Cat Calming

Cats are sensitive, routine-loving creatures, and almost anything that unsettles their world , a loud noise, a house move, a new arrival or an unexpected change , can leave them feeling stressed and anxious. Our full range of natural cat calming products is chemical-free and designed to help your cat feel calmer, safer and more settled, whatever the trigger and whatever format suits them best.

Recognising stress in cats

Cats don't always show stress obviously. Signs can be subtle and are easy to attribute to something else:

• Hiding, or becoming unusually withdrawn or clingy
• Toileting outside the litter tray or spraying
• Over-grooming, sometimes to the point of bald patches
• Changes in appetite or drinking
• Increased aggression, vocalising or restlessness
• Recurring bladder flare-ups or tummy upsets

The full cat calming toolkit

No single product works for every cat or every situation. The most effective approach often combines a product suited to the trigger with changes to the environment:

• Calming sprays – spritz on bedding, carriers and the car before a stressful event; fast-acting and easy to use
• Plug-in diffusers – release calming signals continuously into the home, ideal for ongoing or environmental stress
• Calming collars – worn by your cat for long-lasting, on-the-go support
• Calming supplements and tablets – for deeper, ongoing support; explore our dedicated calming tablets and anxiety supplements range
• Calming treats – a tasty, easy way to give a gentle calming boost; find them in our cat treats range

Matching the product to the situation

For a one-off event like a firework night, vet visit or car journey, a spray on the carrier or bedding used an hour beforehand is a great starting point. For ongoing anxiety , a new pet in the home, building works or a move , a diffuser running in the rooms your cat uses most, combined with a daily calming supplement, tends to work better. For the most sensitive cats, layering formats (a diffuser plus a supplement, for example) can give extra support.

Helping your cat feel secure at home

• Keep feeding times, play and rest as consistent and predictable as possible
• Provide safe hiding spots and high perches your cat can retreat to
• Give each cat their own resources (bed, tray, bowl) in multi-cat households
• Use gentle interactive play to burn off nervous energy , toys and regular playtime make a real difference
• Introduce any changes , new pets, new people, new furniture , slowly and gradually

Stress and your cat's physical health

Stress doesn't only affect mood. Anxious cats are significantly more prone to stress-related bladder and urinary problems and digestive upsets, so calming support and targeted physical support often go hand in hand. If your cat has recurring issues in either area, looking at their stress levels is always worth doing alongside any other treatment.

When to see your vet

If your cat's stress or behaviour changes suddenly, always have a vet check to rule out pain or an underlying medical cause, as sudden behavioural changes are sometimes a sign that something physical is going on. For persistent or severe anxiety, your vet may also recommend a certified animal behaviourist. As always, check with your vet before introducing anything new.