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Expert: Dear Tabbi - 10/28/2009
Question
Hi,
What is the best kitty litter to reduce the smell after my cat uses his litter box? which litter box is better, an Open Box or Enclosed? also is there a way i can train my kitten to not be on the bed?
Answer
Nicole,
I like Tidy Cat Clumping with Crystals or Fresh Step clumping litter. Do not use clay litter if you don't want smell. A covered litterbox helps with odor but some cats do not like them.
They like to be able to see if anything is coming. It would depend on your cat. Make sure whatever litterbox you use is big enough because some cats don't like to use a small one because their paws can get 'dirty'. If you scoop out your litter at least once a day, or when you see it used, you shouldn't have odor problems. Making sure your male is neutered also helps cut down the strong male tomcat urine smell.
A single kitty that doesn't have a kitty friend to play with and snuggle with will want to be on the bed with you for company and comfort. The best way to keep him off the bed is to have a rolled up newspaper handy and whap him, saying "not on the bed" loudly and firmly when he jumps up there. It won't hurt him but the noise will scare him. He should soon associate the scary noise of the newspaper when getting on the bed and avoid it. Make sure you wait a few minutes then love on him, because you want him scared to jump on the bed, but NOT scared of you.
You may want to think about getting a second kitten so your kitten isn't alone. A single kitten can be more demanding of your attention and more destructive out of boredom because they keep each other amused by playing kitty games that humans can't do.
Tabbi
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