If my cat doesn't stop spraying after hes fixed we have to get rid of him what are the chances he will stop

Question

If my cat doesn't stop spraying after hes fixed we have to get rid of him what are the chances he will stop

Answer 1

Nobody can say for sure but usually it will stop the behavior it depends on the individual. Please give your cat a chance, spraying can be cured but you have to be patient. Consult with your vet about medications and also try using the pheromone sprays. Good luck

Answer 2

It depends on alot of things.  When I first got my cat, I looked up all that stuff on the internet.  They said that if your male cat starts spraying sometimes, even after they get fixed they won't stop.  I got my male cat neutered at three months old to cut it off before he even started, that way I didn't take any chances.  If your cat is already spraying there is a possibility he won't ever stop, fixed or not.  Sorry.

Oh just found this. Might make you not feel so bad:

To prevent spraying problems from starting in the first place all cats in the household should be spayed or neutered before the age of six months. After spraying has begun, castration is still effective in stopping this behavior in 90% of male cats and 95% of female cats, regardless of age or experience.

http://www.catsinternational.org/article...

Answer 3

The chances are good, that is why it is suggested you have them altered BEFORE they reach sexually maturity.

Answer 4

Pretty good.  But there is still a slight chance he won't.

Answer 5

If he is young, your chances of getting him to stop spraying are fairly good. If he is older than its has probably become more of a habit--one that is extreemley difficult to break. One thing that may help it to use a product called "Feliway Spray" on the items that he frequently marks, you can also use a product called "Comfort Zone, by Feliway" that is a plug in that helps put good pheramones in the air and sometimes this helps. First thing is first--get him neutered. If none of things work, you can always make him an outdoor cat ( but just remember that an outdoor cat's life expectancy drops dramatically than indoor cats due to preditors. )  

Answer 6

Litter box problems are very frustrating for all.....human and feline.  Here's a link that you might find helpful:

http://www.absolutelycats.com/22LitterBo...

Here's a link to Cat Attract Kitty Litter.  Many have had success with this product:

http://www.preciouscat.com/

Good Luck!