Urinating or defecating outside the litter box is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — feline behavior complaints. It can stem from litter box aversion, stress, inter-cat conflict, or territorial marking, but it can also be a sign of a painful medical condition like a urinary tract infection or bladder disease.
Because feline urinary issues can become emergencies, especially in male cats, any new or worsening house-soiling behavior should always be evaluated by a veterinarian before assuming it's purely behavioral.
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Our veterinary behaviorists start with diagnostics to rule out medical causes, then assess litter box setup, household stressors, and social dynamics between pets to pinpoint the true cause. From there, we create a customized plan covering litter box management, environmental enrichment, and stress reduction to restore reliable litter box habits.
If your cat has stopped using the litter box consistently, don't wait. Call Feeling Pawsitive Veterinary Behavioral Services at (864) 991-8024 or schedule a consultation today.
