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9 y/o Bengal still spraying

astilover Jun 11, 2007 01:57 PM

Male neutered mail still spraying. He is been on amytriptyline (made him aggressive &zombie-like ), now on Reconcile (not agressive-but not effective). Spent thousands of $$ on Rx, Feliway, Comfort zone plug-ins, behavioral modification, Rescue Remedy, homepathic essences, calming herbs, vet visits, carpet cleaners. Even used moth balls. Was really bad when outside cat visits. THat cat is no longer coming around and the Reconcile seemed to work for the first 3 weeks, now he is spraying again. I don't hink it's fair to him to give him to someone else who may not tolerate the problem and euthanize him. He is otherwise a very good cat. It is a multi-cat household and i nthe past he has sprayed at the addtion of a new pet, but always resolved. I have not changed anything environmentally or added any new pets in the last year and he is continuing to spray, has for the past 9 months. I am at my wits end in trying to make sure he feels secure and is happy. He has destroyed so many things. Any help is appreciated!

Replies (3)

PHKitkat Jun 11, 2007 10:56 PM

Hi There,

Please ask your vet if he or she will prescribe Clomicalm (clomipramine)for your kitty. This drug tends to work well in spraying cats. I have a cat on it and he takes 1/4 of a 20 mg tablet every night. Works like a charm for him.

Regards,
PHKitkat

Astilover Jun 12, 2007 07:31 AM

Do you feel this will work better than the Amyitryptiline and the Reconcile?

PHKitkat Jun 12, 2007 07:40 PM

Hi,

I'm not familiar with Reconcile, but I do know that Clomicalm is considered by many vets to be a big improvement over Amitriptylline. I think it's worth a try, but it's up to you and your vet.

Take care,
PHKitkat

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