4 Scents to help your cat calm down

Cats are good at hiding their feelings, but if they’re stressed, you might see changes in their actions.

Things like drooling, crying, urinating in the wrong places, and hiding are typical signs of a worried or scared cat.

If you want to find a natural way to help your cat feel better, calming scents could be a choice.

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1. Your scent

Studies show your specific smell might comfort your cat. Cats, like dogs and kids, can form strong bonds with their owners.

When stressed, being near you helps them feel more relaxed.

Surprisingly, research has varied results about items like your clothes.

Leaving your shirt with your cat when you’re away might or might not help calm them down.

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2. Catnip

Catnip isn’t the best way to calm all cats because not all cats respond to it.

While most cats get super excited with this herb, some can become sleepy and mellow.

Catnip’s effects are temporary, usually lasting around 30 minutes.

After the initial excitement, many cats become calm and sit still as the effects wear off.

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3. Frankincense

The scent comes from a tree called “Frankincense.”

It’s used as an herbal remedy for various conditions and to improve health.

People think the smell brings relaxation and peace to many creatures, including cats. It could be helpful when cats face changes in their routine.

Frankincense is often in the form of essential oil.

To make sure it’s safe for your cat, consult your vet about the best way to introduce this scent.

4. Cat Pheromones

Cats release scents from glands on their bodies. These scents help them talk to other cats and even themselves.

Synthetic pheromones like Feliway try to send “happy” messages to your cat using the scents connected to comfort and safety.

You can find Feliway in diffusers and sprays.

These pheromones only affect cats and won’t do anything to humans or other pets.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence