How to Stop the Spraying of a Pregnant Cat

Stress can cause a cat to start spraying.

Spraying is the act of a cat releasing a mist of urine. It is different from regular urinating, because it is done as a way of marking something. Although it is more common in male cats, it is possible for female cats to do it as well. Stress can cause a cat to spray, so it is understandable that a pregnant cat may start to spray. Fortunately, it is a behavior that is possible to change.

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Water
• Spray bottle
• Cloth
• Pheromone diffuser

Instructions

1. Clean the urine sprayed by your cat immediately after it happens. Mix one part white vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the area thoroughly, and then wipe it off with a wet cloth. When cats smell their own urine, they are reminded to spray again, so it is important to remove the odor entirely.

2. See a veterinarian about anti-anxiety medication for your pregnant cat. Since stress is more than likely causing your cat to spray, it's important to seek out something that can calm her. Make sure the veterinarian knows your cat is pregnant, so he can prescribe something that won't harm the unborn kittens.

3. Plug a pheromone diffuser into an outlet that is located in a room the cat frequents. These diffusers can be found at most pet shops, and they release pheromones into the air, which can calm a cat.

References

• Cats of Australia: Feline Spraying