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Litter training isn't exclusively for cats, and with patience and perseverance it is possible to train different small pets to use litter boxes. Rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats and other small animals can all be successfully litter trained if the right steps are taken to encourage their training.
The Best Litter
Cat litters are not generally suitable for use with other small pets. Chemicals in the cat litter can be toxic to other pets, which often chew on parts of their litter. Litters with a great deal of dust can also be dangerous for small pets to inhale. Instead, choose the best litter type for your specific animal and pet's preferences. Ideally, the litter should feel natural and comfortable to the animal. Hay litters, including alfalfa and oat hays, are popular options, especially for rabbits. Pressed wood pellets, peat moss or even shredded paper can also be suitable.
Choose a litter box that is the appropriate size for your pet, bearing in mind that some animals like to stretch out in the litter box. Adding a few layers of newspaper to the bottom of the box can help absorb urine to keep the litter from getting soaked too quickly. Position the box in the corner or area of the cage where your pet has already shown a bathroom preference.
Litter Training Tips
It takes time and patience to train a small pet to use a litter box. Accidents will happen, and for some types of animals, urinating or defecating is a way to mark their territory, so those accidents may not always be so accidental. To help your pet learn to use the litter box more consistently…
Training your small pet to use a litter box will take time and they may never learn to use it perfectly, but if they are familiar with the box and use it well, it can make keeping their cage clean much easier.
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Diabetes can be a challenging condition to manage, especially in pets that cannot verbally communicate how they feel. Recognizing the symptoms of diabetes in...
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