Even most dedicated cat lover has little patience with a cat that doesn't use its litter box. Yet, patience is key to creating litter box success. A positive introduction when young, and simple housekeeping on your part will solve most problems.

Most cats instinctively use litter box. However if you see your kitten crouching or sniffing in a corner lift her and place her in a litter tray - this is a sign of oncoming urination. If your kitten is not using litter box you should place her in box every morning.

It is important for your cat to be able to easily access litter box. If you have a large home, put litter boxes in more than one place. If your house has many levels, make sure each floor is equipped with a litter box. As in real estate, location is crucial to your cat successfully using litter box. The best spot offers your cat a certain amount of privacy, but not so out of way that you forget to clean it. Some people put litter box in a seldom-used closet. Be sure, however, to use a hard-rubber stop to keep door, or install a pet door so your cat can go in and out whenever she wants.

If you need to move a litter tray you should move it by only a few feet at a time. If cat stops using it you have probably moved it too far.

If your cat doesn't use her litter box study situation carefully for reason(s) why.

Many parents know that best way for children to learn compassion and importance of keeping commitments is by helping to care for a pet. Children learn from watching adults in their lives. If a child can learn to treat an animal with respect they can take that lesson into later life. A cat can be a marvellous, loving companion for a child, but it is up to adults in family to ensure cat and kids live together happily ever after.

When you first bring a cat home, explain to your child that they will need to be patient, quiet and gentle to help cat feel safe. Sit on floor with your child and help him practice patience as cat gets up courage to come close. Let your child feed cat a piece of food from his hand. If cat is reluctant to come close, have your child gently toss a piece of food close to cat. Once cat realizes what your child is offering, ice will melt.

Very young children can easily overwhelm a cat or kitten with their exuberance. Children under age of five years should always be supervised when playing with or handling a cat. Children over 12 years can usually be trusted to be gentle, but be sure to occasionally check up on kids under 12 years when they spend concentrated time with family cat.

You should remind children that they should not disturb a sleeping cat, or a cat that is using its litter tray.