Cat is peeing on my rug by the back door. Thinking about getting this to prevent marking. Will it work? Also how far is range before it goes off?
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It works best on furniture that moves when cat hops on it. I don't think it would work for you.
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Tattle tale senses slight vibrations. It's not really a "motion detector", like the ones on outdoor security lights. It works on sofa cushions and bed mattresses. Not on hard floors. Unless it is bumped.
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The way it works is with movement, you have to basically tap it or make a loud noise for it to work on a hard surface. With loud noise it's cab be sensitive and go off but with movement it best work well on a surface that moves easily like a couch.
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It will not protect the floor. I'm trying to decide if I should send mine back, because it works well for catching the litter, but my cat has decided to use his box for pooping only, and has been peeing on the mat. I've tried cleaning it, even spraying it down with vinegar, because vinegar is supposed to be an odor eliminator, but it's not helping. I have afolded towel under the mat for now, so that my wood floor doesn't get ruined. Not happy at all.
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Not sure that would work because it appears to be the pet's weight that triggers it, since as soon as they step on it the alarm sounds. Just scratching probably wouldn't be enough to trigger. As I think about it, however, you could place it on the floor beneath the end of the sofa so that the cat had to step on it to get to the scratching point. Just avoid stepping on it yourself because it will startle you. Good luck
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My cat was not spraying vertical surfaces. She was peeing on throw rugs I had in the bathroom instead of the litter box. I got the feliway plug in and I also got rid of the throw rugs. She hasn't done it since but not sure if it was the feliway or the fact that I don't use the throw rugs anymore.
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Have never used it for a cat, but if he/she goes on pads I would think this would help keep your floor protected. There is a "Housebreaking Spray" to spray to attract a dog. I wonder if it would help let your cat adjust to the pad being on the tray if needed. Not sure the spray is for cats. Hope it works for you!
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Hey Michael, I had this exact problem with my cat. He was peeing on my couch, bed, rugs, etc. He has had some slip ups since I got this litter box, but they are significantly reduced. Having this one plus my old regular litter box (which I try to shovel out every time I notice he's used it) seem to work pretty well. He seems to pee outside of the litter box most when I'm not doing as good of a job cleaning out the original box. Hope this helps! It's been really helpful for me.
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As is the case w/ most animals, the key is catching him in the act. In my situation, my dogs would never misbehave when I am around. There's no sense in using the beeper because you want your dog to self-correct. You have to watch and wait. It's best to not let him see you. When he even shows the smallest movement toward either cat, give him a correction. No sound from you. Hopefully, he'll think it came from God. If he doesn't react, increase to the next level and try it again. He will stop, I assure you. It's not necessary to be there every time. If you hear him going after them in the house, then just give him a correction while he's chasing. It will have the same effect. Be sure not to use your voice or the beeper, because he'll quickly figure out that as long as you're not around, it's ok to chase. If you do it w/out a sound, he will make the association between the cats and the shock. I have successfully used this approach on numerous behaviors around the house (chewing on rugs, garbage, harassing older dog, barking, jumping up on the door or people). I sometimes use a verbal correction, but most of the time I let the shock collar do the work. My dogs usually figure it out on their own. Remember that "most" dogs are not stupid, just sly. There is always the exception though, and there most definitely are some that are more stubborn or slower to get the message. Patience and persistence. I wouldn't recommend leaving the cats and dog together when you leave, at least not until you're sure this behavior is completely gone.
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It might work on skunks. I've seen it detect a cat at close range. Generally, the smaller and slower the animal is, the less likely it will be detected. Thick fur and high ambient temperature are other factors that limit thermal detection. Works very well on people and deer, but not very well on cats.
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It makes a piercing sound and a light goes off --I think it would REALLY scare a cat. I wouldn't use it for that purpose. I'd try a pet supply site to see if they carry something a little more animal-friendly.
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I have mine installed in a small walk-in (6 ft x 5 ft) closet and my 10 lb cat triggers it all the time, kind of annoying when it happens at 1 am. I just close the door to preven this from happening.
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Yup I think it worked great. I really sprayed on a covering by our garbage. I also put it on the couch and NOPE dog and cats stayed away. IT does not hurt anything you spray it on. JUST be liberal with it. The other thing is you can use a squirt bottle with only water. WHEN they do something just squirt the water and say NO ??. My adopted puppy does not chase the cat anymor since I spray and say stop chase. GOOD LUCK
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It depends on where you set it and point it. It took me a couple times moving it around but I have it sitting at the back door pointing outside. It will go off if I walk in 1 small part of my kitchen or if I use the dishwasher. So the answer to your question is basically no unless you are right up on it. But beware, a cat, a ball, strong wind may also set it off if you position it for movement outside the door.
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It might work for that, I use it outside to keep the cats off of our cars and it is not very effective. I think using it in a close proximity would be effective.
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I have been using these for a cat who suddenly stopped using the litter box for urination. He goes on the paper and sometimes will try to coverwith an edge of pad, but it does protect the rug. We still use a waterproof quilted pad under.
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I will try my best to help, but I think that it maybe because it has isopropanol (an alcohol) that could damage the stain/varnish/paint on the wood. I really use it on lush carpet and a quick wipe on my kitchen laminated floor, spray just a little in a small area, and wipe it dry quickly (I have tested it before in a small spot and saw no immediate effects). For my 3 dogs it removes any urine odor and they do not keep peeing in the same spot. I have no idea about cats. Hope this answers your question.
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It may be mounted in high places, I have one mounted about 10ft from the ground. It reaches floor level motion about 15 to 18 feet from the sensor at that height. It may be installed at an angle to project the sensor down to the floor at a steeper angle. The only issue with this sensor for me is it picks up a 8 lb cat from 15 feet away. Another sensor is available if pets will be in the area. It requires an alarm to operate. It will work with all Linx Touch 5200 and the Lynx Touch 7000 alarm systems by Honeywell.
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Hi, I have a small Dog and the motion sensor normally turns on with she passes so I will assume it will detect your cats as well. Regards,