My cat is peeing on the carpet after a new cat. What can I do?

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I’ve been introducing my moms cat to mine. One day my moms cat got into my room for the first time. Since then Storm has been peeing on the carpet in my room. I’ve used pet carpet cleaner and sprayed the no marking spray but he is still going. What else should I do to clean the area and prevent him from peeing again? Their litter box is also in the room in the opposite side and is kept scooped. When the cats are not in my room they get along most of the time now. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 10 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Cats will urinate outside the box for many reasons. Here is a good article to explain the different reasons: https://www.petcoach.co/article/the-top-5-reasons-your-cat-is-avoiding-her-litter-box-and-what-to/ The first thing you need to do is have Storm checked for a idiopathic cystitis which can result from stress or other urine abnormality. There may be a medical cause for the behavior. If the veterinarian thinks this is behavioral, there are a few factors to adjust. Cats are sensitive to the type of litter, size of the box and location of the box. If you have more cats, you need 1 litter box per cat + 1 additional box. You should move a litter box into your room for now. You should also have a litter box on every floor of the house. This article discusses different types of litter and litter boxes: https://www.petcoach.co/article/cat-litter-finding-the-right-fit-for-your-cat/ In general though, cats prefer large, uncovered litter boxes, clay-based clumping litter that is scoped every day and a private, quiet location. If you have other cats or dogs, if they can access the litter box, it may cause Storm to be afraid that she could find herself trapped in the box. Cats are a prey species in the wild and they still retain those instincts. Clean the carpet with a good enzymatic cleanser. This will to get rid of any smells. There are things you can do at home to help to keep Storm relaxed and that may help to ensure good litter box habits. Here is a great article about cat's instinctual needs: https://www.petcoach.co/article/why-every-cat-needs-a-place-to-climb/ Use a Feliway diffuser, set aside 30 minutes a day for vigorous play and/or switch the food to Royal Canin Calm. Most cats response best to combination therapy. The veterinarian can also prescribe medications which can help with house soiling. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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