Choosing and placing litter boxes

Room, cleanliness and safe access matter more than appearance.

Cat & Seek editorial · Updated 2026-10-01 · Not veterinarian-reviewed

At a glance

A useful starting point is one tray per cat plus an extra, in separate locations.

What you can do

Choose room to turn around and a low entry for cats with limited mobility.
Separate trays from meals and noise; avoid clustering or blocked routes.
Scoop regularly, wash trays and initially keep familiar litter.

Common mistakes

Do not punish accidents; a sudden change can have a medical cause.

When to seek help

Straining with little or no urine or apparent pain needs immediate veterinary care.

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