Why are my neutered cats still spraying? I thought they'd stop!
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Female | spayed | 6.6 lbs
All of my 3 cats are neutured since 6 months. Yet I observed spraying them on my compound wall. Is it normal? I thought they wont be doing this after neutered!
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Published on May 4th, 2018
Unfortunately, this can still happen after neutering. Sometimes it is related to stress, sometimes to competition, sometimes a urinary tract problem (less likely since all of them are doing it). Feeding them separately and providing a litter box for each cat (if they are indoors) can help decrease stress. You can also try vinegar and water to remove the smell. Best of luck to you and the cats!
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Published on June 20th, 2018
Yes, having them neutered may very well resolve this behavior. Spraying is completely normal for intact males, which is why virtually no one keeps unneutered male cats in the house :) I would make an appointment to have this done as soon as possible, as the longer this behavior continues, the more likely it is to become a habit that may persist after neutering.
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