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Hi,
My problem is my cat pees on the tile floor + the door mat near her litter tray-not exclusively but certainly on a daily basis. We have just moved but she used to do it on a strip of carpet just outside the bathroom where her litter tray was. You think the Feliway collar will help?
Is she declawed?
I hope the answer is no. If she is, the litter could be causing discomfort and she's reluctant to use it.
Hi I have a 2 1/2 year old exotic short hair. He is so sweet and calm but sometimes does pee on my weights or in the hall carpet. Can anyone help with this. I am planning to buy new carpets and really dont want them ruined
birdiegirl424....it's an issue so many of us face -- fortunately the cause is figured out eventually (usually anyway).
First, how often is "sometimes"? And is this something that has just started or has it been going on during your kitty's entire life?
Second, more often than not inappropriate peeing can be because of a medical issue - it's a way that cats tell us something isn't quite right. Has your boy been to the vet lately?
Third, is he neutered?
Fourth, does he use the same spot on the hall carpet or anywhere in the hall? Where do you keep your weights?
Fifth, it's presumed he does use a litterbox usually ... how many do you have? Location? How often do you scoop?
And last, what do you use to clean up the pee? When we clean it up to the satisfaction of our noses, that's never enough. An enzymatic product like Natures Miracle is necessary. I first use hydrogen peroxide on the floor and the wall (tested it first on a hidden place to make sure it didn't discolor the carpet and paint), then blot that up with paper towels. Then I use Natures Miracle on the wall and floor.
I recently adopted two cats from an owner, I was told that their old cat was peeing on the carpet and they need to find the other two a new home. Well, I took them thinking it was the old sick cat but to find out one or both of the cats do and I'm sure its for a few reasons, anxiety, and territory, I don't know which one peed all over my chair, sofa cushions, lucky I was able to take the covers off and wash them and I tried the product for urine on the carpet but they still continue to go there. I will have to give one up because it's giving me anxiety. I have tried that collar only, still peeing, so now I have to keep them in the bathroom when I'm at work, when I'm home, my anxiety level goes up because I'm afraid they will find other places to go. I have purchase the diffusers, so I will see how that works. My question to anyone, what can I use to get rid of the pee so they cannot smell it and go again
I recently adopted two cats from an owner, I was told that their old cat was peeing on the carpet and they need to find the other two a new home. Well, I took them thinking it was the old sick cat but to find out one or both of the cats do and I'm sure its for a few reasons, anxiety, and territory, I don't know which one peed all over my chair, sofa cushions, lucky I was able to take the covers off and wash them and I tried the product for urine on the carpet but they still continue to go there. I will have to give one up because it's giving me anxiety. I have tried that collar only, still peeing, so now I have to keep them in the bathroom when I'm at work, when I'm home, my anxiety level goes up because I'm afraid they will find other places to go. I have purchase the diffusers, so I will see how that works. My question to anyone, what can I use to get rid of the pee so they cannot smell it and go again
Try Odo -Ban. You can buy it at most supermarkets, it is an excellent stain/odor remover. I have not had to use it on urine, thank goodness, but for other stains it works very well. CLR has a cleaner that is also very good on carpets and fabrics, but don't overdo it. Best to spray, sponge, spray, sponge. Wait until it is dry and vacuum.
I recently adopted two cats from an owner, I was told that their old cat was peeing on the carpet and they need to find the other two a new home. Well, I took them thinking it was the old sick cat but to find out one or both of the cats do and I'm sure its for a few reasons, anxiety, and territory, I don't know which one peed all over my chair, sofa cushions, lucky I was able to take the covers off and wash them and I tried the product for urine on the carpet but they still continue to go there. I will have to give one up because it's giving me anxiety. I have tried that collar only, still peeing, so now I have to keep them in the bathroom when I'm at work, when I'm home, my anxiety level goes up because I'm afraid they will find other places to go. I have purchase the diffusers, so I will see how that works. My question to anyone, what can I use to get rid of the pee so they cannot smell it and go again
Cleaning it up is only half of the problem. You need to find out why they're doing it, and do whatever it takes to stop it. First question is- are they spayed/neutered? If not, you need to have it done. Heat cycles will make the territorial marking/urinating much worse. They may not be peeing outside the box, but rather marking/spraying. There's a difference in those behaviors.
It could be stress of a new home, but it seems they were doing it at their previous one too, so doubt that is it. If you haven't taken them in for a vet check-up, please do so to rule out a medical problem like a urinary tract infection.
Those would be my best suggestions with the info you provided. There could be other reasons/causes for the inappropriate peeing, but without more info on their behavior, it's hard to say.
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