Instructions
Have your cat neutered. The vet will give you instructions to prepare your pet for this simple surgery. Preparation usually involves a 12-hour fast, which empties your cat's stomach and reduces the likelihood that it may choke during surgery. After it is neutered, it may stop spraying within a week. This is more effective if it's done before the cat reaches sexual maturity and has not started spraying yet.
Visit a veterinarian in your area to evaluate your cat for potential health problems. If it continues to spray after neutering, it may have a urinary tract infection, bladder stones or tumors in its urinary tract. These disorders can all cause your cat to urinate more frequently and with less control of where it empties its bladder. A simple urine test and an ultrasound can check for these potential problems. Treatment depends on the specific underlying cause.
Remove the cover from your cat's litter box. Some finicky male cats refuse to use a litter box with a cover and choose instead to relieve themselves on walls or floors. A wide, flat, open litter box is best for problem cats.
Change your cat's litter more frequently. Your male cat may be spraying in inappropriate places because its litter box is unclean. Some cats only use the litter box if there is no urine or feces anywhere in it. Scoop all feces and urine clumps from the litter box as soon as your cat soils it.
Purchase an extra litter box, especially if you have more than one cat in your home. Some male cats refuse to use a litter box that another cat has claimed. It insists upon having its own private box. Place the new litter box in a secluded corner of your house, particularly if it is an area that your cat frequently sprays.
Minimize general stress in your cat's life. If your cat frequently witnesses fights between cats or humans, or if it lives with an aggressive animal, it is more likely to urinate and spray in inappropriate areas. A warm, inviting, stable home is essential for your cat's overall physical and emotional health.
How to Keep a Male Cat From Spraying
Many male cats engage in "spraying," the release of musky-smelling urine. In nature, spraying helps them communicate with rivals and potential mates. The malodorous fluid signals the cat's fertility and willingness to defend its territory. A house with a spraying cat can quickly develop a pervasive, foul stench, which can seep into the floors and walls. To protect your home and health, take immediate measures to halt this behavior.