Do Kittens Need to Be Crated?

In general, a happy, healthy, well-adjusted kitty shouldn't need nightly crating. If your kitten or cat is having difficulty making proper use of its litter box, it might be best to keep your cat in a crate at night while you train her to use the litter box.

When should I crate my kitten?

When should I start crate training? Crate training can start at any age. Starting early usually makes training easier. The vast majority of pets can and should be trained, but a small number may experience true distress when confined.

Should I crate my kitten when I'm at work?

Keep Them Safe

This will help not only contain the frantic energy kittens have, but also minimize the possibility for mess and troublemaking. A large crate will keep them contained while giving them some room to tumble and play, or you can use a bathroom or spare bedroom instead.