The smarter cats gravitated toward soft dirt or sand, since their granular consistency made it easier to bury their waste. This is why cats are naturally attracted to the feel of cat litter and know what to do once they feel it beneath their paws. ... The subordinate cats then cover their waste as an act of submission.

Does cat litter attract other cats?

The most likely risk of putting out cat litter is inadvertently attracting other cats. If you have an escaped indoor-only cat, then your yard may be within the territory of one or more outdoor-access or stray cats. ... They may be attracted to the litter box and possibly use it or spray objects around the box.

How do you attract a cat to a litter box?

Determine your cat's preference by placing litter boxes side-by-side and fill them with each type. Continue to provide the type of litter in the box your cat uses the most. Place Cat Attract Litter in the litter box if your cat still refuses to use the litter box with unscented, clumping litter.