Why is my cat suddenly peeing in the bed even though she never did it before?

Hello

The eternal theme of the “little room”

When it comes to peeing, it's important to first determine whether it's actually peeing or marking, especially if it's a tomcat! Is the tomcat neutered?

Urinating: The cat goes to the litter box, scratches a hole, assumes the typical sitting position, and then urinates, covering it with a shovel. Marking: The cat stands with its tail raised, often bushy, and trembles, while spraying urine like a spray bottle.

There are many reasons why a cat becomes unclean, but NEVER out of protest! Their cognitive abilities aren't sufficient for that.

Protest peeing is an absolute myth!

Uncleanliness always has an organic or psychological background.

In any case, it's important to have a veterinarian check to make sure it's not something organic. If the cat isn't urinating properly, a bladder infection, for example, should be ruled out. If the cat suddenly stops defecating, it could be an inflammation of the intestinal tract that's causing the cat to associate this pain with the litter box, which it then avoids.

So first go to the vet please!

Sometimes, however, uncleanliness is also triggered by psychological stress. Cats don't like major changes such as renovations, moving, vacations, new furniture, or arguments between owners. Loneliness can also lead to uncleanliness. Cats are not solitary creatures and need the company of a companion. Especially for indoor cats, it's even more important that cats are always kept in pairs.

Please DO NOT scold the cat, or come up with the crazy idea of ​​​​punishing it. Or even dipping his nose in his droppings. That would only make the whole situation worse. Cats cannot associate punishment with their "misbehavior". If you catch your cat in the act, then a loud and firm "no" helps, as well as immediately carrying the furry friend to the litter box and praising them extensively if they so much as scratch there. But you really should catch them in the act, because cats can only connect events that happened within a few seconds. This applies to praise and criticism equally!

Medieval methods such as spraying water or using citrus scents, pepper, onions, Chinese oil, etc., should be avoided at all costs. This can damage the trust between human and cat to such an extent that the entire situation will only worsen.

Cat behavior consultant Christine Hauschild has this

"Therapeutic measure" with water spraying, for example, under the microscope

taken.

http://www.snautz.de/magazin/katzenerbildung-ohne-sprueh bottle.html

Then there is a rule of thumb that somehow still doesn't seem to have reached all cat owners, why??

2 litter boxes per cat + 1

Why is that so?

Cats are very clean animals, and many use one litter box exclusively for urine and the other for feces. If you have the space, you can also set up an additional litter box as an alternative! This is good advice, especially if you have multiple cats.

Then it all comes down to the litter box itself: Many people don't like hooded litter boxes, or the litter box is either too small or too big for your cat. Space is also important…it really has to be a "quiet place" where your cat can have some peace and quiet while using the toilet.

High-quality stainless steel toilets: There's now a large market for high-quality stainless steel toilets. The standard plastic toilets available today develop unpleasant odors over time, absorb liquids, and are also breeding grounds for bacteria. They're also difficult to clean. The excrement, the litter being rubbed against the toilet when the toilet is being used, and the scratching of the toilet surface cause fine cracks and corrosion. Plastic toilets must be replaced once a year for hygiene reasons.

With stainless steel toilets, however, the smooth and easy-to-wipe surface prevents odors, stains, and bacteria from settling in. Stainless steel also doesn't absorb liquids. Stainless steel doesn't rust and is resistant to corrosion, which increases its durability. The recyclable material is therefore also sustainable.

The stainless steel litter boxes are available in different sizes and versions, with and without attachments in different colors, so there is a suitable model for every cat.

Then it all depends on the litter: Too coarse, too fine, doesn't smell good, etc.! I've tried countless litters, and for us, Cats Best Eco Plus is the best. There's no smell, it's very economical, and biodegradable. With 6 cats, regular visitors, and 11 litter boxes, this is truly great! Also suitable for kittens! Cats Best website: http://www.catsbest.de/catsbest_de/

Often, advice is given for alternatives such as sand, sawdust, or newspaper. But sand, sawdust, and newspaper are not good advice here. Using newspaper for the litter box out of economy is dangerous for the cat. Printer's ink is toxic to cats , which they constantly ingest when they lick their damp/wet paws after using the toilet. Newspaper is also not as absorbent as litter. So the cat is always standing in urine—does that really have to be true?

Sand can be an alternative, but it smells terrible, which can encourage cats to become dirty and avoid the litter box because of the smell. A litter box should only be filled with litter specifically designed for this purpose. Sawdust tends to develop odors quickly. Unfortunately, it is often recommended to mix shavings or sand with baking soda, baking powder, or coffee grounds. But I really doubt the common sense here. Do people really care nothing about their pets? Long-term, daily use of baking soda, baking powder, and coffee grounds in large quantities is dangerous for cats and will slowly poison them. Baking soda can alter the pH of a cat's stomach and lead to gastrointestinal problems. Signs of poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Baking soda can also lead to dehydration, which is particularly dangerous for older cats or those with kidney problems.

It takes a bit of work to get to the bottom of it, but it's manageable. You just have to experiment to find out what works for both the person and the animal.

Here is another brochure in PDF on the subject of unclean:

http://www.pfoetchenhilfe-penzberg.de/downloads/unsauberkeit_bei_katzen.pdf

Clean contaminated areas properly:

Often an enzyme cleaner such as Biodor is sufficient.

You can get Biodor here:

https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01N5HGKW7/ref=twister_B00R4FUUR2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Biodor for the washing machine:

https://www.amazon.de/Biodor-Animal-Hygiene-Waschzusatz-Lavendel-Liter/dp/B07FNP9HVD/ref =sr_1_6?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=biodor&qid=1577628292&sr=8-6

Everything else like vinegar, detergent, baking soda, perfume, Febreeze, etc., doesn't work! The cats continue to smell the urine and are encouraged to pee on the spot again.

The only way to get rid of stubborn urine smell is to first clean the area with alcohol and then treat it again with an enzyme cleaner.

You need high-proof alcohol, such as isopropyl alcohol (at least 40%), which you can buy at pharmacies and online. This dissolves the fats contained in the urine and disinfects the area you pee on.

Then use an enzyme cleaner such as Biodor or Urin Off. These special cleaners break down the urine crystals responsible for the odor. Enzyme cleaners are available at pet stores or online.

If your cat frequently gets bladder infections, simply monitor the urine at home. I use Alkala N indicator paper from the pharmacy. See the attached graphic!

Information page on urinary tract problems:

https://www.tieraerzteverband.de/smile/smile-aktions/harnwegskranken-katze.php

All the best

LG