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Expert: - 5/16/2009


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Idon't want to give Trixie away but this Spraying is driving me crazy. I don't know what kind of liquid she releases cause it isn't strong at all like cat pee but she squats down and lets it go wherever and mostly after we have been away from home for awhile She has been spayed at 5mo. Previously we had our other cat but she had to be put to sleep and this one looks just like the other but sure doesn't act like Her. Please can you help before I give Her away?????

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Hi Sallie,

First I would get her checked by the vet to make sure she doesn't have a Urinary Tract Infection. If she doesn't then it is a behavior problem that hopefully can be fixed. You need to get a good enzymatic cat urine cleaner. I use this stuff but there are other different types out there. http://www.simplesolution.com/products_us/so_remover.html
You need to use this wherever she went. This will take away any temptation to go back and reuse that area.

Next get some of this.
http://www.preciouscat.com/
PetSmart carries it. Try using it. You will also need to use positive reinforcement with her. When she uses the litter box praise her and pet her.

Using all of these should take care of your problem. Couple of other things I can say to try is leave music on for her when you leave. I find my cats don't go as nuts in the house when they have music playing and I'm gone. Country, light and classical all work great.

And the biggest thing you can do is get another cat. (make sure it is a very young kitten). It sounds like she is extremely lonely and grieving for her bud. Cats exhibit stress in a lot of ways but her behavior happens to be one of the most common ones. Get her a companion again. She will be fine. And you will happy. 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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