Cat Anxiety & Calming Tablets
Cats are sensitive creatures, and stress can creep in from all sorts of everyday triggers, from fireworks and thunderstorms to travel, vet visits, a new home or a new pet. Our range of natural cat calming supplements and calming tablets is chemical-free and gently formulated to soothe anxiety and help maintain a balanced nervous system, without sedating your cat. You'll find calming tablets, drops, sprays and plug-in diffusers to suit different cats and situations, so you can help your stressed or anxious cat feel more settled and secure.
Stress and anxiety often show up physically too, so it's worth looking at the whole picture. Cats under stress can be prone to urinary and bladder flare-ups and digestive upsets, while older cats can become more anxious as they age. Supporting your cat's overall wellbeing helps too. If you're unsure where to start, our team is always happy to help, and it's worth checking with your vet before introducing anything new.
Cats are sensitive, routine-loving creatures, and even small changes to their world can leave them feeling stressed or anxious. Our range of natural cat calming supplements and tablets is chemical-free and gently formulated to help soothe anxiety and support a calm, balanced state, without sedating your cat or dulling their personality.
What causes stress and anxiety in cats?
Almost anything that disrupts a cat's sense of security can be a trigger:
- Loud noises such as fireworks and thunderstorms
- Travel, cattery stays and vet visits
- Moving home, building work or rearranged furniture
- A new pet, new baby or visitors
- Changes in routine, or being left alone
- Conflict with other cats, indoors or in the neighbourhood
Signs your cat may be stressed
Stress in cats is easy to miss, as it often shows up as a change in behaviour rather than obvious distress:
- Hiding more, or becoming withdrawn
- Toileting outside the litter tray, or spraying
- Over-grooming, sometimes to the point of bald patches
- Reduced appetite or changes in eating
- Increased aggression, clinginess or vocalising
- Tummy upsets or recurring bladder problems
Natural ways to calm an anxious cat
There's no one-size-fits-all, so it helps to match the product to your cat and the situation:
- Calming tablets and chews – with ingredients such as L-tryptophan, valerian and chamomile
- Drops and liquids – easy to add to food for daily or occasional support
- Sprays – for carriers, bedding and the car before stressful events
- Plug-in diffusers – to create a calming atmosphere at home
- Calming treats – a tasty way to settle your cat, found in our cat treats range
For a known stressful event, start a daily calming supplement a week or two beforehand where you can, as some work best built up over time.
Helping your cat feel secure
- Keep routines for feeding, play and quiet time as predictable as possible
- Provide hiding places and high perches where your cat can retreat
- Make sure there's a litter tray, water and bed away from busy areas
- Introduce new pets, people and changes slowly and positively
- Use plenty of gentle play to burn off nervous energy
The physical side of stress
Stress doesn't just affect mood; it can take a real toll on the body. Anxious cats are more prone to bladder and urinary flare-ups and digestive upsets, and older cats can grow more anxious with age. Supporting their overall wellbeing goes hand in hand with keeping them calm.
When to see your vet
Sudden behaviour changes can sometimes have a medical cause, including pain, so it's always worth a vet check if your cat's behaviour changes suddenly or markedly. For persistent or severe anxiety, your vet may also recommend a qualified behaviourist. As always, check with your vet before introducing anything new, especially if your cat is on medication.
