he is the cutest thing ever, but hes spraying does anyone know how long it last for example does he spray for maybe a week then it goes away for a while and comes back i tried to do research but havent found my answer. Please help my fiance wants to get rid of him and i dont!!!!
2007-01-09 08:17:52 · 23 answers · asked by Ashley A 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Get him neutered before he gets into the habit of it. Neutering will stop him doing it;
2007-01-09 08:23:28 · answer #1 · answered by huggz 7 · 3⤊ 4⤋
There are some great solutions on here already.
1) Take him to the vet and make sure he doesn't have a infection. Then schedule a time to get him neutered if he's not already, but this won't always help.
2) Clean, Clean, Clean. Cats frequently return to area that they have already been. You may not be able to see or smell it, but the cat still can. You can use a product that I used after my cat had a infection and peed in the corner. It's called Petastic (http://www.petastic.com). If you look at the website it will give you great tips. There is a link on the side just for cats. I think there is also a coupon. Avoid using harsh chemicals like bleach. This is harmful to your pets. Petastic is also approved by the ASPCA.
3) Try Feliway (www.feliway.com) like the other people suggested. He might just be nervous. This is a great product and I used it when we moved and whenever we take our cats on vacation with us.
4) I'd get rid of the fiance before the cat. My husband loves animals and would do anything for our Kitty's. A man who doesn't like cats is a bad egg (LOL) I don't know him personally, though. Just joking around (kind of)!
Good Luck!
2007-01-09 08:36:10 · answer #2 · answered by Aero Cat 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
first, is he neutered? if not get him done asap sometimes but not always this can solve the problem.cats spray to "mark their territory" if other cats have lived in your home he may just be marking over their marks.also no matter how well you clean, even if you can't smell it the cat still can and will continue to mark again. pet stores have special cleansers that will remove scent and discourage remarking they are very reasonably priced.please give these options a try before you give up on your cat good luck.
2007-01-09 08:29:33 · answer #3 · answered by j.r. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunatly once a cat starts spraying they normally do not stop even after you take them to the vet and get fixed!! That is why they should be fixed before they start to spray. Ask any vet and they will tell you the same thing. We had a fixed cat that still sprayed and he was fixed at 16 weeks old. Some cats just spray that is it but getting them fixed is a possible solution and I do say possible..
It will not stop if you do not try the getting him fixed, he is marking his area! Get him fixed it may help it may not. Should have gotten him fixed ealier
2007-01-09 08:23:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
GET HIM NEUTERED!! That is the only practically thing that will help! He is six months old and should have been neutered about 2 months ago. It will take about a month for the testosterone to clear his system but hopefully he will stop. He has learned the behavior so its not a guarantee. After the neuter, try spraying him with a water bottle when you see him doing it. But NEUTER ASAP!!!
2007-01-09 08:37:02 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda D 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have raised my fair share of cats and as far as I know the male cat sprays to mark his territory and this is something that will continue unless you get him neutered , which I feel is a great thing to do to cut down on the pet population and to not have that awful smell that is very hard to remove. sincerely becki p.
2007-01-09 08:31:36 · answer #6 · answered by Rebecca P 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Oy, ignorance is bliss aint it!? Get the cat fixed. He's spraying due to male horomones, and feeling territorial. While he's at the vet getting fixed, wash everything you can HARD CORE BLEACHING- to get rid of the smell. And things that really smell, or you can't get the smell out of, replace totally. Trust me. I have 4 male cats, all fixed and have NEVER EVER had spraying or territorial movements. I had them fixed at a young age, AS ALL CAT OWNERS SHOULD DO. Get the cat fixed! NOW!!
Btw.. if you can't afford to- GET RID OF THE CAT! ( if you can't spend for it, don't own it! )
2007-01-09 08:24:34 · answer #7 · answered by dreamkillerkitten 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
You just need to get him neutered...male cats spray if they are not fixed. Male and female cats (and dogs) have behavioral problems if not fixed. Once you get him fixed he will be fine...I had a male cat that started spraying (it was his hint that he was old enough to be fixed) and once he was fixed (and I cleaned up the pee spots very well) he didn't spray anymore.
2007-01-09 09:29:18 · answer #8 · answered by Meesh 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You may have to get him fixed. Some cats never stop doing it. Having him fixed may solve the spraying issue. Otherwise, contact a vet and ask.
2007-01-09 08:21:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Take him to the vet for a checkup. Then ask him every question about cats. Not all kittens have this problem. Are there other animals in the house that may be scaring him?
2007-01-09 08:22:47 · answer #10 · answered by Pancake 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I got a product from petco that you plug into your socket and it emits a smell that only the cats can smell and it relaxes them, it stops clawing, spraying and other nervous actions that cats do. It is called Comfort Zone by Feliway. It worked for me!
2007-01-09 08:23:00 · answer #11 · answered by Heather F 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋