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==Deterrent Methods for Inappropriate Latrine Locations==
 
==Deterrent Methods for Inappropriate Latrine Locations==
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Once the cat is regularly using the appropriate latrines, deterrent methods ca be used to stop the cat from using the wrong places.  
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If the cat has a suitable set of latrine locates, and is using them, then deterrent methods can be used to prevent inappropriate elimination elsewhere.
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Methods to deter elimination include changing the underfoot substrate or making the location less private:
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* Cover the location with heavy grade polythene or aluminium foil, applying strips of double-sided sticky tape to increased the deterrent effect if necessary.
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* Use brighter lighting and PIR activated lamps to make a location less private.
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* Place additional food and water bowls near the location.
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Here are some suggestions:
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* Cover the location with thick polythene: urine will then drain towards the cat’s feet when it is standing on the sheet.
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* Cover the location with a large sheet of silver foil: some cats do not like to stand on this.
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* Apply strips of double-sided sticky tape to either of the above to make them even more repellent.
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* Place small bowls of food on top of the latrine sites, so that they become feeding stations. Cats are usually reluctant to urinate near sources of food.
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* Illuminate dark corners with a bright spot lamp so that any privacy is taken away. The same effect can be achieved using a small, battery powered infra-red activated lamp, which will turn on each time the cat approaches.
       
Jon Bowen
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