Why is my cat peeing on the bed with sparkly urine when stressed?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 years and 5 months old | 6 lbs
My cat has only done this maybe 3 times in the past year. She’s peed on a bed and when she does it has looked “sparkly”. What would be the cause of this? It has happened around the time We have moved or I had to leave her for a few days. Would that be related?
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Published on February 22nd, 2018
Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The sparkles you are seein may be crystals, which are formed in the bladder and can be very irritating. I would recommend making sure this is not the case in the litter box as well (you can take a some Saran Wrap and line the bottom of the box under the litter). Inappropriate urination in cats during times of stress is fairly common, and can be compounded by a condition known as feline idiopathic cystitis, which is essentially inflammation of the bladder wall due to an unknown cause. I recommend bringing Sahale to her vet for a urinalysis to make sure that these crystals are not persistent. If crystals are present, they can be managed with a dietary change that can be prescribed by your vet. You can also try Feliway products during times of anticipated stress to keep her calm. I hope this helps and am happy to answer any other questions you have!
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Published on December 15th, 2019
This may be crystals or a protein plug which can occur with feline urinary tract inflammation or infection. I recommend an urgent health check and urine exam with your regular vet to determine the most appropriate treatment which generally includes pain/antiinflammatory medications and diet change with antibiotic if evidence of infection is present
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