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Expert: - 7/15/2008


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Dear Karen,

I seem to have a slight problem. I currently have a pregnant cat, she's to the vet and been checked out and has been given the all clear. However, I have a male cat who is now in line to get sprayed, but all of a sudden i'm finding cat pee in my room and in alot of places. Mainly at the bottom bed on the floor. I heard that because the female cat is pregnant the male cat will start spraying in order to mark his territory? He has also done this in the living room a few times. I was just wondering if this is true? or could it be the female cat because she wants to ward him off? I also have a couple of additional questions about the pregnancy. Jack is the male cat and i'm wondering if he will have a problem with the liter that my female cat (Romy) is going to have because I am a little concerned he may attack her or the kittens. In addition to this he still having sex with her! I'm trying to keep him off her as much as i can so much so when i look at him while he's doing it he runs away. Is it going to cause any harm to the kittens? If so i'm going to keep them seperate at all times. I'm also concerned because his spray date is a few weeks off. Is it ok to spray him just now? Also can she get pregnant while still pregant? I know thats a silly question, but my knowledge in that area is limited unfortunatly. I know i have asked mulitiple questions, but this does all relate to her pregnancy.

Thanx very much for looking :)

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Hi Denis,

You can take Jack to get neutered now. Also have the vet check him and see if he has an urinary tract infection. This could cause some of the spraying. Make sure you clean the areas he has sprayed with a good enzymatic urine cleaner. This will help him returning to the scene of the crime. Neutering him will take care of a lot of your problems with him.

Cats can be pregnant from multiple fathers. But that is only during when she is in heat. If she pregnant she can't get pregnant again. Get Jack fixed. Your life will be a lot simpler. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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