Choosing a pheromone collar for cats

In an effort to provide their pet with everything they need, modern breeders are trying to get animals not only beautiful, but also functional products. One of these accessories for cats is a pheromone collar. Why such a thing is needed, and how to choose it correctly, we will look at this article.

The pheromone collar looks like a flea neck accessory. In fact, it is a thin elastic tape, providing for the adjustment of the length. The product can be painted in a different color, unlike other collars, its surface is covered with a special powder that activates hormones.

The pheromone collar is bought not only for adult cats, it is also suitable for use by kittens. This is a measure for the prevention of pet stress states, when in the house, in addition to him, another colleague of the same sex appears. The accessory helps to smooth the relationship between animals, its action is wider than that of analogs in the form of a spray or diffuser. This thing is safe for cats and humans, its effect lasts for a month.

As for more specifics, the pheromone collar is acquired for cats, in stressful situations due to:

• relocation;
• weaning the kitten from the mother;
• birth in the family of the baby;
• visits to the vet;
• noise in the house, thunderstorms, salute;
• repairs carried out by neighbors;
• inner pet loneliness;
• hormonal stress;
• the death of the host or beloved family member;
• bathing, which the cat is afraid of;
• therapeutic manipulations;
• exhibition events involving a large number of cats.

In addition, the pheromone collar is acquired for pets who are acutely reacting to the negative background prevailing in the house. After all, cats do not like conflicts and alienation. Also, the reason for the acquisition of the collar can be the stress of the animal, associated with long journeys and forced overexposure. Another cause for feline concern can be both a lack and an excess of attention from the household.

Symptoms of anxiety about a cat can be:

• causeless and frequent meowing;
• marking different places in the house;
• a frozen look;
• the desire to hide;
• lack of interest in communication;
• wild races and open malice.

Depending on the type of product, it may have a different flavor - for example, chamomile, lavender. Sometimes the smell may seem specific at first, someone smells like homemade cosmetics or even soap. Over time, the smell disappears, but because it does not interfere with any of the household, not annoying and pet. The very same collar does not limit the movement and sleep of your pet.

The release of synthetic pheromones begins immediately after putting the accessory on the pet's neck. Inhaling them, he calms down, because the scent resembles an animal smell, which the kitten feels, being next to his mother. A similar smell comes from a nursing cat. In the absence of lactation periods, a certain similarity of aroma emanates from its glands, located in the corners of the lips, as well as the gaps between the eyes and ears.

Activation of pheromones occurs during physical exposure, for example, with the active movement of a cat or tension. However, no matter how active it is, the cat will not be able to get an overdose of the soothing scent.For a pet, this fragrance speaks of some kind of protective aura or security, and therefore it can completely relax and calm down.

Neck accessories for cats have several merits:

• they are proven to be effective and relieve stress;
• They are made of thick rubber and supplied with a convenient clasp;
• they last for a month, during which time peace can become a habit;
• they can be used not only in the walls of the house, but also on long journeys;
• they are convenient to use, unlike the means of internal use;
• Pheromones are permanent, they do not need to be added.

In addition to the advantages, the collars for cats have disadvantages:

• some individuals have intolerances;
• the cost of the accessory may seem high to someone;
• it must be removed during the water treatment;
• It is not recommended to use the accessory in case of damage to the skin.

It is difficult for an ordinary person to understand which collar is better and how to choose the right option from the huge range on the market today. In this case, the buyer is often baffled as the choice of a particular brand, and the lack of knowledge of its official sales points. Someone gets soothing accessories for their pets online. Others prefer to shop in stores selling pet products.

Well proved such products as:

• Sentry Calming Collar;

• Relaxivet No Stress;

• Beaphar No Stress Collar;

• Felisept Home Comfort Beeztees.

Looking after the collar for your cat, you need to pay attention to the material, which should be dense. This tape is elastic and can stretch freely.. In addition, it will not suffer from the claws of the animal. Take accessories with a plastic buckle, and she herself should be light, but strong.

For the manufacture of these collars using synthetic pheromones, which are called "Felije". Chamomile or lavender essential oil is an additional impregnation. As a rule, the effect of the active substance lasts about a month, however, according to the manufacturers, other modifications have a longer soothing effect.

However, no matter how it sounds, the practice proves that after a month of using the collar, the effect of pheromones begins to weaken. And because it has to be replaced with new. Some customers purchase pheromone collars with a set that includes several tapes. In terms of efficiency, it is a bargain. However, this is not so simple: if an intolerance suddenly manifests itself in an animal, it will not be possible to return the goods back to the store, and the amount spent on the purchase will be lost.

When buying, you need to pay attention to the quality of the cut-off anti-stress rubber tape. Ideally, the corners should be rounded and flattened. Poor product will cause discomfort to the pet. As for the fastener, it is she who can cause the wool to tangle inside it.

You need to choose a product from a trusted manufacturer that already has a positive customer rating. The fact is that hastily purchased from a suspicious seller collar can cause inappropriate behavior of the cat. As practice shows, in some cases a strange reaction was observed when wearing a pheromone collar in cats. Animals became uncontrollable, their violent behavior began.

The rest of the buyers say that cats when wearing these collars do not look sluggish at all - they are active, but more balanced.Before buying, you can browse the customer reviews about a particular store, ask about the reaction of animals to the accessory, for how long it took.

Instructions for the use of pheromone collar for many manufacturers are the same. The cat can carry it from childhood, but before the kitten is 1 month old, you should not put on the item. Breeders believe that it is advisable not to wear an accessory on the kittens until they are 3 months old. The rest of the recommendations are standard.

• The collar can not be wetted, as the powder-catalyst is not moisture resistant.
• You should not wear an anti-stress collar during a street walk so that the animal does not get caught on anything and does not hurt.
• Do not overtighten the rubber band of the soothing collar around the pet's neck. Between the collar and the neck should be free to pass a finger.
• Excess length must be cut so that it does not interfere.

The video tells how the behavior of an absolutely wild cat has changed under the influence of the soothing collar Sentry Calming Collar.