Why does my cat leaving little poops?
Isabella Little
Updated on April 23, 2026
Often cats will leave small amounts of hard, dry feces outside the litter box as they may continue to strain and pass feces as they walk around your home. Or they make think they are finished in the litter box and the physical activity of walking helps remove any fecal balls left near the anus.
Why does my cat keep leaving little poops?
Cats with sphincter incontinence typically leak small volumes of stool without awareness. You may notice occasional fecal balls in your pet's bed or deposited around the home.Why did my cat poop a little on the floor?
Typically, cats prefer to poop in their litter box and cover it up with surrounding litter. If your cat is suddenly pooping on the floor, they may think the litter box is too dirty to use to cover up their poop. Or, an underlying health issue may need to be addressed by your vet.Why is my cat pooping on the floor but peeing in the litter box?
Your cat could be pooping on the floor if there isn't enough litter for it to bury. The amount of litter in a litter box dwindles as your kitty uses it. Pretty soon, the cat boxes are bare-boned, and there's nothing for your kitty to use except soiled, crusty urine litter.How do I know if my cat has worms?
Common signs of worms in cats include:
- Vomiting (sometimes with worms in the vomit)
- Diarrhea (with or without blood)
- Tarry feces.
- Weight loss.
- Distended abdomen.
- Skin lesions.
- Generally poor body condition and a dull coat.