OK, weird question this week, but I have wondered about this for a while. I've noticed in public bathrooms there are a lot of men who either 1) spit in the urinal continuously while peeing or 2) keep pulling the flush handle while standing there pissing or 3) do both of these at the same time. I'm sure there are multiple reasons for why to do this, but I am curious as to your speculations about why they are doing it. Is the spitting some way of being macho? Is the constant flushing some way of disposing that which is "dirty"? the "normative" behavior is to piss and then flush, so why this variant (which also wastes a lot of water BTW)? Why the combination of both spitting and flushing? I think we may reveal something about male psychology or social ideology here.
posted by cmp4Meta
on Feb 17, 2013 -
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What can I do to clean up cat piss and stop a tom from coming in and spraying? Tell me about products you can buy in the UK which work.
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posted by Helga-woo
on May 21, 2012 -
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What's that funny stuff floating in my pee, and is it related to this other issue? TMI inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 28, 2010 -
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My roommate and I long ago decided that we would not flush pee. Save water and all. The only problem is this: apparently if you let urine sit in the toilet, it turns into a really attractive layer of brown sediment, in a spot that is very difficult to clean with a toilet brush . . . r
ight up to the front of the little recess on the bottom, and right in the back of it as well. Is there anything we can add to the reservoir to keep this from happening?
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posted by kensington314
on Aug 4, 2010 -
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One of our cats started peeing in the tub. We got pissed and filled the tub up with water, thus stopping her from peeing in the tub. Now she pees on the bath rug right outside of the tub instead (literally a foot from her litter box). Please help brainstorm some "get the hell back in your litter box" ideas.
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posted by kthxbi
on Jul 19, 2010 -
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I've been thinking of adopting a cat from the local shelter...HOWEVER...I am starting to hesitate because of all the problems people have with cat pee.
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posted by The ____ of Justice
on Mar 19, 2010 -
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My cat hasn't used her litter box in over two weeks. The house smells great. She has no way to get outside.
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posted by miagaille
on Sep 16, 2009 -
28 answers
How do I get cat pee out of my car's upholstery? Took my male (neutered) cat to the vet today, stupidly put him on the seat in his carrier instead of the floor. He peed in terror right out the mesh back, and now my car stinks all to hell.
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posted by emjaybee
on Jul 18, 2009 -
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About a week ago my pee started smelling really strongly and really, really strange. I haven't eaten any asparagus and I don't have a UTI. The only recent change in my diet is that I gave up caffeine (but I was only drinking 5-6 cups a week before). What gives?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 12, 2009 -
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Cat behavior question: urinating outside (directly outside) the litterbox. Vet has ruled out any blood issues or urinary blockages.
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posted by MeetMegan
on Jul 6, 2009 -
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Kitten uses her litterbox just fine. She uses the couch and the bed equally well. What to do?
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posted by mudpuppie
on Jan 12, 2009 -
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How do I deal with urine-related anxiety? It's intruding more and more in my life and I don't know what I can do to fix it.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 9, 2008 -
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My girl lifts her leg to pee sometimes, she also "marks". Does we haz a problem? My inclination is "no" ... but my vet seems unsettled about it.
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posted by taz
on Nov 26, 2008 -
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I've read related posts on AskMeFi several times, as I've dealt with this before. I know there's something I'm missing. My dog pees in the house, albeit infrequently...except when she's peed in the house recently. I clean up the spots using Nature's Miracle (now Petastic). I do things to discourage her from peeing again near that area (blocking it off, putting her food nearby, etc.). She pees again in close proximity, but not at exactly the same spot. So, what do I do?
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posted by anarchivist
on Nov 24, 2008 -
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How do I get my 4 year old Jack Rusell to stop peeing on things? He IS potty trained, and neutered, but still seems to be "marking" furniture and corners all over my apartment, and I NEVER catch him in the act. I've heard this is an issue that is more common in Jack Russells. Is there anything I can do to deter this so he won't pee on my new couch?
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posted by veronicacorningstone
on Aug 27, 2008 -
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This question has to do with number 1 and number 2. So if you're not interested in reading about bathroom things skip this question.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2008 -
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Best way to die my urine all of the ROY G. BIV rainbow colors? [Not all at once, one color at a time.] The brighter and more vibrant, the better.
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posted by davidstandaford
on Nov 25, 2007 -
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HealthFilter: Why do I wake up with a dull ache in my abdomen (diaphragm area)?
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posted by cadge
on Aug 12, 2007 -
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How can I eliminate cat pee smell without damaging the fibers of a nylon rope? There's a bunch...
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posted by griffey
on Jul 24, 2007 -
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We have a large closet in our apartment that has always smelled of cat urine. Despite taking every measure we possibly could to eliminate the odor, it still smells, 2 years later. Is there anything left to try?
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posted by catfood
on Dec 19, 2006 -
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Women who pee standing up: have you used any of the different disposable/reusable products available out there? And if so, what did you think?
I am specifically interested in something that would be good for hiking, camping, that kind of thing.
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posted by miss tea
on Jul 7, 2006 -
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CatPeeFilter: my landlord's cat peed all over my slightly expensive
North Face Duffel Bag. Not having a cat myself and being unfamiliar with the world of feline urine, I just soaked the bag in hot water with Wisk. It still stank, so my GF gave me some Nature's Miracle, which I drenched the bag in, but it still smells. And I noticed on the instructions that you should *not* wash the bag regularly before using Nature's Miracle. Anyway, that damage is done, the bag still smells, so is there anything else I can do to save the bag?
posted by forallmankind
on Nov 25, 2005 -
22 answers
Attention: Urologists! Is there a name for the phenomenon where you have to pee, but you can still hold it awhile...
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posted by Hat Maui
on Aug 7, 2005 -
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Someone's dog keeps urinating in our apartment building's elevator. The smell is really disgusting and I'm tired of cleaning it up. Any recommendations on a next course of action?
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posted by mert
on Oct 15, 2004 -
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Humming noises make me have to pee. Does this happen to anyone else? What could be causing it? [more inside]
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posted by bonheur
on Sep 22, 2004 -
18 answers
Cat urine and wood floors? Our cat didn't like our new house and left a mark that burned a spot in our wood floor. Any ideas on how to take the stain up?
posted by Macboy
on Aug 3, 2004 -
9 answers
Another pee question: Do you pee in the ocean? In lakes? Is that better or worse than peeing in the shower? [empty]
posted by dame
on May 7, 2004 -
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