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Posted by PHMadameAlto on January 17, 2003 at 23:50:09:

In Reply to: Icky!! Cat urinated on kitchen counter... posted by ladymoonbrooke on January 13, 2003 at 17:46:30:

I really don't know what to do. One of my cats has been urinating on the carpet occasionally, and I have been trying to deal with it. the thing that prompted me to write was something so disgusting and strange that I didn't even know what to think.


First off, your cat needs a visit to the vet to see if a urinary infection is present.

If all is clear on the health front, then the problem is behavioral. Has anything changed recently around your house? Even redecorating can cause inappropriate elimination. Also cats are often attracted to plastic and will urinate on it. Try being sure to put all plastic items away.

Clean all carpet areas thoroughly with an enzyme cleaner such as Nature's Miracle. Also you may have to confine the cat to a small room with only a litterbox, food and some bedding for a while until she has learned to use the litterbox again.

Check into using Feliway, a spray that mimics the happy scent cats leave when they rub their check against something. You can get it from your vet or from Cat Faeries at http://www.catfaeries.com
If you visit the website, you will see a phone number that you can call and for a fee discuss your cat's problems with someone. The person who does this is very knowlegeable and it may be worth the $$ for you.

Finally, if all else fails, ask you vet about using an antianxiety medication such as Buspar or Prozac. These very often work, however the decision to prescribe them will rest solely with your veterinarian who will be able to monitor the dosage and side effects.

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