Why is your cat peeing on your bed she is litter box trained?

Answer 1

Hi there...if this is something that recently developed, first consider all the possibilities such as: - changes with litter brands - location of the litter box isn't private enough - some cats like to have one box to defecate and another to urinate - cleanliness (some cats are very finicky and prefer a super clean box) - as a general rule there should be one litter box for each cat plus one extra as a back up - kittens who are over 5-7 months can become sexually mature and urine spray as well as defecate inappropriately to mark territory. - senior cats develop age-related disorders such as chronic renal failure (CRF), hyperthyroidism, Diabetes, etc. If all these have been ruled out, there's a chance that your cat may have developed another underlying medical problem such as something as simple as a lower urinary tract disorder: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_feline_lower_urinary_tract_dis.html which can contribute to accidents outside of the box. Cats will associate pain while using box and change their habits as a result. Here's an article about why cats inappropriately soil outside their litter box by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/Housesoiling.html House soiling is the most common behavior problem reported by cat owners. It includes urination and/or defecation outside the litter box, as well as urine spraying. Why do cats eliminate outside of the litter box? One common misconception is that cats soil in inappropriate places for revenge. It is tempting to conclude, "He defecated on the living room carpet to punish me for leaving him for the weekend." But this kind of calculation requires sophisticated cognitive abilities that cats aren't believed to possess. Furthermore, this conclusion assumes that cats view their urine and feces as distasteful, when in fact they do not. It is only we humans who view it that way. Medical Problems So why do cats urinate or defecate on your bed or carpet? Medical problems are one possibility. Inflammation of the urinary tract may cause painful or frequent urination, inability to urinate, bloody urine, and crying during urination. An affected cat is likely to eliminate outside the litter box if he comes to associate the box with painful urination, or if he has an increased urgency to urinate. In addition, kidney, liver, and thyroid diseases often lead to increased drinking and urination. Inflammation of the colon or rectum, intestinal tract tumors, intestinal parasites, and other gastrointestinal conditions may cause painful defecation, increased frequency or urgency to defecate, and decreased control of defecation. Age-related diseases that interfere with a cat's mobility (for example, Arthritis, nervous system disorders, or muscular diseases), or with his cognitive functions can also influence his ability to get to the litter box in time. In short, any medical condition that interferes with a cat's normal elimination behavior can lead to house soiling. Litter Box Aversions Behavioral problems, such as litter box aversions, inappropriate site preferences, or urine spraying can also lead to house soiling. An aversion implies that there is something about the litter box that your cat finds unsavory. It could be the box, the litter, the location of the box, or all three. ...please consider visiting the website for further detail

Answer 2

There can be many reason why your dog "wets" his bed. Naturally, dogs don't like to pee on areas they inhabit. This is in contrast to dogs peeing to mark their territories. 1.) Other dogs have been on your dogs territory and urinating on it is a way to mark his territory...I highly doubt this one applies to you but if it does (more than 2 dogs in the house, new puppy in house) then removing any personal territory is usually the answer. 2.) Puppy - young dogs just haven't exercised the cells in the bladder to allow them to be able to hold their urine for long periods of time. If your dog is young, then take it out prior to going to bed...sometimes early on we needed to take out ours many times a night until he stopped peeing. If your dog is not young see below. 3.) Older dog - older dogs age the same as we do and sometimes those cells that helped expand during the dogs early years are now worn down and the muscles that the brain tells to hold tight during holding urine in, are not doing it anymore...allowing the dog to leak in his bed. If your dog is not old, not young, and doesn't have a territory issue...see 4 4.) UTI - dogs can get UTI's from many things, the most common is holding urine in for a very long time, causing build-up of bacteria and thus infecting the urine producing mechanism. If the peeing is very recent, all of a sudden, and is a young dog...then a possible UTI can be to blame. Go see vet. So your dog is healthy, non-territorial and not too young or too old......... Your question is very limited and these are only a few of the touched upon reasons. The best thing is to make up a differential, as a physician, or your vet might do.....How old, Recent events, Where he goes (lifting leg, leaking, etc..) When (night, day, everytime), Dog-walker (has he/she noticed difference), General appearance of dog (spunky, tired)...gather as much information about the problem as you can, schedule a vet visit to go over general health and get professionals opinion...if nothing can be determined then possible some psychology may help (dog psychology is no joke, dogs have issues like we do...think about it, they are domesticated versions of free ranging animals..some dogs still think they are the latter). Good luck

Answer 3

Cat's urinate in places other than their litter box for several reasons. Firstly and most commonly is their box isn't being scooped or cleaned regularly. Cats prefer a clean box to use for their toilet. Just as we prefer not to use an unflushed stall at a public restroom.

Second most common reason is UTI (urinary tract infection). Cats suffering with a UTI will frequently urinate out of the box in places they normally would not otherwise.

Third we have a few that tie as "cat reasons"

In heat, unspayed and unneutered cats will often "mark" their territory. That includes beds used by their owners.

A new cat, dog, baby in the house.

New noises, furniture and stray animals outside.

and also, "attitude" Which is a difficult one to prove, however, many owners claim it indeed does happen. ( cat becomes angry over a scolding urinates on owners possessions)

Lastly occasionally a switch in liter bothers them.

If this is NOT a health issue ( I'd have the cat checked out ASAP to rule out UTI) I'd recommend switching litters and trying out "Dr. Elseys Cat Attract" Cat litter.

It works wonders on retraining stubborn cats back to the pan.

Answer 4

They pee on your bed because they don't like you or you were mean to them.

Answer 5

well it depends on the type of material like Walmart or shop n save bags cats can't resist that

Answer 6

To put its scent on it, if it does not have a litter box and/or is not litter box trained, or it stressed, scared and/or upset.

Answer 7

Because it wants to.

Answer 8

because the bed is warm