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In a home with a young child, where should the litter tray and cat bowls go?

Where the child cannot reach them.

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  1. In the child's playroom
  2. Where the child cannot reach them ✔
  3. Next to the child's toy box

Why: International Cat Care says litter trays and food and water bowls are often irresistible to small children. Put them where the child cannot get to them, for the cat's peace and the child's hygiene.

Huh, didn't know that: International Cat Care also says kids should not disturb a cat while it eats, uses the litter tray or rests.

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Answer: Where the child cannot reach them. International Cat Care says litter trays and food and water bowls are often irresistible to small children. Put them where the child cannot get to them, for the cat's peace and the child's hygiene.

  1. Introducing cats to children (International Cat Care) icatcare.org/articles/introducing-cats-to-children
    Litter trays, food and water bowls are often irresistible, so these should ideally be in areas where your child does not have access.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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