Originally posted by Catsnclay
Well, the good news is, you did nothing wrong. Cats are creatures of habit, and they HATE changes. Talking from experience, yes, I too have a "pee-boy" and over the past 2 years have been redecorating my house, with his help Some cats are just more stressed when things change. I have found that the Feliway plug-ins work well, but if you know you are going to do things (paint, carpet, etc) plug it in a week before you start. Also give lots of attention to the culprit, they are stressing now and need comfort. Another thing my Vet recommended, take something with their scent on it, their blanket, bed, etc, and rub it all over the new thing. That way there scent is already there and it should cut down on the need to "mark" it. Oh, and unfortunetly, this will occur again sorry......
This is good advice and right on the mark. The reason why Ripley is spraying is because of change. He may even have some vomiting and diarrhea. Some cats just detest change, so with new carpet, paint and cat...there have been a lot of changes! Give him extra love and making the new carpet and paint smell like him will help too. Like catsnclay mentioned, rubbing a toy, blanket, or towel that smells like him on the new carpet/walls may help him feel comforted. The feliway should help calm him too. As far as the other cat is concerned, give your first cat more attention and love during the transition period. Whenever the other cat is around, praise Ripley and give him a treat, so he associates good things with the other cat. In the meantime, get yourself some good enzymatic cleaner!
Good luck!
**hugs**