Because cat spraying is a natural and pervasive activity, cat owners should not be surprised if it occurs. This is how a cat marks its territory, and you can expect that at least one of your belongings will be sprayed at some time or other.

Cat spraying is a natural means of cat communication. This action is how a cat communicates to a potential mate, a rival, or you as an owner. It may simply be expressing its dissatisfaction with some aspect of its life.

Though cat spraying is a natural and innocent action, it's a behavior that even the most loving cat owners want to get rid of if they can. Don't try to punish your cats if they spray, as they're just doing what cats do. The easiest and most tried-and-true method of getting a cat to stop spraying is to have him neutered. Most spraying is due to a desire to mate, and getting rid of the source of that desire should most likely get rid of the problem.

If you can't get your cat neutered, or neutering doesn't stop him from spraying, you should think about figuring out the source of the problem that's causing your cat to spray. If he doesn't get along with another cat in the environment, try separating them for a time. Cat spraying can also be due to a medical problem, and is something you should discuss with your veterinarian.

Thoroughly clean up every area that your cat has sprayed, so that your cat will be less tempted to spray the same area again. Cat pheromones often cannot be detected by the human nose, so use a potent antibacterial cleanser to be sure that you're removed every trace of the spraying.

If none of the options presented work, your cat could just be unhappy living with you. She may have outgrown the environment she's allowed to freely roam in, her new food may disagree with her, or she simply might not like being alone all day. If this is the case, talk to a veterinarian.

The way a cat behaves can often be mystifying, but you may find logical explanations for your cat's spraying or other harmful actions if you look for them and try to understand how they're thinking. A cat can't voice his opinions, so when he's upset about something he may spray, claw furniture, or act in a non-normal (and sometimes vocal) manner. By trying to figure out your cat's problem, you might find that the solution is more simple than you would have thought.

Cat spraying is a cat behavior that even the most devout cat lovers want eliminated. Don't punish the cat, they are just doing what's in their nature. If you can't get your cat neutered, or neutering doesn't stop the spraying, find out causing your cat to spray. If he doesn't get along with another cat in the environment, try separating. Spraying can also be due to a medical problem, so consult your veterinarian. Cat urine contains pheromones which humans may not smell. Clean all affected areas with a strong antibacterial cleanser to eliminate the odor completely. This will prevent the cat from using the same area again.