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Why Your Cats Might be Peeing on the Carpet
Just like humans, cats are complex creatures. Cats urinate on floors, clothing, beds, walls or other surfaces for many reasons. It could be something environmental like a new pet in the home, or physical like an illness.
“Cats have numerous ways to leave messages for each other, and one way is through urine marking,” according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
“By urine marking, a cat tells other cats of his presence and makes a statement about such things as what piece of property is his, how long ago he was in the area and, over time, when other cats can expect him to return.”
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Keep Cats Separated
If you have multiple cats, the easiest first step to stop indoor urination is to keep them in separate areas of the house. It might also help identify which cat is peeing on the carpet.
Depending on the size and layout of your home, keeping them apart might be easier said than done. A pet gate can help. If the urine issues stop, you can try to reintroduce them to the same living areas.
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