Our cat won't stop spraying, and we've exhaused all options. Where can we send him, without being euthanized?

Question

We've worked with our vet & tried everything (including various drugs that work for most cats). He's just causing too much damage; but we love him too much to have him put down. Is there a place for kitties like this? We're willing to pay all expenses, as long as we know he'll be ok. Any help would be appreciated.

Answer 1

Have you tried stud pants?  Cat breeders use those on their full tom cats to keep them from spraying in the house.  When they're not wearing them the cats are confined to one room or to a cat kennel.

Answer 2

Has your cat been neutered?  If not, try that.  I've never heard of a neutered cat spraying.  

Answer 3

Even after being neutered???  We have a cat that was doing the same thing, but only if his litter box wasn't perfectly clean all the time!  If he felt one little clump, he would go spray or pee all over the house.  Almost like the princess and the pea!  We also had to switch to a very fine litter (Scoop Away) because he didn't care for other types.  Anyway, we scoop frequently, and rarely have a problem with it anymore.  Good luck!

Answer 4

Have you tried keeping him as a outdoor cat some enjoy being outside and others like it inside as well as those who like it both ways .Many of mine like the in and out lifestyle .

Answer 5

Is your cat neutered?  That is one reason that male cats can spray.  If he is not neutered, you should do that.  I have a female cat that pees on things: bath towels, bathroom rugs, clothes, blankets, anything you leave on the floor.  Rather than sending him away, here is a suggestion.  I called my cat's vet when I was having this problem more often than I do now.  One vet suggested I get a spray called Feliway (might be spelled different) and spray it where he sprays.  Does he spray in the same place or in other places?  You spray that Feliway stuff and that scent smells like the feromones a cat's glands in its face will secrete when it's rubbing on things like walls and furniture.  He sounds like he's an important animal to you and you do not want to give him up.  Here is another suggestion.  Go to the local PetsMart or PetCo, if you have one, and pick up Simple Solution Pet Stain and Odor Remover.  Spray that in the areas he has sprayed.  That odor will be gone and he will not be tempted to go there again.

Answer 6

Try an internet search for no-kill shelters in your area. Also, the cat may be a better outdoor cat. Look for potential owners will plenty of land.

Answer 7

our cat won't stop spraying,and we have exhausted all options.

            answer= have him neutered,and he will stop spraying.

              source= i have a 3 year old male cat,neutered ,and does not spray.

Answer 8

Trust me when i say this.....get moth balls they will keep any animals away from any thing . all my friends use them.

Answer 9

If you request euthanization he my be euthonized otherwise ...

he wont be euthanized unless its really bad

Answer 10

has he been nuetered??

any cat you send to the pound or a place like that will put them down if they are not rehoused :( You could try the Cat Protection Society, or keep the cat as an outside animal? We had a stray that refused to use the kitty litter, she insisted on using the couch. We got rid of the couch, made her her own box bed, and fenced off the patio area (where its all sheltered and away from the dog) Shes a happy and well fed outside cat :)

Answer 11

spraying?

Answer 12

Don't give up on your kitty until you try the "feliway" diffuser. You can buy it online or at some pet stores- it's used to stop the undesirable behavior you're experiencing. It worked wonders for me and I'm confident it will do the same for you! Please try it before you give up on him! It's worth a try

Answer 13

did you haave him fixed? if not try that and if you try to change his litter box sometimes it burns them but hes marking his territory and there must be a female around or he wouldn't do this. just find a good home for him someone will love to have that cat.

Answer 14

Have you had him neutered? Boy cats spray when they are marking their territory- with multiple males that are intact (testicles) competition for space and girls takes hold. It's instinctual. But having his testicles removed should eliminate it. My male cat is intact, but never has sprayed, but he's also the only boy. I had a his father too several years ago, and he sprayed alot. He was mainly an outside cat, so he hated being inside anyway. In my experience they also calm down a lot too- no testosterone.

Answer 15

There is a no kill animal shelter for cats in Georgia.  There are usually several in each state. Is he de-clawed?  If not, consider him becoming an outside cat.  If you are not in the area where he would be safe for that or if he has been declawed consider a place in the country.  Call Noah's ark in Georgia.  I think it is in Locust Grove, GA.

The problem with another family or agency taking him, is he will spray their house too.  So hopefully he is not de-clawed and can go outside.  I hope you have a home that will support that or can find one.

p.s. If he hasn't been neutered, I would do that...but yes, a neutered cat can spray and i'll bet you have tried this already.  Seems as if you have tried everything.

Answer 16

Backyard.

Answer 17

Unfortunately, if your cat were to be adopted the new family would probably return him when they found out his problem with spraying. I've only had experience with one cat who wouldn't use the litter box no matter what I tried. I had her vetted and spayed and found her a home as a barn cat.

I'm assuming your vet has already neutered the cat since you say you've exhausted all options. Neutered cats AND female cats will spray if they are territorial by nature.