Comments on: A Crazy Cat Pee Question

By: Tammy

Tammy — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:03:14 +0000

I have experinced the same thing. Today I decided to try to find out why. This is the closest I have come to even finding the same question. I have no idea why this happens. I’m glad I’m not alone. It’s so weird!

By: Crystal

Crystal — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:28:35 +0000

My friend and I have noticed the same thing. The nails smell like ammonia when you file them- but ONLY when you file them. I think it must happen to everyone… right? Or maybe we’re just odd ones.

By: gail

gail — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:55:47 +0000

All my nails smell like ammonia when filed, and have for years. Tonight is the first time I’ve tried to find out why. I never think of it when I go to the doctor. No luck so far with the internet for info, but I’m glad I’m not the only one!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:14:04 +0000

I’m no help about why that might be the case – but I have experienced the same thing. I file, they smell, the cat gets unusually interested, then I polish and the smell goes away. ?!

By: thebeautybrains

thebeautybrains — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 11:26:06 +0000

I suppose that’s possible but disulfide bonds are pretty strong and it wouldn’t seem like merely filing could cause a reaction. But maybe you’re on to something there.