Toileting troubles part 2: managing house soiling problems in dogs and cats

Abstract

The discovery of faeces and urine in the home can be an annoyance for owners of cats and dogs and is often perceived, incorrectly, as an inevitable part of pet ownership. A lack of early intervention can lead to long-term house soiling that can put considerable pressure on the bond between animal and human and potentially lead to the owner considering relinquishing their pet. Part 1 of this article detailed the factors influencing house soiling. Part 2 proposes a methodology for creating management programmes that are tailored to individual cases.