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Inappropriate defecation
British Small Animal Veterinary Association , 248 (2013); https://doi.org/10.22233/9781910443149.5.20
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Inappropriate defecation
- Author: Andrea Harvey
- From: BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice
- Item: Chapter 5.20, pp 248 - 249
- DOI: 10.22233/9781910443149.5.20
- Copyright: © 2013 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
- Publication Date: January 2013
Abstract
Inappropriate defecation is often considered to be a behavioural problem. However, it can also occur for other reasons which this chapter investigates together with diagnostic approach.
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Careful questioning of the owner is required regarding sites of inappropriate defecation. When faeces are deposited adjacent to the provided facilities, it usually indicates an aversion to the litter tray or substrate, rather than to the location. (Courtesy of Vicky Halls) © 2013 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Careful questioning of the owner is required regarding sites of inappropriate defecation. When faeces are deposited adjacent to the provided facilities, it usually indicates an aversion to the litter tray or substrate, rather than to the location. (Courtesy of Vicky Halls)