why does my fixed female & male cat still spray?

Question

I used to think a female cat cant spray, but I have seen it a couple of times with more that one of my fixed cats. I know they do it cuz of other cats, just doesnt seem right, if they are fixed. My female cat, fixed, was spraying in the barn tonite. It is so gross! any way to deter this??

she was not thrown into the barn, I think it is more a territorial thing. and I have seen other females spray too. Just thought it was weird, and how to stop it.

Answer 1

I've always been told that if a cat (male or female) get the opportunity to experience "sex" (regardless of pregnancy or not) then he/she will continue to spray even if they are fixed.

There is a difference between spraying and peeing. I've been told a cat will pee in places other than the litter box if they are weaned from the Mom cat too soon, if they are pissed at you, or if they are unhappy with their litter box for some reason (don't like the litter your using/don't like the box/don't like the location/etc).
I've experienced a cat that will pee outside of the litter for all of those reasons that go away if you can resolve the problem, with the exception of a kitten being taken from it's mother too soon. I've been told that those cats can't learn to only use a litter from anyone besides their mother, and we ended up having to get rid of her.

Often tough, if you just keep the box clean they will behave.

Answer 2

Cats are territorial. Females can and do mark their territory too. Even spayed ones. Mine do it all the time and there are no medical problems. They do this around the perimeters of the yard. They don't do it indoors. A neutered male will also mark their territory. When outside there are probably other cats around and they will make sure that those cats know who owns this turf. Most indoor cats that are fixed don't show the spraying because there aren't any other cats marking their territory in the house. However, they may begin spraying if another cat starts hanging around outside or if there's a medical problem. A tom that was spraying before neutering may not stop but the smell won't be as strong. There are products on the market that help quiet the cat and reduce the spraying indoors. Some of these are like plug in air freshners. It is hard to deter a cat outdoors. You might try some of the repellants on the market. Spray it where they are spraying. There are also air blasters that spray air when a cat gets near them. It comes in a can and can be purchased through some pet supply stores and garden centers. If you catch the cat at it clap your hands and stomp your feet while saying git, scat, or no. Make it clear that you don't approve.

Answer 3

Unfortunately you cannot fix the problem. It is a territorial thing. Usually females won't do it but they can. The only way to get a male to not spray is to fix him at like 3 months or really really early and this doesn't always work (basically before he hits puberty).

Answer 4

female cats do not spray, and male cats, if fixed after they begin spraying , they still will mark if they feel the need to be territorial

Answer 5

Stop Cat Peeing Outside LitterBox - http://tinyurl.com/CofzvJs4GF

Answer 6

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Answer 7

nicely the male cat consistently is popular with even as the female cat is in warmth in spite of if he's neudered. he will attempt to reproduce. you would opt to get your different cat spade so as that isn't ensue

Answer 8

females often do this if they are angry.. BUT sometimes its because they have a bladder infection - if this is the cause throwing her into the barn was mean and unfair you need them to be checked by a vet.. she could be in pain because of crystals.. espeically if you have ever given them milk, or fish in their food (even as ingredient in pet food) since fish is high in calcium and contributes to problems with urinary tract health...