Why does my cat only pee/poop outside the litter box in my room?

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Ny cat keeps peeing and pooping outside the litter box. The weird thing is that he never acts up when he’s in my brother’s room, only when he’s staying in mine. How can I prevent this from happening? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 4 years old

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor guy. I would first make sure that he does not have a medical problem to speak of. Get his urine tested by your veterinarian to check for urinary crystals or cystitis (inflammation of the bladder). If none of these are present, then you will have to treat Bambi for stress, which is the most likely cause here. Something about your room may be causing Bambi stress. Feliway plug-in diffusers or oral anti-anxiety Zylkene can be purchase at local pet stores or online. If none of that works, then the last resort would be anti-anxiety medication prescribed by your veterinarian. I hope that you are able to get Bambi's litterbox troubles sorted out soon! Best of luck and take care. : )

Why does my cat only pee/poop outside the litter box in my room?

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