Why is my cat marking outside the litter box even with clean boxes?

Thanks for more information on Frejya! It could be that there are too many cats using two litter boxes. It's recommended that each cat has their own litter box, plus one; therefore, if you have five cats, you should have six boxes. You are doing exactly right by scooping them every day and fully cleaning them once a week. I would try setting up at least two different litter boxes in separate areas of your home to see if that helps the problem. She may just want to use a box that isn't used to every other cat in the home. Cats can be extremely finicky about litter boxes, and will often refuse to use a box if too many cats are also using it. Try this first to see if that helps with her eliminating outside the box. If it doesn't, then I would take her into the vet for an exam to see if there is a medical cause behind this behavior.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Dusty. I recommend that he sees his veterinarian to ensure that he does not have a medical problem. If he is healthy, then it is more likely a behavioral issue. Yes, I recommend scooping his box daily. You should one litter box per cat plus one. So that means two boxes for one or three boxes if you have two cats. Most cats prefer large litter boxes and ones that are uncovered. I hope this information helps!

It sounds like your cat might be marking, which some female cats will do. However, she should be checked by a vet to make sure there isn't a medical cause for her urination, such as a urinary tract infection or stress cystitis. Here's a link to some more information on inappropriate urinating in cats: https://www.petcoach.co/cat/condition/inappropriate-urination/

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Shay. I recommend adding one or more additional litter boxes to your home. You should have one box per cat plus one. So if you have a total of two cats, then you need a minimum of three litterboxes. A lot of times this will resolve problems with a cat not using the box consistently. If this does not help, then she needs to see her veterinarian to rule out a medical problem. I hope this information helps!

I am sorry to hear about your problem with Bella! I would increase the frequency of cleaning, I normally recommend scooping daily and then dumping the entire box and washing weekly. Many cats will have litter box aversion if the box isn’t cleaned enough. Also we recommend one more litter box than number of cats in the house (1 cat needs 2 boxes, 2 cats need 3 boxes, etc). If the accidents continue I would recommend an exam by her vet to check for possible medical causes.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Tobei. First, it is a good idea for him to see his veterinarian to determine there is not a medical cause contributing to his condition. For example, a disease that will increase his thirst will make him urinate more and this can lead to going out of th box. If he does not have an underlying disease, then it is a behavioral problem. In this case, you need a minimum of one litterbox for every cat in the house plus one. Most cats prefer uncovered boxes. The boxes need to be in safe locations away from loud noises such as appliances. Older cats are prone to arthritis and it can be difficult to get in and out of the litterbox. In this case using the lid to a large Sterilite storage container is an option. The very low lip may make it easier for him to access it. I hope this information helps!

Hi. I would recommend a few things. Uncover the boxes. Add a third box. And isolate them from each other for a bit. Then introduce, after showing them where the boxes are. Also recommend full exam and labs to rule out any medical potential causes for inappropriate defecation. Good luck.