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Maybe there is something that she wants when she meows like that. My cat only meows when she actually wants something, like to be let out on her leash. Have you tried different things to figure out what it is that she wants?
Another suggestion for the stove is to make it less desirable. Cats don't like citrus scents so maybe half an orange on a plate right where she pees. The fresh orange its self will have a very strong smell. A lemon might do the job as well. There has got to be something about that stove that is drawing her to it. I've heard of cats peeing outside the litter box, but usually it's in more than one place. Have you tried taking her to the vet to make sure there isn't something wrong causing her to cry a lot and urinate inappropriately. It may be a separation anxiety problem. You said she only does it when you're sleeping or not there? You could also just shut her in a room like the bathroom when you leave the house or are in bed.
In the end, if nothing works the breeder may be able to better deal with these things. They have a greater knowledge of the breed and may be willing to keep the cat themselves.
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| I have had a female bengal for 7 years and have experienced similar problems with her. I do think there is something about bengals. They are definitely loud and mine has been neurotic for a long time. Athena started urinated outside the box when she was a kitten. During the last few years she has settled for the bathtub most of the time. During the last year she has started to lick the base area of her tail raw. And she cried many nights (usually right when I went to sleep). After ruling out a physical problem, my vet recommended a behaviorist. The behaviorist prescribed buspar, an anti anxiety drug also used for people. Within a week, my bengal stopped urinating outside the box. Prozac is also prescribed for this but could have more side effects than buspar. A behaviorist is very expensive but I live in NYC. Depending on where you live, your vet may agree to prescribe buspar. Especially if you tell your vet you have tried & tried, and are now considering finding a new home for your bengal. Your kitty doesn't have to stay on buspar that long and there is a good rate of success. Good luck.
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| I have been going through the same urinating on top of the stove situation with one of my male cats for about six months. The behavior started after he had an urinary blockage in December. The vet and I think he developed an aversion to the kitty litter box, even though he still uses it most of the time. It is a very frustrating problem to deal with. The solution I finally came up with that seems to be working for me is to put covered pots (he used to urinate right in the uncovered pots, DISGUSTING) on all the burners and to use Sticky Paws double-sided tape on the countertops on both sides of your stovetop. Do a spot test first, it does leave a very sticky residue that comes off eventually with Fantastik. You don't want to ruin the finish on the counter. Better still, which makes more sense, is to put the Sticky Paws on a piece of cardboard and tape the cardboard to the countertop with easy-remove masking tape. It's not the most aesthetic look for a kitchen, but hopefully it doesn't have to remain long. My cat definitely did not like the sticky sensation on his paws and he stopped jumping up and urinating almost after the first attempt. I found pawprints as evidence on the tape. The tape is gone, but I have left the covered pots on my stovetop in the mean time until I feel confident that the problem is fully resolved. I have extra Sticky Paws on hand in case there is a relapse. You can find them in any pet store and they come in different sizes. Good luck on whatever you decide to do.
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