage will do if you put somthing over the wire bottom so they arent walking on it. give them a small litter box. or even a piece of old tupperware that you dont mind parting with will do and of course plenty of food and water. you can let them out for play time but make sure you watch them, if you see one going to the bathroom simply pick it him up and put him in the liter box (no need to rub there nose in it, alls that does is make them fear you) good luck

Answer 3

Momma cat needs to also teach them how to use the litter box. Don't let them eat it, it's not safe for them.

Is the box's entrance low enough for them to get in and out OK?

Answer 4

If the kitten stays with its Mom long enough, (an absolute minimum of eight weeks and preferably 12 weeks) it should be very simple. Kittens taken from their mothers before the proper length of time often develop nursing behavior on themselves, other cats, humans, or fabric, and these habits will often continue throughout adulthood. They also need this time to learn proper cat behavior from their mother cat, including use of the litter box, socializing with humans and other cats. Try to imagine how a human would have turned out if he or she were taken away from their parents as toddlers, and didn’t have the proper role model to learn from. So, usually when a kitten has been observing their mother using the litter box, they will usually copy her which also helps the other kittens learn.

After the kitten has left his mother and he comes home with you for the first time, feed him wet food, (which is what‘s best for him especially before he’s a year old). About thirty minutes after he‘s done eating, place him in the box. If putting him in the box doesn‘t prompt him to use it, then stir the litter with your hands while he’s watching. Never restrain him in the box; you should always let the kitten jump out if he wants to. Kittens will often have accidents, and the best thing to do is to pick up the f***s and put it in the litter box. This will help him make an association with his f***s and the litter box.  Also one of the most important tips to prevent him from going in the same spot is to thoroughly clean it. I added strain and odor removing tips at the bottom. Never yell at or scold the kitten for accidents, as you wouldn't scold a potty training toddler for an accident. Punishment does not help a cat‘s behavior. All it does is make your cat fear and resent you.

Each day about a half an hour after mealtime and playtime, put him in the box as you did the first time. Cats are creatures of habit, so teach them the routine and you should have no problem.

Good luck!

Odor removing tips:

Remember, a cat’s sense of smell is fourteen times stronger than that of a human. This is why it is so important for you to thoroughly clean the urine spots. Even if you can’t smell it, your cat probably still smells the urine in the carpet, and this can make them want to “re-mark” that spot over and over.

To remove the smell of urine from just about anything, first clean it with some sort of soap or kitchen cleaner. Then clean it with lemon juice. If you don’t like the smell of lemon juice follow it up with a little bit of vanilla extract. One of the most effective formulas I’ve found for removing ANY odor was from Popular Science Magazine. Mix 1 quart of Hydrogen Peroxide, with 1/4 cup of Baking Soda, and one tablespoon of liquid dishwashing soap. Saturate the affected area, rinse thoroughly with clean water, and the smell is gone. This is non-toxic and safe for your animals and children, and those with allergies. This is especially helpful for removing skunk odor from your outdoor animals. As always, test a small portion of fabric for color fastness, before treating a large area.

What Won’t Work… There are many home remedies for treating pet stains and odors, and let me stress that most of them are not too bad as far as removing odors for humans’ noses. Vinegar, ammonia, baking soda, laundry detergents, lemon juice, fabric softeners, and commercial strength pet stain removers are all great for removing the odors that humans can smell. However; you will need more to remove the odor for your cat’s nose. An enzymatic cleaner is the best answer, but it is slow and may take more than one application, (Nature’s Miracle is one of them). The Hydrogen Peroxide/Baking Soda combo is fast, but can alter the colors of some fabrics. In the end, you must decide which application is best for your situation.

Even if you clean a pet stain with soap and water certain micro-organisms remain behind and your pet can smell them. Enzymatic Cleaners are designed to completely eliminate the source of the odor by using enzymes to eat away the micro-organisms that cause the odor. The one drawback to these cleaners is that they are slow; it could take several weeks for them to completely eliminate an odor. Enzymantic Cleaners are available at most pet stores, organic/natural/health food stores, and even some hardware stores. You can also ask your vet for suppliers.

Answer 5

actually hes right ^ lol.

if your kittens dont use the littler box make them sniff their p**p a little and then rub their noses in the litter box.. and tells them you want them to litter in there. you will have to do it a few times for them to understand.

Answer 6

There is no need to cage the kittens. Sometimes I wish cat owners would look at the information on the web. There are so many other ways to train them and vet recommended! Never punish your kitten for eliminating outside of his litter box. Punishing him will only make the problem worse and may cause your kitten to fear you, especially if you smack him or rub his nose in the mess.

One thing you can do is lock them in the bathroom or an area that they know is only theirs. Eventually they will all take to the litter box even if you have to pick up a few messes. The smaller the area the better.

R

Answer 7

They are babies!!  They aren't supposed to know how to use it yet!!  They will soon-just let them be.   Make sure you have dry food and water out for them at all times.    And, offer can food a few times a day.