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Many of you know of Henry's renal failure.

My question here is simply one of curiosity.

Henry has never sprayed and has always used his box perfectly. As his disease progresses, 90% of the time he is peeing outside the box. Not through out the house, just right in front of the box (actually both boxes). Please know, this is not a complaint - we have mats (both rubber and fabric) stationed in those areas, and we are dealing with the situation.

The question - I have always heard that cat urine (I think male, especially) is a strong and unpleasant smell. There seems to be no scent to Henry's urine, even if I hold my nose directly to the spot. I have one bad eye and two bad ears, so my sense of smell is excellent.

Does any know if this relates directly to the renal failure? Again, just curious and thank you for any thoughts provided.

This is litter avoidance, probably because of some level of discomfort. You may want to try an additional box right by the current one with only paper towels in it.

Urine of whole males can be as you describe. Speutered cats tend to be not as bad. In addition, it varies with the concentration of the urine. (With greater fluid intake and more frequent urination, one might expect less odor.)

I'm sure you're taking care of everything Cheryl, but just one more suggestion in terms of easy clean up. Using Doggie Piddle Pads laid down can help. When I had to keep Smoke confined with his foot injury and he has no clue what a litter box is for, I put down the piddle pads and when he went on those it made for quick cleanup. Just a suggestion.

I don't know about the urine smell, but i was thinking like Teresa " doggie potty pads"

(06-09-2011 10:01 AM)CARagMama Wrote: [ -> ]I don't know about the urine smell, but i was thinking like Teresa " doggie potty pads"

Actually, Becky - I like both suggestions and will try both. Thanks friends.

We already have an extra box I can set up with paper towels, and for T's suggestion I will try to purchase at Petsmart.

I just feel bad for Annie because obviously she uses the same boxes and when exiting each time steps into a little puddle.