How to litter train a Persian kitten or cat

You will set up a litter box and teach your Persian kitten or cat to use it instead of the floor. It suits new owners and anyone whose cat keeps missing the box. Start with a quiet spot, the right litter and a fixed routine.

How to train your persian cats|washroom training | All types of trainings| urdu | Hindi, by Cats & birds club on YouTube. 7 min 51 s.

Video length
7 min 51 s
Time to do it
1 to 2 weeks
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
7

What you need

Steps

  1. Put the litter box in a quiet corner away from food, water and noisy appliances. A kitten needs a box with low sides it can climb into easily.

  2. Fill the box with 5 to 8 cm of unscented clumping litter. Avoid perfumed litter, which many cats dislike.

  3. Take your cat to the box after every meal, after naps and after play. Scratch the litter gently with your finger so it sees the spot.

  4. Praise softly and give a small treat when it uses the box. Never punish a cat for a mistake, and never rub its nose in it.

  5. Clean the clumps out twice a day and stir the litter. Wash the whole box with mild soap and water once a week.

  6. If your cat goes outside the box, clean the spot with an enzyme cleaner so the smell does not draw it back.

  7. Keep the routine steady for one to two weeks. Most kittens get it once the box is clean, quiet and easy to reach.

Tips and common mistakes

Have one box per cat plus one spare, and keep a box on each floor of a large home.

Move the box to a new spot slowly, a little each day, if you want it in another room.

Sudden accidents in a trained cat can mean illness or stress, so check with a vet if it continues.

Questions

How long does litter training take?

Most kittens learn in one to two weeks with a clean box and a steady routine. Some take longer, so stay patient and consistent.

Why does my Persian cat avoid the litter box?

Common causes are a dirty box, scented litter, a noisy location or a box that is too small. Fix those first before assuming a behaviour problem.

Can I train a cat to use the toilet instead?

Toilet training is possible but slow and stressful for many cats. Litter is safer and easier, especially for a young kitten.

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