Jasper is going to a new home.

[shais_mom]

All I can think of...if he has to go to a new home, I would like to see him as an 'only child' and an indoor kitty.

NOT taking him to the vet for a peeing problem is cruel and neglectful, just my opinion. Kitties with urinary tract infections can be in a lot of pain. It might be crystals, which can usually be cleared up by a change in diet. Can YOU take him, at least for a week or two, and get him checked out by a vet? Even if he has to live in the bathroom for a while at your place...

If funds are tight, there are folks here who will gladly help.

If he IS going to a new home, I think being an 'only cat' in an indoor home would be preferable.

during the summer Ash lived in her family's cottage.
Now that school started I am not sure where she is living, if it the dorm or what.
I trust Ash entirely, and she will do what is right by Jasper.

[Catty1]

Thanks, Staci - I didn't realize that. By her screen name, I thought she had dogs as well...but likely not, depending where she is living.

It does seem a shame that Jasper hasn't had this checked by a vet...and as you say, Ash will do right by him.

Wishing the best for Jasper - he is a beautiful boy!

[shais_mom]

She does have dogs.
Jack lived with her this summer while she was at the cottage but other than that they live at home with her parents and siblings.
She's a young adult doing the best she can, she can only fight so much.
People seem to forget that in some situations. When it was another member and it was her mom's decision to keep the dog outside no one argued, BUT if it is a cat issue the young person is crucified.
I sure don't get it.

[Catty1]

I know what you mean, Staci - but I honestly wasn't trying to crucify her (not that you were saying I was ). This is a sad situation, and I trust she will do what she can.

[kt_luvs_kitties]

First, I think he should get a urinalysis done. I know that she doesnt want to take him, BUT it really could help.

Also, he might be stressing out, so you could try feliway spray.

IF that does not work, see about putting him on something like prozac or amitriptolyn. Prozac really helps cats with peeing/behavioral problems.

Either way, she would need to vet him to get him meds and such.


Only thing not vet related she could try is new litter, and new/more boxes in the areas he goes most. and the feliway.

GOOD LUCK!

[jenluckenbach]

I am so sorry. But there really is no solution that I can think of WITHOUT taking him to a vet first. The two most common reasons for a cat to pee outside the litter box are UTI (urinary tract infection) and crystals......a urinalysis would test for these. YES, it could be behavioral, but you can't begin any treatment without knowing.

So the best way for you to help is to convince your parents to at least try urinalysis. After all, urinary tract problems cause pain, and won't resolv themselves.

Good luck.

[sugarpaws]

Jasper is absolutely gorgeous. I do to hope you can convince your mom to take him to the vet first, if her mind is set on rehoming him. Just last week our 1 year old orange tabby boy was diagnosed with crsytals and UTI and I can tell you he still is in a lot of pain when urinating. As I am sure you know, boys hurt much worse than girls when they have UTIs, and the change in behavior can be dramatic. Pls keep us posted. Prayers for this beautiful boy!!!
Marina