A cat that does not go to the litter box, but relieves its needs throughout the apartment, can become a real problem for the owners. The smell of urine is very corrosive, and even after a general cleaning, the rooms will not smell fresh. If you do not want to bump into puddles in the most unexpected places, try to wean the animal from this addiction.
Cleanliness is the key to health
First, you need to understand what prompts your pet to shit in the wrong places. Check the tray first. Cats are clean animals, and if they are not cleaned in time, they will simply find another place for the toilet. Also, make sure that the cat always has access to the litter box, no one from the family, forgetfulness, closes the door to the room where he is, and does not block him with his things. There is a possibility that the cat simply does not like the litter or the place where the toilet is located - it may not be safe enough in your pet's opinion. Experiment and you will probably be able to find an option that will appeal to both you and the animal. Wash the apartment itself with a cleaning agent, preferably with a citrus or lavender scent. Place bowls of water and food in the places where the cat relies on it. The animal will not shit where it eats, and the cat will have to agree to your option.
Tags
Adult non-castrated animals often leave tags in the apartment that will tell any stranger that this area is occupied. The reasons for this behavior can be different: moving to another apartment or buying new furniture, having a child, the arrival of guests, the presence of other cats in the neighborhood. You can either eliminate the source of your animal's anxiety, or try to wean him from this habit. A painless, but very effective punishment will be spraying with water. Buy a water gun and keep it close at all times. As soon as you see that the animal intends to leave its mark, release a stream of water at the intruder. After a few days, most cats understand what is required of them. If you do not plan to receive offspring from your pet, castration can be an effective way to solve the problem.
Disease
The cat can shit all over the apartment and due to malaise. Diseases of the urinary tract can make the process of urination very unpleasant, and the animal, trying to avoid pain, will look for new corners in the apartment, where, as it seems to him, it is possible to empty the bladder without experiencing unpleasant sensations. Show your pet to the veterinarian, who will take a blood and urine test from the cat, do an ultrasound scan and prescribe the necessary treatment. Recovering your cat will solve your problem.
