We got a new puppy about a month ago. Him and the cat play and romp around alot. The cat acts all mad when the puppy comes up and starts playing, and gets all growly and hissy, but I know that if he didn't really like the puppy playing with him he would jump up on the couch or somewhere the puppy can't reach. He lays outside the crate when we have the puppy in there and plays with the puppy through the bars. That's not the issue though. Ever since we got the puppy, the cat has been pooping on the couch or on the stairs(carpeted). He's been housebroken since we got him a year ago, and the only other time he pooped outside his litterbox was when we switched litter on him. We switched back to the old litter, and he was fine. Is he pooping on the couch because he's jealous of the puppy? Anyone know what his problem is? My fiance is about to kick him out and make him live outside.
2006-08-16 06:49:51 · 12 answers · asked by j.f. 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
HUTCHES: My fiance is kindhearted and caring. He got me the cat for my birthday, even though he's allergic to cats. I would never euthanize a perfectly healthy animal. We're just fed up with picking up cat turds off the couch.
2006-08-16 07:47:55 · update #1
The cat is simply trying to mark his territory, and display his dominance in your household. Sometimes it takes months for a pet to become used to another pet being in the household. He may also be trying to show his distaste for you and your fiance, by leaving feces where he knows you frequent. Are you giving the cat adequate attention since the puppy appeared on the scene? Animals are like children. Imagine if you were the oldest child, and your mother had a new baby. Suddenly, all eyes are on the baby: fussing over him, doting on him. You need to make sure the cat still knows he has a special place in your heart. Set aside some time to devote only to the cat. Then, bring both pets out and give them equal attention. Give them a special treat near one another. This will teach them to associate each other with positive things. Make sure the cat has time to himself without the puppy jumping all over the place, even when you are home put the puppy away in the crate or let him outside for a while. If this doesn't work, speak to your veterinarian about these behavioral issues. It also may be a medical condition. Is your puppy wormed and vaccinated? He may have brought something home and your cat now has it too. I don't understand why your fiance would get rid of the cat. He was fine until the puppy came along, so it would make more sense to rehome the puppy if your cat and he don't get along. I had a cat who did the same thing when we brought another cat into the household, and it's just how animals show that this is their house. Your veterinarian is the best person to talk to about something like this.
2006-08-16 07:22:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try putting an extra litterbox on each level of your home, the cat may not feel comfortable using the litterbox in its current location. I would also use some kitty no spray for the couch (you can buy it at the grocery store, wal-mart etc). He may also be anxious about the puppy and needs your reassurance. Make sure you spend extra time playing with him and paying attention to him instead of the puppy. You may also want to pay a visit to the vets to make sure that there's nothing physically wrong with the cat - bring a poop sample. He could have a little infection or worms. I hope everything works out for you.
2006-08-16 07:00:49 · answer #2 · answered by Susan G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats are very protective of the place they live. He must feel as though the puppy is an intruder in the household. So, he goes #2 all over the house to "mark" his territory. Most cats usally mark their spot with urine but i am glad that it isn't. He might countinue doing this untill he feels that the puppy will do no harm to him. I used to have the same problems with my kitties. You should put like a blanket or pillows on the couch so when you are gone, or you are asleep he won't go #2. That worked when my cat was doing that.
Good Luck!!!
2006-08-16 07:01:20 · answer #3 · answered by Cecilia B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No reason you can't crate the cat when you can't supervise. You can put the litter box in a crate
I have had problems with fosters that are scared to get trapped at the litter box with a dog. Make sure the litter box is someplace the puppy can't get and that the cat is sure of his safety. Young dogs especially like "granola bars" made of recyled cat food he could be stalking him at the litter box
2006-08-16 07:17:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yup, clearly the cat is upset with the dog. You can give it time but I know that I wouldn't want my cat pooping on my couch. Bummer! If you can't wait the problem out, you're going to have to get rid of either the cat or the dog. Possibly putting the cat outside will work but then you have to be concerned with fleas and parasites.
2006-08-16 06:57:32 · answer #5 · answered by pvreditor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmm not too sure but maybe its because of attention make sure you give equal attention to the cat and dog. Otherwise make sure that the litter is always clean and not overfilled with poop and the cat should be fine
2006-08-16 07:02:21 · answer #6 · answered by sexyactor,Eric 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The poor cat was 1st on the scene, of course he is jealous just be patient it will all work out don't worry!
2006-08-16 06:55:46 · answer #7 · answered by Little miss naughty 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that the cat is marking his territory. They are both males. Sometimes even when animals are fixed they will still try to mark their territory.
2006-08-16 07:03:40 · answer #8 · answered by sarah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just get rid of the fiance. Who wants to marry someone with a heart like that. He sounds like a real winner.
2006-08-16 07:35:25 · answer #9 · answered by korbbec 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He might be jealous, but you could take him to the vet to rule out any medical problems. Good luck!
2006-08-16 07:29:52 · answer #10 · answered by ponygirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋