2torial 0886 - Step 3:
Learn2 Housebreak a Cat (Continued)

Get the cat in the box

As soon as your cat (kitten or adult) starts to squat on the floor, pick it up and put it in the box. Also watch for any curious sniffing in corners of the room, or scratching at the floor as if it's trying to uncover something. Gently take your cat's paws and scratch at the litter so it knows to cover up its waste. Most cats will get the idea quickly, since covering it up is natural behavior for them.

Try placing your cat in the box in the morning, at night and after meals so it gets the idea that the box is associated with bathroom breaks.

Cleaning the box

Keep your cat's litter box area clean--no one likes a dirty bathroom. Cats will often reject overly dirty areas and go on the floor or carpet instead. Remove feces daily with a litter scooper and dispose of it in plastic bags (sandwich baggies work well). You should change your cat's litter box about once every two to three days (up to a week if you use clump litter), depending on how many cats you have.