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Expert: - 6/9/2009


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i have had cats my whole life and have never had any problems but now i have two kittens one male, one female, both 8 weeks and the female keeps going to the bath room #1 and #2 about 2 feet in front of the litter box and has recently gone #2 on my husbands shoe and #1 on my daughters blanket. im just a little confused on what the next step for me to take should be, im not one to give up animals like they are disposable but if it doesn't stop i will have no choice! Please help. the only thing i can guarantee is that my husband will not be up for costly fixes he already wants me to get rid of them! i think it was the shoe thing that did it in for him! Please help

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Hi Megan,

Can the kitten climb into the litter box? It may be a wee bit too high for her. Try a lower box for her. Then clean the areas she has been using with an enzymatic cleaner to remove all odors that might tempt her back. I use this; Bramton Simple Solution Home Stain and Odor Remover. Works great and smells good. Next try using this stuff, http://www.preciouscat.com/
You can get it at pet Smart. Works super. Try these three things and see how she does. I think you won't have anymore problems with her. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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