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"Laura" wrote in message ... | hi | | So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? | I don't think they would spray that much if the litter box was clean and if | he did spray he would get checked by a vet and the accident would be cleaned | up with an enzyme remove (none of the people we know with male cats that | spray have used one to clean up the accident, just normal soap and water, or | febreeze maybe). Also are males more lovable? | | thanks | | Generally speaking, males tend to be more cuddly and lovable, but if raised from kittenhood, any cat can be. I had a female cat who turned herself into a necklace every time she got near me. I now have a male that does the same thing. It has a lot to do with their handling, however, some cats never do become cuddly love bugs. It's more in their genes and personalities. As to the spraying, if the kitten is neutered before this behaviour begins, the chances are very good that he never will spray. It is not a guarantee that it won't occur...just a precaution. -- Hugs, Lynn *strip CLOTHES to reply* Homepage: http://members.shaw.ca/sewfinefashions/ See my boys: http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/papavince_29/ |
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wombn wrote:
On Fri, 25 Jul 2003 10:54:48 +0200, "Niels Peter" wrote: Laura wrote: So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? A fixed male doesn't spray. Does it depend on when the male is neutered? My brother's male cat was neutered late in life. Now he sprays only when he smells another male cat somewhere. Like one time when a male cat was staying with them over a weekend. My cat was neutered young at the shelter (2 months) and he sprayed only once, on an old dog pee stain in the rug (which was so faint, I couldn't even see it) from a previous owner. After cleaning that spot with Nature's Miracle, he hasn't sprayed again, and it's been two years. |
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wombn wrote:
On Fri, 25 Jul 2003 10:54:48 +0200, "Niels Peter" wrote: Laura wrote: So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? A fixed male doesn't spray. Does it depend on when the male is neutered? My brother's male cat was neutered late in life. Now he sprays only when he smells another male cat somewhere. Like one time when a male cat was staying with them over a weekend. My cat was neutered young at the shelter (2 months) and he sprayed only once, on an old dog pee stain in the rug (which was so faint, I couldn't even see it) from a previous owner. After cleaning that spot with Nature's Miracle, he hasn't sprayed again, and it's been two years. |
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Laura wrote:
hi I presently have 2 female fixed cats and 1 8-10 week old female kitten whom i rescused from a lady with at least 35 other cats and kittens. My mother wanted a part persian or hym but she felt so sorry for the kitten we have that she got her, and we are all happy for her. Well now she still wants her part persian or hym kitten, or purebred, as long as it looks like a persian or hym she doesn't really care. You should always choose a kitten by personality and behavior, not looks, unless you're into the whole breeding thing. So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? Not much if he is neutered and the environment isn't threatened. Also are males more lovable? All cats are lovable ;-) The general rule of thumb I've heard is that male cats and female dogs are less likely to be pains in the butt than female cats and male dogs. I have 2 fixed males and they are absolutely the loves of my life :-) |
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Laura wrote:
hi I presently have 2 female fixed cats and 1 8-10 week old female kitten whom i rescused from a lady with at least 35 other cats and kittens. My mother wanted a part persian or hym but she felt so sorry for the kitten we have that she got her, and we are all happy for her. Well now she still wants her part persian or hym kitten, or purebred, as long as it looks like a persian or hym she doesn't really care. You should always choose a kitten by personality and behavior, not looks, unless you're into the whole breeding thing. So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? Not much if he is neutered and the environment isn't threatened. Also are males more lovable? All cats are lovable ;-) The general rule of thumb I've heard is that male cats and female dogs are less likely to be pains in the butt than female cats and male dogs. I have 2 fixed males and they are absolutely the loves of my life :-) |
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All cats are lovable ;-) The general rule of thumb I've heard is that
male cats and female dogs are less likely to be pains in the butt than female cats and male dogs. I have 2 fixed males and they are absolutely the loves of my life :-) That's my experience. My boys are way more laid-back than Bootsie, who tends to be territorial and bossy. Other people tell me the opposite, though. I've begun to think it's just a personality deal, and once they are neutered, sex really doesn't matter much. Sherry |
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All cats are lovable ;-) The general rule of thumb I've heard is that
male cats and female dogs are less likely to be pains in the butt than female cats and male dogs. I have 2 fixed males and they are absolutely the loves of my life :-) That's my experience. My boys are way more laid-back than Bootsie, who tends to be territorial and bossy. Other people tell me the opposite, though. I've begun to think it's just a personality deal, and once they are neutered, sex really doesn't matter much. Sherry |
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That's my experience. My boys are way more laid-back than Bootsie, who tends
to be territorial and bossy. Other people tell me the opposite, though. I've begun to think it's just a personality deal, and once they are neutered, sex really doesn't matter much. Sherry Woops. That should probably read *gender* doesn't matter much. Although the original is true also.. :-) Sherry |
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That's my experience. My boys are way more laid-back than Bootsie, who tends
to be territorial and bossy. Other people tell me the opposite, though. I've begun to think it's just a personality deal, and once they are neutered, sex really doesn't matter much. Sherry Woops. That should probably read *gender* doesn't matter much. Although the original is true also.. :-) Sherry |
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On Fri, 25 Jul 2003 02:04:11 -0600, "Laura"
wrote: So basically I was wondering what are the odds that a male cat would spray? I'm on my 5th male cat. The only ones that sprayed were the first two I had when I waited too long to fix them. They never sprayed after they were fixed. None of the others have sprayed. |
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