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hi, we have just moved to a new home with our two 7+ year old cats. The cats have always been well behaved and friendly with each other. Since the move we have noticed many behavior changes, yet they seem to have adjusted and like the new place. We have found many urine spots on the carpet, but only around the edge of one room. Also the male cat (neutered) has begun mounting the female cat. She is NOT happy about this. They have been fighting much more than ever before and their playing has become aggressive with a mean purpose (in the past is appeared to be for fun). Both cats are becoming injured and have cuts and scratches. Do you have any suggestions to help alleviate the tension and stop the urinating? We have been working to stop the urinating and remove the smell. The urinating may be under control, we have not found any new spots in the last few days, but we are not sure it is totally fixed yet.
Hi Kathryn,
I would say your cats are majorly stressed out by your move. Get a product called Feliway. Get the whole house diffuser. This acts to calm the cats down and will help with inappropriate urinating. Use this stuff. It will help. And time and a routine will also work wonders. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
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!
Experience
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.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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