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Expert: - 5/8/2007


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Hi Karen,

I just got two 9 week old kitten brothers two weeks ago. And they were already
litter trained and going happily in their litter box. But about a week ago, one
kitten (Jackson) pooped on my bed. I changed his litter box and when I saw him
actually using the box, I tried to give him a little treat. I also fed him
treats on my bed because I read that cats don't like to defecate where they eat.
Everything seemed to be fine but a couple of days later, Jackson peed on my
roommates bed. The day after he peed on her bed again and immediately after went
to the litter box and pooped. I know he knows where the litter box is and that
he's been using it. Do you know why he's been defecating and urinating on our
beds?

Thank you so much,

Crystal  

Answer
Hi Crystal,

I would take him to a vet to get checked out for a urinary tract infection. The pooping may be just a "oops, got to go" kitten moment. But the urinating may be the start of something else. Also try changing the type of litter in the box. It may be bothering him. When you take the one to the vet, take the other. Not to be checked but to prevent another problem that pops up once in a while. Sometimes cats come home with strange odors on them that will cause the other not to recognize him. The one at home will then attack the one who went to the vet. Good luck and let me know what happens.

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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