we have 3 cats 2 girls and a boy all siblings. the boy is fixed and very calm and sweet. the one girl was a problem but now she is pregnant and behaves and in fact is super super sweet now. The cat that i am having a problem with is the one that my 2 yr old daughter is very attached to. she is sweet but gets into trouble all the time. peeing on things is the biggest problem that and yelling all the time. does anybody have any advice sorry for so long. oh and they are indoor only unless the escape like little momma. and we have 2 litter boxes that are cleaned daily. and another problem is they use the spare bathtub as a litter box no matter how much i clean it.
2006-12-21 08:29:30 · 8 answers · asked by singlefmmom213 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Hi there...if this is something that recently developed, first consider all the possibilities such as:
- changes with litter brands
- location of the litter box isn't private enough
- some cats like to have one box to defecate and another to urinate
- cleanliness (some cats are very finicky and prefer a super clean box)
- as a general rule there should be one litter box for each cat plus one extra as a back up. Some cats are possessive with their litter boxes and block access to others which can cause accidents
- unspayed/un-neutered if cat is over the age of 5-7 months. Cats will become aggressive as they sexually mature and territorially mark with either urine or defecating.
If all these have been ruled out, there's a chance that your cat may have developed another underlying medical problem which can contribute to accidents outside of the box. Cats will associate pain while using box and change their habits as a result.
Here's an article about why cats inappropriately soil outside their litter box by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/Housesoiling.html
House soiling is the most common behavior problem reported by cat owners. It includes urination and/or defecation outside the litter box, as well as urine spraying.
Why do cats eliminate outside of the litter box?
One common misconception is that cats soil in inappropriate places for revenge. It is tempting to conclude, "He defecated on the living room carpet to punish me for leaving him for the weekend." But this kind of calculation requires sophisticated cognitive abilities that cats aren't believed to possess. Furthermore, this conclusion assumes that cats view their urine and feces as distasteful, when in fact they do not. It is only we humans who view it that way.
Medical Problems
So why do cats urinate or defecate on your bed or carpet? Medical problems are one possibility. Inflammation of the urinary tract may cause painful or frequent urination, inability to urinate, bloody urine, and crying during urination. An affected cat is likely to eliminate outside the litter box if he comes to associate the box with painful urination, or if he has an increased urgency to urinate. In addition, kidney, liver, and thyroid diseases often lead to increased drinking and urination. Inflammation of the colon or rectum, intestinal tract tumors, intestinal parasites, and other gastrointestinal conditions may cause painful defecation, increased frequency or urgency to defecate, and decreased control of defecation. Age-related diseases that interfere with a cat's mobility (for example, arthritis, nervous system disorders, or muscular diseases), or with his cognitive functions can also influence his ability to get to the litter box in time. In short, any medical condition that interferes with a cat's normal elimination behavior can lead to house soiling.
Litter Box Aversions
Behavioral problems, such as litter box aversions, inappropriate site preferences, or urine spraying can also lead to house soiling. An aversion implies that there is something about the litter box that your cat finds unsavory. It could be the box, the litter, the location of the box, or all three.
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2006-12-21 14:56:22 · answer #1 · answered by ♪ Seattle ♫ 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
TAKE the peeing cat to the vet. Peeing outside of her box is a sign of health troubles. Urinary tract infections, etc.
They might not like the type of litter you use. Maybe if it's the scented kind it's too strong of an odor, or maybe if you use paper they would like clay better, etc. Also, you might be best off using the kinds that say they're specifically for multiple cats, if you're not already.
Cats like to use the litter box. But you have to make it a place that they like going to the bathroom. A quiet, private place that's not in the middle of everything, and NOT near their food! Make sure it's big and roomy, and not too closed up (they don't like the smell of their poo either - so don't get one that has a cover with a door, etc.).
Hope some of that helps...
2006-12-21 08:39:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-14 19:01:35 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the cat that you are having problems with is not fixed then get that done immediately. She is trying to show dominance but marking her territory. Yes, females do that as much as males do. Make sure there are plenty of toys for them all to play with because the cat may be just bored or trying to get your attention. Close the door to the spare bathroom, that way they can not get into the tub.
2006-12-21 08:35:06 · answer #4 · answered by Les 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like shes acting out because she's in heat. Get her fixed. If she's already fixed, take her to the vet, might have a urinary tract infection, though its more common with male cats.
2006-12-21 08:51:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
she might just be spraying...cats do that when they feel their territory is being violated in some way. Big dept. pet stores do have air freshner like things that you plug in the wall and it emits this odor only the cat can smell but somehow it stops the spraying.
2006-12-21 11:00:56 · answer #6 · answered by rlmmc5 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try another kind of litter and one more litter box that should help
2006-12-21 08:33:57 · answer #7 · answered by kat_luvr2003 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can't vats r HORIBBLE
2006-12-21 08:32:10 · answer #8 · answered by Rylee M 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋