Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be solved.

Contrary to what many think, spraying isn’t a litter box problem, but rather a problem with marking.

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The most popular form of cat training is that of learning them how to use the litterbox. This is especially important for indoor cats, but is also ideal for an indoor/outdoor pet. Many people are surprised to know that cat training can also involve an actual toilet, which will eliminate the expense and odor associated with a litterbox. This type of cat training will consist of several weeks during which time the litterbox is elevated and moved until it is near the toilet. The move should be gradual so as to not cause the cat a great deal of confusion or, even worse, cause him/her to misplace the litterbox. During this type of cat training, the litter can be suspended above the toilet using either a small bowl or box. At the conclusion of cat training involving the toilet, the cat will be able to use the toilet by perching over the bowl.

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Do you need to know how to clean cat urine fast? It’s a common problem among cat owners. Your cat pees on the rug, leaving a foul smell that penetrates the whole room. If urine soaked carpet is not cleaned up immediately, the smell can settle into the whole house!

To avoid having your house smell like a “cat-house”, it is best to clean up the cat urine immediately. However, it is not always possible to be ready with the cleaner in hand every time your cat soils the rug. But fear not, here is a solution that works thoroughly!

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Cat lovers know that cats make adorable, low-maintenance pets. They do not demand as much attention as other pets do. They pretty much keep to themselves, unless they are in the mood to explore or to be a little bit affectionate with you. They are also basically clean animals. They groom themselves a lot, they mostly keep away from dirt, and they instinctively keep their own feces out of sight. If they are outdoor-cats, that is.

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Cats not using the litter box is one of the top complaints of cat owners. Why don’t cats want to use the litter box? What can I do to quickly solve the problem? Fortunately many people have been in your shoes before, so there are lots of answers out there.

Cat behavior problems are one of the main reasons why cats are given over to shelters by their owners. The two most common cat behavior problems involve the cat not using the litter box, and feline aggression.

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