Things You'll Need
- Enzyme-based carpet cleaner
- Spray water bottle
- Litter box cleaning supplies
Instructions
Clean any areas in which your cat may have already marked. Don't use harsh household chemicals, because these may only accentuate the odor. Enzyme-based cleaners are most effective.
Keep your cat away from windows or doors that allow him to see outside. This will reduce the chance of your cat seeing another animal, which may be stimulating him to spray.
Monitor your cat closely, if possible, for a few days. If he starts to sniff an area where he has already sprayed, distract him by making a loud noise or spraying him with water.
Clean the litter box daily and make sure it is accessible to the cat.
Discipline your cat only if you catch him before he is about to spray. According to veterinarian Melissa Bain of the Best Friends Animal Society, punishing your cat during or after spraying is ineffective and could cause stress, which may lead to even more spraying problems.
Consider spaying or neutering your cat if the problem persists.