Someone here recently posted that they do that (slide some newspaper under their furkid) when they are making those noises right before they get sick. They do give plenty of warnings with those icky sounds! That way nothing goes on the floor. I have to admit I never thought of that and it's pretty clever. I usually try to carry the dog/cat to an area that isn't carpeted and wind up not being very successful. Also the dog/cat seems quite annoyed with me afterwards.