A fine case of “who done it”
Do I look innocent?
Dear Fisher, Me? Oh, I don't think so!
I am not a cat. I am a human with 2 cats that are giving me a huge problem. They refused to write and made me promise not to mention any names. I have to take matters into my own hands and ask you for advice. One cat is male, the other female. Both have been “fixed” and have never been outside. One of the cats is now going potty on area rugs and has even peed on the couch. We are not sure which one it is because they are ninja cats. Their cat box is cleaned regularly. We’ve never had a problem with them since we’ve had them – close to 4 years now. Why would they do this, and how do i stop them? I’m at my wits end!!! I don’t want to get rid of them or make them outdoor cats but I can’t let them ruin my home either. PLEASE HELP!!!
Robert
Dear Robert,
First of all, I cannot ignore the gravity of the problem when a human has to write to me instead of the pets. Oh dear! Your comment that the cats are Ninja cats leads me to believe it is a case of “it was dry and now it is wet and there is absolutely no chance of catching them in the act.” They are a mischievous pair indeed. Without losing any more time, I have to suggest you take them to their vet for a check-up. Hopefully they will get a clean bill of health and maybe this will make them realize that you are not kidding.
Best case scenario is the cats are healthy. Back to square one, but it is a good thing. We can look at a few different methods of handling the problem:
- Determine what time of day the deed happens most and separate the cats, putting each in a comfortable area but closed off and give each the opportunity to mess up.
- Try covering the area (after it is cleaned and dried) with aluminum foil to stop this new bad habit. Cats really do not like the feel of the foil.
- Carefully determine whether or not you have made changes that the cats are objecting to and modify the situation. Cats do not like change.
- Purchase some puppy training pads and place in appropriate areas.
- Even though you have had the cats for several years, a refresher course on litter box practices will not hurt.
Visit Dumb Friends League for their detailed report.
Above all, please do not turn the cats outside. Dangers can exist in the most pleasant of neighborhoods and it would be a sad thing if they were hurt or lost. If you even think about going to that extreme, try another extreme and hire a pet psychic. They understand ninja kitties.
Your friend,
Fisher
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