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My 1-year-old cat suddenly started peeing outside the litter box. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello my cat has just turned one and has started weeing on the carpet and other places what should I do please

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 5th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I recommend taking your cat to a vet to rule out a urinary tract infection. If it’s not an infection, it could be inflammation of the bladder (cystitis) and may need more long term management. They will need to rule out the infection first though. Good luck!

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