Why is my cat in heat peeing and pooping outside her litter box?

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My 9month old female cat is in heat the past few days. And apparently has forgotten to per and sometimes poop in her litter box...She has owed on a couple rugs, on my couch, and on my wood floors. And pooped on one of the rugs. Why? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year old | 3 lbs

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

I just adopted a cat who went throught a heat cycle so I know how frustrating this can be! Unfortunately Jynx is displaying common behavior for a cat in heat - she is leaving her scent everywhere so a mate can find her! For the short term, try to keep her to an area that is easy to clean (laundry or bathroom perhaps). Consider adding another litter box. The only long-term solution is to spay her.

Why is my cat in heat peeing and pooping outside her litter box?

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