It can be a behavioral problem, but can also be a sign of a bladder infection. If the cat is straining, that can be a serious problem, as he may be blocked. This is a life threatening emergency that needs immediate attention at the vet. If the cat is otherwise acting normal, I'd still visit the vet to rule out a possible bladder infection or cystitis. Have to be honest here, my cat sometimes goes outside the litter tray and I've watched him do it. It's just lack of positioning and laziness. He climbs in, digs a bit of gravel, sticks his backside over the edge and pees all over the floor! He's a big healthy boy with no problems except that he knows I'll clean it up after him. I wouldn't worry too much, as long as he's going to the toilet regularly and not trying to force it. One tip though, make sure you clean and steralize the area he has peed or he may go in the same place next time if he gets the scent there. Also they could be fussy on what litter you are using my cats will foul the floor if I use nothing but the cat sand! 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 - kittens who are over 5-7 months can become sexually mature and urine spray as well as defecate inappropriately to mark territory. - senior cats develop age-related disorders such as chronic renal failure (CRF), hyperthyroidism, Diabetes, etc. If all these have been ruled out, there's a chance that your cat may have developed another underlying medical problem such as something as simple as a lower urinary tract disorder: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_feline_lower_urinary_tract_dis.html 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. ...please consider visiting the website for further detail
Maybe so it could go mate, if it's in heat? Or just see what the outside's like for a bit if it's a strictly inside cat.
He might have intestinal worms, which can cause an itchy bottom.
to remove any litter on their paws
you have to train your cat that its not a good thing to pee on the floor, 1.scold and punish it when it pees on the floor 2.reward and praise it when it uses the litter box this tells your cat that using the litter box is a good thing and peeing on the floor is a bad thing.
What is the place that the cat uses most? put the kitty litter box in that place and day by day move it closer to the spot you would like it to be.
How odd. Most people want to train their cats to use the litter tray, not to train them to stop using it. If you don't want your cat to use the litter tray, that's easy; remove the tray. If the tray is not there, the cat cannot use it. Move the litter tray outdoors to get your cat used to going outside and then, eventually, remove the litter tray completely.
The litter box may not be clean enough for the cat or the cat feels uncomfortable in the litter box; a litter box should be cleaned every day or every second day, depending on how many cats you have. Maybe the cat does not know where the litter box is, if you move the litter box and don't show the cat its new location the cat won't know where the box is. The cat also mightn't be trained to use a litter box properly and might need a little help using it. Also, if a cat is very old, they mightn't realise they have to use the litter box or they do not have time to get to the litter box before they urinate etc. . The cat could also be sick.if your cat is just a kitten then the box might be too clean the kitten must smell where the toilet is.
Rabbits can be taught, re-taught to use a litter box, rabbits normally use one corner of their hutch/cage to poo in, if you get a litter box, and put some saw dust ectra in it, then get plenty of the rabbits poo and put it in the litter tray in the corner that the rabbit poos in, the rabbit should start to use the litter box and after a few weeks of the rabbit using the tray you should be able to move the litter tray to where you want and the rabbit will continue to use it.
you have to train your cat that its not a good thing to pee on the floor, 1.scold and punish it when it pees on the floor 2.reward and praise it when it uses the litter box this tells your cat that using the litter box is a good thing and peeing on the floor is a bad thing.
What is the place that the cat uses most? put the kitty litter box in that place and day by day move it closer to the spot you would like it to be.
Make sure the old urine that is on the carpet is thoroughly cleaned up. Use some vinegar to help to cut the smell. Make sure your cat has easy access to a nice clean litter box. If the litter box gets dirty, then the cat will go elsewhere so keep it clean and changed.
My cat has delivered a litter of eight.
Cats are naturally clean animals, so it is likely that a cat regardless of gender will stop using the litter box if it is too full, dirty or smelly. It is likely the cat will go back to using the box once it is thoroughly cleaned. Another reason for inappropriate urination could be due to a bladder problem. Sometimes, cats tend to urinate somewhere else in the house instead of their litter box as they associate the litter box with pain.
You can save a lot of money with kitty litter coupons by using them at the time of purchase. By using the coupons, you will pay less for the cat litter.
Yes peroxide gets stains out of carpet. It will work fast. After using that then was carpet with carpet machine as you would normally.
Most of the time they are itching their body using the carpet.
We decided to do a carpet design in the playroom using carpet squares. What is the best way to install carpet squares on a cement floor?
People and scientists have come up with some ways to prevent pollution. Some of these is using filters on cars and factories along with making it illegal to litter.
I reprimanded Timmy our cat for not using the litter box
When tackling a remodeling job in your home, it can get very messy. Lay down some carpet guard across your carpet, along the pathways that people walk, and over the carpet where walls may be demolished or painted. Carpet guard will protect your carpet when contractors walk in with their dirty work boots, and if you're using some form of carpet guard, your carpet will not have to be replaced if you're painting and you spill some paint on the floor. Also, when painting, be sure to use blue tape to tape off portions of things you don't want painted.