Satchu says that pheromones, rosemary, chamomile, and tryptophan are some of the top ingredients to look for, but other products contain additional calming aids like passionflower, colostrum, L-theanine, and jasmine.
Some cats will be annoyed just by having a collar on and that will defeat the purpose.”Īnother big factor is the ingredients. But if you want an expert opinion, Satchu says, “I have confidence in the abilities of the Feliway plug-ins and sprays, but have heard mixed reviews from cat parents that have tried the collars and treats. You know your cat best, so the best one for you may not be the best for someone else. There are four major types: treats, collars, sprays, and plug-ins. One of the major things to consider when choosing the best calming aid for your cat is the delivery method. What to Look for in Calming Aids in Cats Delivery Method
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The Feliway Diffuser ( view at Chewy) is a highly-recommended pick from veterinarians and cat owners with personal experience, but if you need something more portable for travel the Feliway Travel Calming Wipes ( view at Chewy) may be a better choice for you. Keep in mind that no product is effective with 100 percent of cats, so it may take trying out a few different options to help your cat feel more relaxed.īelow, you'll find the best calming aids for cats. She’s partial to Feliway products, but there are other options that cat parents have also used with some success. So, what should you look for? The best calming aids contain pheromones, rosemary, chamomile, and/or tryptophan, says Satchu. “Treats use a blend of calming and relaxing herbs, similar to how some teas work for people.” “Sprays and plug-ins work by releasing calming pheromones into the air that are calming and help kitty relax,” explains Satchu. Zay Satchu, DVM, co-founder and Chief Veterinary Officer of Bond Vet, there are several different types of products marketed to help relieve stress and anxiety in cats, including treats, collars, sprays and plug-ins.
While the best thing to do is keep your cat’s environment as stress-free as possible, calming aids for cats can also help when unavoidable changes are happening in their environment.Īccording to Dr. Boredom, overstimulation (too much noise and/or excessive touching), and changes in their environment can easily set them off. Just like people, cats can get stressed out from time to time.
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