Examples:
Close doors to sensitive rooms or areas.
Use plastic panels or netting to block access.
Moving or lifting certain objects, such as laundry baskets or pillows.
9. Spiked mats.
Commercially available plastic mats with small spikes are designed to repel cats without harming them. These mats create an uncomfortable surface that cats won’t want to walk or sit on.
Tip: Place these mats where your cat regularly urinates. They’ll quickly avoid that area.
10. Commercial repellent sprays:
Many brands offer repellent sprays specifically designed to discourage cats from urinating in certain areas. These products are generally safe, even for the most sensitive cats.
Directions for use: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Spray regularly (especially at the beginning) on the affected areas.
Other essential tips for correcting this behavior
✅ Keep the litter box clean
In 80% of cases, a cat that urinates outside the litter box does so because the litter box is not clean or is positioned poorly.
Examples:
Close doors to sensitive rooms or areas.
Use plastic panels or netting to block access.
Moving or lifting certain objects, such as laundry baskets or pillows.
9. Spiked mats.
Commercially available plastic mats with small spikes are designed to repel cats without harming them. These mats create an uncomfortable surface that cats won’t want to walk or sit on.
Tip: Place these mats where your cat regularly urinates. They’ll quickly avoid that area.
10. Commercial repellent sprays:
Many brands offer repellent sprays specifically designed to discourage cats from urinating in certain areas. These products are generally safe, even for the most sensitive cats.
Directions for use: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Spray regularly (especially at the beginning) on the affected areas.
Other essential tips for correcting this behavior
✅ Keep the litter box clean
In 80% of cases, a cat that urinates outside the litter box does so because the litter box is not clean or is positioned poorly.