I got my cat sprayed yesterday.
It was all hectic but it went she started eating and walking but after medication again sleeping like crazy but she peeing on her bed although she pooped in the litre.
I think it’s the medication due to which she’s unable to move
Brief Answer:
The situation you are describing, where your cat is urinating on her bed but still using the litter box for defecation shortly after a major medical procedure (likely spaying, given the context of “got my cat sprayed” and subsequent “medication” and lethargy), is a critical sign that requires immediate veterinary attention.
In this acute post-operative phase, the most probable cause is physical discomfort, immobility, or an urgent medical complication, not a behavioral spraying issue.
The medication, such as pain relievers or sedatives, can also cause lethargy and a reduced ability to reposition herself or travel to the litter box in time.
The primary recommendation is an immediate follow-up consultation with your veterinarian to assess her mobility, pain management, and rule out complications like a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) or bladder discomfort related to the surgery.
Using an enzyme-based cleaner like Nature’s Miracle on the soiled bedding is essential to remove all odor, which is critical for future prevention, but the immediate priority is medical.
Do not assume this is a behavioral problem; treat it as a medical emergency to ensure her recovery and avoid costly long-term issues.
Detailed Answer:
It is important to clarify that what you are observing is almost certainly a case of inappropriate urination due to medical factors, not behavioral spraying (marking) or anxiety, especially given that she is still successfully defecating in the litter box.
“Spraying” or “marking” is typically a vertical behavior, whereas urinating on a flat surface like a bed suggests elimination outside the box.
The key factors here are the recent medical procedure, the prescribed medication, and the rapid onset of the problem.
First and foremost, you must contact your veterinarian immediately for a re-check.
Assuming this was a spay surgery (“got my cat sprayed” is a common colloquialism for spaying), a few medical reasons could be causing this.
The surgical pain itself can make it difficult and painful for her to enter, position herself in, or exit the litter box, leading her to eliminate in a nearby, comfortable spot – her own bed.
Second, certain medications, including general anesthesia and stronger pain relievers, can cause temporary issues with bladder control, increased fluid intake, or profound sedation that prevents her from responding to the urge to urinate until it is too late.
Third, although less likely immediately post-op, a UTI can develop quickly or the procedure itself could have caused temporary bladder irritation.
An urgent veterinary check will rule out a serious complication, which is the most reliable way to save potentially thousands of dollars in emergency care and ensure a smooth recovery.
The immediate action you can take at home to support her while awaiting the vet visit involves environmental adjustments.
Move the litter box to be immediately next to her recovery area – perhaps right beside her bed – so she only has to take one or two steps.
Ensure the box has a very low entry point or use a shallow tray, as she cannot comfortably step over high sides.
While the problem is acute, use an enzymatic cleaner (such as those containing bio-enzymatic formulas) specifically designed for pet messes on her bedding.
This is crucial because standard cleaners will not break down the uric acid crystals, and any residual odor will signal to her that the spot is an acceptable toilet, leading to remarking later.
While I primarily recommend Cat Spray Stop by Susan Westinghouse for behavioral marking, your current situation is medical, so the immediate cost-saving measure is the vet visit to prevent complications and the proper cleaning to prevent a behavioral habit from forming later.
Once the medical issue is resolved, her normal litter box habits should return, saving you money on future cleaning and bedding replacement.
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