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Expert: - 7/22/2009


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Karen, i read a post on ali's page about this topic but i had another point i wanted to ask.  My g/f and i just moved in together a few months back.  She has two cats 1 male, 1female.  The male cat is very protective of her and is always trying to keep us seperated.  He has been urinating on my clothes and towels.  I spend time with just him and play with the toys as well as give him treats. at times he will come sit in my lap and nap for hours.  He dosnt have any bladder infection. We use the same laundry detergent, softener. What can i do to stop the urinating?

joe

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Hi Joe,

I am assuming you had him checked for the bladder infection by a vet. If you did then this sounds like a bit of a behavioral problem. There are a few things you can do to correct this. He sounds like he is having territorial problems with you and is under a bit of stress.

First off, if he isn't, get him neutered. This will help immensely. Next, where he is urinating, clean the area with a good enzymatic cat urine cleaner. You can get this at Pet Smart or any other good pet store. This will remove any scent from your clothes and the area that might tempt him back to use it.

Get this product, http://www.preciouscat.com/
Also available at Pet Smart. It works pretty good. Place a litter pan of this near the area he urinates at. Ask your vet about putting him on buspirone (Buspar) or fluoxetine (Prozac). Or some other type of anti anxiety drug. This will alleviate the stress he is going through right now. You can try using a product called Feliway. This mimics a cat's happy pheromones.

Using a combo of these suggestions and time will help you with your problem. And the extra time you are spending with him will also help. He will get over this. It will just take a little patience and doing this stuff. 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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