Place the litter box in a quiet, easy-to-reach location
Use a shallow, unscented, clumping litter
Choose a box with low sides for easy entry
Put the kitten in the litter box after waking up, after eating, and after playtime
Gently place the kitten in the box if you see signs of needing to go
Let the kitten sniff and explore the box on its own
Keep the litter box clean by scooping daily
Replace dirty litter regularly
Use one litter box per kitten plus one extra
Keep food and water away from the litter box
Reward the kitten with praise or a small treat after using the box
Avoid punishing accidents
Clean accidents thoroughly with an enzyme cleaner
Restrict the kitten to a small area at first if needed
Move the litter box closer if the kitten has trouble finding it
Try a different litter type or box style if the kitten refuses to use it
Watch for signs of illness if litter training problems continue
