Behind a cat pooping outside of the litter box, there is often a cat parent going through a vast array of emotions. The emotional rollercoaster ride may range from shock to sorrow, with several pit ...

Many kittens are already potty trained when they come home to their human families at around eight weeks old, but you’ll soon know if your feline friend isn’t acquainted with a litter box when you ...

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From the moment you open the litter box, it’s hard to ignore the distinct and pungent smell of cat poop. It’s a smell that’s hard to forget, and a smell that many cat owners simply can’t stand. But ...