Adopting a cat can bring great fun and pleasure into your life while forging a loving and trusting relationship for many years. However, cats can be a messy in spite of their fastidious reputation. The worst source of messes is the litter box. You are responsible for keeping your cat’s toilet clean and smelling fresh. Choose a litter that absorbs odors and use an air freshener as needed. You can catch any litter on your cat’s feet before it spreads around the house by placing a mat outside the litter box. Brush your cat often to keep hair off the furniture and rugs. Vacuum frequently to remove any stray hair or dander. Spay or neuter yourcat to reduce urine spraying. Sweep up dry foods promptly and remove any canned meat after about 20 minutes of serving so it doesn’t spoil or attract insects. For more information, contact your London, ON veterinarian.