I have two female cats. Both are from the same litter. They are just about a year old. Recently one of them has been peeing on things randomly in my room. Also she has been hissing at the other cat. This is new. They usually always get along. Im not sure if she has a urinary tract infection or something. So i just figured i'd ask everyone if they knew what might be the cause of this. thanks in advance for your help.
2007-05-21 06:12:37 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
Both are not spayed.
2007-05-21 06:21:35 · update #1
UTI was my first thought. I'd take her in for a urine test.
2007-05-21 06:21:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Despite the myth that female cats are not territorial, they very much are. The first thing I would suggest is having her tested for a UTI. If that comes back negative, have both of them spayed. Sometimes the territorial behavior doesn't stop and you may want to give the cat something that is just hers, like a cat bed, a pillow or blanket that she can lay on that the other cat isn't allowed onto. Sometimes this helps curb the issue. Also, get a water bottle to spray the cat when you see her pee on things or hiss at the other cat....cats do not like water or loud noises, so if the water bottle doesn't work, get a whistle or clap really loud when you catch her peeing or hissing. If you can't get the problem under control or don't want or can not afford to spay the cat, then you will have to get rid of the territorial urine smell with something like hot water and vinegar. While this smells really bad for a while, the smell fades for us, but stays strong for the cats, and they don't like it at all. Also, keep them out of rooms that you don't want them to pee in. Good Luck!
2007-05-21 06:52:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He has a urinary blockage, or an urinary infection.. That explains the last few days acting weird, he didn't feel good, but now it has become a serious emergency. There has to be an emergency vet clinic open 7 days a week, all cities have them. Get the phonebook, and Call Call Call . A clinic won't refuse treatment, but would discuss setting up a payment plan. And just be honest, and tell them about the financial situation. The clinic can just do the basics, to get the cat better.. and not go thru a bunch of unnecessary testing. Get him in somewhere asap... and please let us know what happens. The previous answerer is right... people should not own pets if they don't have enough money to support themselves... Its just not right. Pets need to see their Dr. a couple days a year just for the regular maintence like shots, deworming, etc.. and then you can always count on an emergency once in a while. Maybe your brother should take him to the humane society for treatment, and let them keep him. I know thats harsh, but if he doesnt have enough money, he has no business owning pets.
2016-05-18 23:32:11 · answer #3 · answered by rosalee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats tend to act out when something is upsetting them. Usually if they piss on something of yours, they are literally pissed off at something you did.
However what I think i happening here is that the 2 cats are vying for dominance. The lower cat feels insecure,which woulld explain both the hissing and the urination.
If you establish yourself as the alpha cat, things should calm down a little but there will always be the struggle for the #2 spot. She might feel more secure if you get her a separate cat tray and try to give her a little of her own space.
2007-05-21 07:22:08 · answer #4 · answered by tomeinstein 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would definitely go get them spayed! I've had female cats in heat before and it's the worst! They tore things up, peed on everything, and kept my whole house up for nights on end! There are many low cost options for getting animals spayed, you can set up payment plans or if you go to your local human society or other shelter they often work with vets who will do it for dirt cheap (anywhere from 30-60 dollars). Plus you can have your troubled cat checked for other problems while you're at it. It will make your life and the cats a whole lot easier I promise!
2007-05-21 06:31:18 · answer #5 · answered by rockrgirl004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Answer: Get them spayed.
Your cats are growing up and are probably going through their first heat. Female cats can spray just as much as males. Your little girl is marking her territory. When they're intact the social order is more important than if they were spayed and spaying both of them will greatly reduce this hostility towards one another.
2007-05-21 06:37:13 · answer #6 · answered by dairycowgirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the urine stains are bloody or dark orange, then this is indicative of a UTI and she needs to be seen by a vet (crystallization of the urine causes tears in the urethra when they urinate and they will urinate everywhere trying to find somewhere that won't hurt them).
Could be also that she is coming into heat, however with this there is usually a lot of bawling, not hissing.
Get her to a vet! :)
2007-05-21 06:22:11 · answer #7 · answered by ivy9toes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really hope they are vaccinated...distemper and rabies both cause wierd behavior.
If your cat is in heat, you are in for quite a ride. I had a cat that went into heat once and the day she was spayed was the happiest day of my life. Is she crying, and rubbing her butt on things?
2007-05-21 06:22:01 · answer #8 · answered by Natasha S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have the cats been spayed? She might be in heat.
2007-05-21 06:16:40 · answer #9 · answered by Schwinn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time to get them neutered if you haven't done so already. they may be coming into heat and are starting to get Territorial. spaying might solve the problem.
2007-05-21 06:30:06 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They might be in heat. Female cats act strange when they go in heat.
2007-05-21 06:34:37 · answer #11 · answered by boo76 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋