I don't have a cat, but the No. 1 question I get from family, friends and colleagues is, “Why is my cat suddenly not using the litter box?” So I decided to do some research and see what I could find.

A cat that suddenly stops using the litter box can throw any home into chaos. It’s frustrating to clean up after them, but what looks like mischief is usually a sign of something deeper. Cats are ...

Welcome to Pet Peeves, a monthly series that aims to provide pet care solutions and expert advice for challenging scenarios that involve your beloved animal companions. If you’re one of the few pet ...

Few things unsettle cat owners more than discovering their pet has turned the sofa, bed or carpet into a toilet. It's unpleasant, yes — but losing your temper won't help. First rule: No scolding ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A common frustration among cat owners is the litter box. Specifically, why do cats poop outside the litter box? Even more ...

"Sometimes it's simply because they like the cozy shape and the security of a litter box," Dr. Fling explained. Cats thrive in familiar routines and environments, and a litter box is no exception. "If ...

Although some vets describe a cats' hyper behavior after using the litter box (also known as the "zoomies") as mysterious, experts have gathered a few different reasons why this could happen. Rebecca ...

The best cat litter boxes are easy to clean and control odors. Our top tested picks are extra large, high-sided, stainless ...

Berlin — Few things unsettle cat owners more than discovering their pet has turned the sofa, bed or carpet into a toilet. It’s unpleasant, yes — but losing your temper won’t help. First rule: No ...