Why Is My Cat Laying in the Litter Box? 9 Common Reasons
If your cat is repeatedly straining or producing little to no urine, seek emergency veterinary care, especially if the cat is male. If your cat is relaxed and passing normal urine and stool, lying in a clean litter box may reflect security, stress, kitten behavior, territorial pressure, pregnancy, or difficulty getting in and out. A new or repeated pattern still deserves attention. Watch one complete visit before moving your cat: note posture, time in the box, urine clump size, stool, appetite, thirst, energy, grooming, and any recent household change. The first decision is whether the cat is resting or trying to eliminate and failing. ● Often harmless A relaxed cat resting in a clean box. She is eating and eliminating...
