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My recently neutered cat is peeing outside litter box. Is it a UTI?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 11 months old

I have a male orange tabby, 11 months old, who was recently nuetered. I think he might have a urinary tract infection. He had an abscess at the base of his tail about a month ago, he took antibiotics and it took care of it, but now he has been peeing on the laundry and such.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on April 15th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Inappropriate urination is often a medical issue and possibilities include feline lower urinary tract disease, a urinary tract infection, urinary tract stones, among other possible medical reasons. Another possibility is that this is behavioral in nature. I recommend that you have him evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and treat accordingly. Good luck and best wishes!

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    Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

    Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

    Published on July 12th, 2018

    Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Inappropriate urination is often a medical issue and possibilities include feline lower urinary tract disease, a urinary tract infection, urinary tract stones, among other possible medical reasons. Another possibility is that this is behavioral in nature. I recommend that you have Kenwood evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and treat accordingly. Good luck and best wishes!

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    Answered By Sarah Smith, Bsc (Hons) BVM&S MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on January 15th, 2017

    Ben may have a urinary tract infection or a stress cystitis. I would recommend making an appointment with your veterinarian so that he can be examined. They may want to analyse a sample of the urine so if you are able to collect one and take it along with you to your appointment that would be helpful. Your veterinary clinic maybe able to provide you with KatKor crystals to help you collect the sample before your visit.

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