I had to get rid of my cat! I am so sad.

I am sorry you had to do that, but I understand your situation perfectly. We were very close to do the same with our cat bailey. He was keeping us awake from 2am to 6am each night meowing and he was spraying as well. None of us was able to rest properly since Christmas but hubby was the more affected since he goes to work earlier and has to wake up before us. The only reason I was able to prevent him to get rid of bailey was by stressing the fact that in part it was our fault because we didn't even him neutered. We finally had him neutered and have been able to sleep properly since Christmas, but... apparently the territorial need for marking is still there and it is worrying me a bit. It it continues I am not really sure of what we will end up deciding. Health reasons were ruled out. Litter is kept clean, food is fine... it's just bailey wanting to mark his territory , but it's close to impossible to get that smell out of fabrics and as much as it makes me feel bad, he might have to go as well. I'll just wait a bit longer and see hoe it goes. We all love our pets, or else we wouldn't have them, but we need to keep things in perspective. WE can't live in constant stress because of one pet.

I'm sorry she did that - now, did she start this after your daughter was born??? she could have been jealous - especially if you stopped paying as much attention to her as you used to. (My cat was jealous when my son was born) I hope she can find a home!!!

I'm so sorry. I'm glad at least you took her to the vet first to rule out health issues. Most no kill shelters can't take a cat like that though because they are extra hard to rehome unfortunately.

First and foremost, it's very sad to hear that your cat was sheltered and is now out of your care. You really have to sacrifice something for the benefit of everybody. You tried your best to solve the situation, but the cat isn't really what God wants for you, so he sent it away. You made the best choice, giving the cat to the Humane Society. Probably, the cat's living really well in the care of others. It was just not meant for you to have.

I am sorry you had to get rid of your Cat, my Cat will do that from time to time. Very annoying,she did not do it till my son brought his cat here. Then when he moved she stopped, but lately I have found a few accidents and wonder why she is doing it again. I am like you though, if she continues I may have to let her go. She is ruining my furnisher. She hasn't done it again now for a while, so we will see.

We closely have the same problem. In my case, i have to get rid of my shih tzu dog for 5 years. she's been staying inside the house. but this year, we have to get rid of her because of my baby's asthma getting worse. at first, we let my dog stay outside but she is crying and wanting to go inside. i cant stand it... and i have to let her go inside the next day. finally, one friend of mine volunteered to adopt my dog. and i promised to supply my dog's food, water, and other needs. sometimes i am still sad missing my pet, but it's for the best... i mean, the one who adopted her really is taking care of her more than i did. i never gave her that much attention when i had a baby. so, all's well that ends well. ;)

Really, it could be anything. Had you moved the litter box, changed the type of litter you used, did she have enough room to use the box, did you change her food, were their any other environmental changes (certain cleaners you used or laundry detergent)?

I am sorry about that. I almost lost my Goldie more than two years ago, and luckily we found out what was wrong with her and we were easily able to treat her, but I know some people who had the same problem I did and they had to let their cat go. It is really sad when something like that happens.

we too had to part with our sweet, pet cat a few years ago. She was 10 years but had heart problems but she was our first pet together and it broke our heart to let her go blessed be

I'm sorry to hear you had to get rid of your cat. That must be heartabreaking. I have heard of cats with behavioral problems, and even seen people who specicalize in this, but only on tv. I have a siamese cat that has "pooed" on my bathmat. She is 7 years old and just started this 2 years ago. She did it the first time and I threw her out and made her stay out for a couple of days. Then 6 months later she did it again. It's like she knows not to poo on the floor carpet but figures the bathmat can be washed so why not. She did it again last month and again the other morning. I keep her locked up in the laundry room at night now, and have to keep her outside as much as I can during the day. I even moved the litter box outside, it was in the garage and she has access to it through a cat door in the laundry room, but she proceeded to poo on the extra piece of carpet that was in front of our entry door that we humans use to wipe our feet. We have closed off the cat door and just put her out often. She is allowed in the house as long as I can see her or if she is in my lap, but I don't dare let her out of my sight.I tried all the suggestions I had read, ie. changing litter, changing the size of the litterbox, changing her food. Nothing seemed to work. My hubby is ready to throw her to the dogs, but I just can't do it.Don't you wish they could talk and tell us what is really going on with them?

I am so sorry you had to get rid of your kitty. They do have behavioral problems sometimes. Maybe there was a stressor that started this behavior. I am sure you tried everything in order to keep your kitty. I am sad for you, and will pray for your kitty to find a good home. Blessed Be.

I am sorry to hear about what happened with your cat Kayla. We had to have our beloved female dog Tasha put down in January but she was almost sixteen years of age and it was her time. However, saying goodbye to a special fur-baby is always distressing. I am surprised that your vet didn't have any other solutions to the situation..ours always takes everything into consideration before ever suggesting to end an association with any pet. All I can say is be gentle with yourself and honor the time you had together. We all make our decisions with the level of awareness we have anywhere along our life path. I can hear you did what you thought was best...my warmest regards go out to you and your family. Raia

Poor cat. I really hope she finds a loving home, and will not get put to sleep! Did you try visiting at least online several cat message board/send-outs? I bet you could have found others who went through or gotten through that stage. Jealousy of attention is a trigger often.