
	Intro: Before you begin Step 1: Choose and gather supplies Step 2: Set up the box Step 3: Get the cat in the box Step 4: Take charge of accidents








	Pregnant women should refrain from cleaning out litter boxes. Parasites that cause toxoplasmosis--an infection that's lethal to unborn babies--are sometimes found in cat feces. Pregnant or not, be sure to wash your hands with soap and water after cleaning the litter box.

2torial 0886 - Step 1:
Learn2 Housebreak a Cat (Continued)

Choose and gather supplies

Try out different types of litter until you find one you like. Various types of litter are available, but you may find that commercial brands that use clay and sand are the best, as opposed to shredded newspapers or other homemade types.

Clay litter: Clay chips are naturally absorbent and don't get tracked onto your floor as much as sand litter does. However, it's necessary to change the entire litter box every few days (how often will depend on the number of cats using it) to get rid of waste and the smell.

Clump litter: Clump litter is favored by many cat owners, but it doesn't absorb odor as well as clay. Clump litter also tends to get tracked on the floor more since it's as fine as sand. On the positive side, it gathers moisture into clumps that you can simply scoop out. This makes cleaning the box easier, and you won't have to change the litter as frequently.

Step 2