Hi Java,

Is this a new issue with this cat?  Have you had her checked by a vet
for urinary problems/diabetes, etc?  Have there been any recent changes
in the household (new member, new furniture, illness, stress, etc.)?
There is a product called Feliway that can help with urinary issues
such as this, and also assists w/addition of new kitties.  You can do a
Google search for sites that sell it online, or I've heard it's
available at Petco/Petsmart.  I was having silimar problems when I lost
one cat and added another, but Feliway helped (I even saw an ad for it
to the right of your post).  Also, I recently added another cat, and
had to borrow a large cat condo to keep her in from a local cat
sanctuary ($150 deposit).  It's about 48"/32"/22" and I used it to
separate the new cat, since I don't have an extra room to keep her in.
If you feel that you absolutely MUST give the cat away, please do a
Google search for no-kill shelters in your area and contact one.  Hope
this helps.

Lisa

Javadude wrote:

My vet has told me that if the cat associates pain with a litterbox, it
will be avoided.  If the cat has an infection or a stone causing pain
with voiding, or constipation or blockage causing pain with defecation,
the cat will try any new place in hopes of not being hurt while
depositing.

A good lay veterinary resource on the web:  www.veterinarypartners.org

BJM