Feliway: help in correcting cat behavior

Cats have great difficulty withstanding a sudden change of environment, but sometimes there is no other choice and you have to disturb your pet by moving. In such cases, the drug Feliway comes to the rescue, helping the animal quickly adapt to its new home. The medication is effective and safe, but this product should be used only after reading the instructions.

• 2 When to use the product
• 3 How the drug works
• 4 Instructions for use

  4.1 Features of using the spray

• 4.2 Using a diffuser

general description

Feliway is available in two types: Classic and Friends. In both cases, it is a colorless liquid, but contains various pheromones and differs in purpose. Feliway Classic contains the facial pheromone of cats F3. When smelling it, the animal feels in its environment. Thanks to this, she does not show signs of anxiety and stress.

Feliway Friends is based on the synthetic pheromone F4, which is released by mother cats after giving birth. It helps establish bonds between her and the kittens. It acts in a similar way on adult pets. For humans, the liquid has no odor. The composition does not contain dangerous or toxic components that can have a negative effect on people or animals.

Feliway is available in several different versions:

• Set of diffuser and bottle with liquid. Reusable diffuser. Bottle capacity 48 ml.
• Bottle with liquid. The replacement bottle, like the container included, contains 48 ml of product.
• Spray. Pheromone in the form of a spray is packaged in 60 ml cans. (Friends is not available in this form).

Note! Feliway is not a medicinal product. If signs of stress do not go away when using a behavior corrector, you should definitely consult a doctor.

Features of the line of products with Feliway

Initially, the Feliway series was developed to correct the behavior of cats that mark their territory. These products are based on the pheromone of the same name, also known as F3, a synthesized analogue of the secretions of cat facial glands. The idea is this: cats rub their faces against people and furniture when they feel happy and calm. This is how they mark the space as comfortable and safe. Cats no longer use other types of markings, that is, urine, scratches and secretions of interdigital glands.

Subsequently, products containing Feliway began to be used to reduce general stress in pets.

Cats often rub their heads against people or other animals they like.

In case of hostility between animals, the Feliway Friends line is recommended - it contains the “peacekeeper pheromone” F4. This substance is secreted near the nipples of cats after giving birth. It calms kittens, gives them a feeling of comfort and at the same time promotes family bonding.

Products with pheromones are not a medicine; they are safe for kittens and old animals. People do not smell pheromones, and they do not affect humans in any way. Also, dogs do not react to feliway.

Products with pheromones do not eliminate unpleasant odors.

The developer of the classic Feliway line is the French company CEVA Sante Animale.

How it works

A peculiarity of the life of cats is that they secrete pheromones - special substances that help them feel comfortable in their familiar surroundings. Like people, animals are subject to stress. Cats are especially vulnerable and experience discomfort at the slightest change and also stop producing F3 facial pheromones. The arrival of guests, a trip to the veterinarian, moving, and even rearranging furniture can cause a decrease in the production of pheromones. Stress can appear in a variety of ways, from marking your territory with urine to scratching furniture, textiles and other things. In addition, the pet in such a situation feels uncomfortable, it can hide in secluded corners, show aggression towards its owners (for example, scratching), and eat poorly.

Regardless of what caused the behavioral disturbances, Feliway Classic helps the animal cope with a stressful situation. When a pet senses a pheromone (even a synthetic one), it becomes calm. He stops doing dirty tricks, marking territory and scratching. Thanks to the action of the product, behavior is restored, appetite is normalized, and peace and quiet comes in the house.

The synthetic pheromone gives a “signal” to the pet that there is no reason to worry, so the emotional state returns to normal, and the cat quickly and easily adapts to new conditions. Both animals and people feel comfortable. Using Feliway is an easy way to create a pleasant atmosphere in the house for your cat, even under stressful conditions.

The components of Feliway Friends act like natural pheromones. The cat secretes substances that create a favorable and friendly atmosphere. They help the animals get along with each other. As a result of the action of the synthetic substance, aggression between animals of any age is reduced. There is peace and quiet in the house.

Indications for use

The classic version is recommended to be used in the following cases:

• when visiting a veterinarian;
• during vaccinations and medical procedures;
• when participating in exhibitions, competitions and competitions;
• in group housing;
• when staying in a hotel for animals;
• when guests arrive or contact with strangers;
• with early separation of kittens from their mother;
• when moving;
• when rearranging furniture;
• when transported in a car or other type of transport;
• when a new member appears in the family (for example, the birth of a child);
• when temporarily living in a country house or other place.

Feliway should also be used in cases where the animal is overly aggressive or afraid and hides under sofas or other secluded places. It can be used effectively when a pet marks its territory with urine, damages things by scratching, or exhibits other symptoms of stress.

Feliway Friends is used when keeping several animals together if they show aggression towards each other. The product can also be used when a new pet appears in the house. Feliway Friends will help prevent clashes and hostility between pets.

Note! The product is harmless, so you can use it even without consulting a doctor. If the animal's condition does not stabilize after a while, do not delay going to the clinic, since aggression, excessive licking and other symptoms of stress can cause a serious illness.

Cost and analogues

Feliway based on pheromones will not be cheap for the animal owner. The average cost of a spray is 2000–2200 rubles, the price of a complete diffuser set is 2000 rubles, and a replacement bottle for it is 1700 rubles. There is no complete analogue of the drug Feliway, however, there are a number of products with a similar purpose, both with and without the addition of pheromones.

Table: analogues of the drug Feliway

How to use

The method of using Feliway depends on the form of release.

Diffuser + bottle

The principle of using a diffuser is very simple. All you need to do is plug it into an electrical outlet, and then it will work automatically. When the liquid evaporates, pheromones spread throughout the house and allow the animal to feel comfortable.

The instructions indicate how to use Feliway for cats. To do this you need to follow simple steps:

1. Unscrew the cap from the bottle.
2. Insert the bottle into the diffuser and twist it until you feel slight resistance.
3. Plug the device into an electrical outlet.

You should not use sockets located in hard-to-reach places, as well as behind cabinets, curtains, or doors. The diffuser should be constantly on from the moment you notice signs of anxiety in the animal or the cat has suffered stress. One bottle lasts for 4 weeks. Replace it with a new bottle as needed. To do this, unscrew the empty container and screw a new, full bottle in its place. The diffuser is designed to cover an area of ​​50-70 square meters.

Since Feliway Friends is sold as a diffuser + bottle set, it is used in the same way. You just need to plug it into an outlet in the room where most of the animals are. The liquid from the bottle lasts for 4 weeks. Applies to an area of ​​50-70 squares. If there is excessive aggression, you can turn on diffusers in different rooms.

Note! If you constantly use Feliway, change the diffuser every six months.

Spray

Behavior corrector in the form of a spray is usually used when urine marking, travel, or a visit to the veterinarian. In order for the animal to stop marking its territory and urinating on the floor or furniture, it is necessary to first localize the crime scenes, that is, clean the surface of urine, and then treat it with a spray, spraying it at a short distance. You can treat scratched areas in the same way. It is advisable to place the animal in another room during treatment, and start it only after 10-15 minutes.

It is also recommended to spray the carrier if you plan to go to the veterinarian, to the country house or other place. You can also use the liquid when moving to a new home. First you need to treat the entrance doors, and then a few more places inside the room, so that the pet does not experience stress due to being in new conditions.

Release forms

There are three types of pheromone products:

• Feliway diffuser;
• Feliway spray;
• collar with pheromones.

Feliway diffuser

Diffuser composition:

• 2% pheromone F3;
• filler.

The diffuser is made of non-flammable materials that meet IEC, EN, UL safety standards. Plastic is recyclable.

Bottles are available in volumes of 24 and 48 ml, they last for 1 and 2 months, respectively. Then, if necessary, they need to be changed. With intensive use, the diffuser itself is changed every six months.

The standard kit includes a diffuser and a removable bottle

The product begins to act in about a day. If your cat needs to be calmed in advance (before a party, a new pet, etc.), it is best to turn on the diffuser 2-4 days before the event.

When purchasing, check that the wick touches the top plate and almost reaches the bottom. Before use, make sure the plug matches the outlet. As a rule, diffusers are manufactured for each country with the appropriate technical characteristics. A device purchased in the USA cannot be used in Europe due to voltage differences.

The device cannot be used with voltage converters and adapters. Do not screw the bottle into other diffusers, such as air fresheners.

To start using:

1. Remove the cap from the bottle and screw it into the diffuser until you feel a slight resistance.
2. Plug the device into an outlet in the room where the cat spends most of its time, or where it does mischief, such as sharpening its claws on furniture. The correct operation of the device is indicated by a burning orange indicator.
3. Do not turn on the diffuser in hard-to-reach places - for example, under the bed or behind the door: during operation, the device evaporates a pheromone, which rises with the flow of warm air and should be evenly dispersed in the room. If at the same time it encounters an obstacle (for example, a table top), it will settle as a stain on it, and the effectiveness of the drug will sharply decrease.
4. The coverage area of ​​the device is 50–70 m2. Continuous operation for at least a month is recommended.

Evaporation rates may differ from standard due to room temperature and air flow direction. It is advisable to keep the windows closed, otherwise the pheromones will evaporate too quickly. When the liquid at the bottom no longer touches the wick, the bottle needs to be replaced.

The device can be used in the same room as the air conditioner, but away from it.

Diffuser reviews

The first obvious sign of stress in the new place was that the cat began to scratch the wallpaper and doors, not sharpening its claws (he knows his scratching post well), but rather leaving scratches and snags on the wallpaper. Then he started meowing at the door at night (even though he used to sleep peacefully at night). Well, the third sign was a deteriorated appearance: the fur lost its shine, became a little matted, the animal looked dull and sad. […] But our cat, an hour after turning on Feliway, suddenly began to purr, began to rub his face against the corners and stretched out on the floor, began to roll around and bask. The scratching and night meowing stopped that same day - the cat slept peacefully all night. “Feliway” really helped the cat adapt to his new place of residence without worries and stress.

tigrashka85

https://otzovik.com/review_1628691.html

The Maine Coon made puddles and continues to do so. Just as she was a coward, she still is. The cats quarreled and continue to quarrel. So Feliway didn’t help us, or rather, they didn’t.

Raquel

https://otzovik.com/review_5664372.html

Video: review of the Feliway diffuser

Feliway spray

Spray composition:

• 10% pheromone F3;
• 90% ethanol.

Available in volumes of 20, 60 and 219 ml.

Before applying the spray, surfaces should not be cleaned with bleach and other chemicals with a strong odor - they will reduce the effectiveness of the product. If you need to eliminate urine odor, use an alcohol solution or non-biological laundry detergent.

Before use, the bottle should be warmed to room temperature if necessary, then shaken several times.

To relieve stress, apply the spray to those areas of the apartment where your pet likes to be. If you need to correct undesirable behavior, spray those places that the cat should not harm: for example, if we are talking about the habit of sharpening its claws on furniture, you should spray the sofa, not the scratching post.

The spray is applied to those places that need to be protected from marking with urine or scratches.

The spray is sprayed at a distance of about 20 cm from the floor and 10 cm from furniture and other objects. There is no need to be overzealous - to spray one place or section of the floor, press the spray head once. In total, an object with a large area, for example, a sofa, should require 8–10 clicks, and a carrying item should require 1–3.

The cat can be allowed into the treated room after 15 minutes, when the alcohol has dissipated - its smell is unpleasant for most animals. For the same reason, it is strictly forbidden to spray the pet itself.

To consolidate the result, each area is sprayed 1-2 times a day for a month. There is no longer any need to spray an object that the cat itself has begun to rub its muzzle on - the natural secretions of the glands will then come into play.

To protect things from urine marks or scratches, a spray works best - using a diffuser or collar does not accentuate the difference on individual pieces of furniture.

If we are talking about calming an animal, the effect becomes noticeable almost immediately and lasts on average 4–5 hours.

If the remedy is used to correct incorrect behavior, the first results appear on average within a week: the exact period depends on the initial situation and the sensitivity of the animal. If after some time the cat returns to its previous behavior, spraying is repeated every 3-4 days.

To reduce tension between animals, it is advisable to use the spray 2 times a day for 45 days.

On a long journey, the carrier is sprayed every 4-5 hours, but during this time the cat needs to be seated for about 15 minutes so that the alcohol disappears. The product does not help with motion sickness!

The spray does not stain most fabrics and wallpaper, but before the main application, just in case, test it on an inconspicuous area.

Reviews of the spray

I can say with confidence that the drug works. In difficult cases, the effect appears on the third day. In less complex cases, it is noticeable within half an hour. In my practice of using Feliway, I have never had any punctures. We “water” our veterinarian with a spray, then we go to drink tea, the cat, aggressive and distrustful, comes to the veterinarian’s arms.

Lyucia Lu

https://otzovik.com/review_5134669.html

I bought it in the form of a spray, for spraying into a carrier. I tried it for the first time when I was going to the veterinarian. I didn't notice any effect. The cat was stressed all the way, his heart was racing wildly, he was breathing quickly, like a dog with his tongue hanging out. I decided that I did not spray enough. For the second time I was going to take my cat to the club to do a pedigree. I sprayed Feliway into the carrier 4 times. Although 1-2 sprays are enough, that’s what the breeder told me. And again the effect is zero. The cat screamed heart-rendingly in the car in the carrier, gnawing on it, trying to get out.

Kotomama

https://otzovik.com/review_3546191.html

Collar with pheromones

In addition to the diffuser and spray offered by CEVA, some companies use pheromones to impregnate collars. They are especially convenient on the road and on the road, for example at an exhibition or in a veterinary clinic. The most popular model is Sentry Calming Collar for cats and kittens. Manufacturer: Sergeant's Pet Care Products, USA.

Collars are very convenient for travel

Impregnation contains:

• 6% pheromone analogue F4;
• lavender and chamomile flavors;
• neutral substances.

The length of the strap is 38 cm, the excess is cut off. The collar should fit loosely and have an allowance of 5–7 cm.

Before bathing, it is recommended to remove it over the animal’s head and return it to its place after the fur has dried. After contact with the collar, you should wash your hands.

The collar should not be used on cats with skin diseases or damage!

After opening the package, pheromones are released for 30 days. If the collar is not needed every day, store it in a sealed bag between uses - this helps to extend its validity.

My friends use this collar for one of their cats during exhibitions. According to them, the contrast was most noticeable between the first trip without a collar, when the pet was very nervous and almost disrupted the inspection by the judges, and the second, this time with the accessory - the cat endured it much more calmly, although not without occasional bouts of fear. Later, he began to get used to exhibitions on his own, so lately he has been enduring them more and more calmly. Nevertheless, the collar continues to be used just in case.

According to reviews from some owners, collars that reach the end of their shelf life acquire a heavy and unpleasant odor for people, and in addition, powder begins to fall off of them abundantly.

Some cats react very nervously to the very fact of having a collar and constantly try to rip it off. Before buying this accessory, conduct an experiment by tying a homemade strap from improvised materials around your cat’s neck. If the animal has a clearly aggressive or panicky reaction, it is not worth taking risks with the purchase.

For many cats, wearing any kind of collar can be unpleasant.

Reviews about the collar

We have several cats. And conflicts began to arise between the old-timer and the newcomer, which became difficult to cope with. We started looking for a solution to the problem. It was decided to try behavior corrector collars. […] I note that the clasp on the collar is made in such a way that it can be easily adjusted to the desired size and the excess can be trimmed. The clasp is comfortable and with a strong tug the collar will come unfastened, this is very good in terms of safety, the cat will not hang on the collar and cannot die. Initially there is a strong odor from the collar. This scent reminds me a lot of Nivea cream, too strong I would say! It didn't fade right away. Hestia, one of the cats, reacted quite calmly to the collar, Freni, the second cat, did not lose hopes of chewing it off and tearing it off. The first day went like this: we put it on in the evening, in the morning there was a small skirmish, but not critical. No more conflicts arose. The pheromones in the collar last for a month, the results are visible within a day. Stress, nervousness - with the collar the situation returned to normal. The only thing is that the strong smell didn’t give me peace for the first few days; it seems to me that the cats weren’t even that worried about it. Well, in my opinion, it is a very strong smell. Then it faded and became barely noticeable. We were pleased with the purchase. Helped in resolving cat conflicts!

eyeseyes

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We have had a 12-year-old cat and a 6-year-old cat (both sterile) living at home for a long time. They received the new resident without enthusiasm, but did not attack either, they hissed for a week and began to avoid her. But the new resident (a cat, about two years old), having gotten used to it, began to attack them, block access to the rooms, to the trays, caught up with them and beat them. I decided to buy two collars at once, although the price in our city is steep (920 rubles/piece). I decided not to experiment on an elderly cat, because he has asthma. Dressed for two female cats. So the new one didn’t even notice it, she calmly began to flaunt it, but our cat was very reluctant, she was very stressed (being stressed from a calming collar is very strange, but that’s how it happened in her case), she sat still, then backed away , stumbled, cried. In general, we did not torture her and removed it. The new cat has been wearing it for two weeks now. The first three days - no changes, I was already upset. But after three days, the cat became more friendly towards its old-time neighbors, the aggression went away with the waving of its paws and claws. She continues to block them, but does not attack, she simply hypnotizes them, and then they run away from her. Several times we all sat quietly and slept next to each other. It seemed to me that the collar was still working.

Irina Rybalchenko

https://irecommend.ru/content/neplokho-no-est-individualnye-osobennosti

Advantages and disadvantages

Feliway for cats is more convenient to use than collars with pheromones. They can cause discomfort to the pet, and he will try to remove them. When using Feliway, such problems will not arise. You just need to plug in the diffuser or spray the spray. Other benefits include the following:

• does not contain narcotic or toxic substances;
• odorless to humans;
• has no contraindications and can be used for cats of any breed and age;
• does not cause side effects;
• works effectively;
• can be used in various situations (when moving, excessive aggressiveness, stress);
• The bottle lasts for 4 weeks of continuous use.

Adverse reactions and contraindications

Pheromones can be used to treat cats of any age. This product has no contraindications. There are also no adverse reactions during use of the drug. However, if the cat’s behavior when using a spray or diffuser becomes restless, and the symptoms of stress intensify, then it is better to abandon this method.

Feliway has economical packaging. Although the drug is expensive, the daily consumption of the drug is insignificant. You can purchase pheromones at a veterinary pharmacy for about 2,000 rubles.

Owner reviews

Svetlana, owner of 2 Siamese cats:

“I found out about Felivey by chance. For us he became a salvation. When we went to the exhibition, two cats suffered extreme stress and it was impossible to calm them down. Until my neighbor in the tent handed me a bottle of this product. I treated the area around and within half an hour the animals were sleeping peacefully. At home, I sometimes use the product through a diffuser.”

Oksana, owner of a 4-year-old cat:

“My cat cannot be left alone in the room; he immediately starts scratching the door. I read on the Internet about a special behavior corrector. I decided to buy it and try it. There was no reaction. Money, a lot of money, was thrown away.”

Galina, owner of a 5-year-old Maine Coon:

“Due to life circumstances, we had to move to a rented apartment. This was a real test for the cat. After moving into the apartment, he began scratching the wallpaper and doors. The sedative drops the vet prescribed did not help. A friend recommended Feliway. Already after switching on, it began to act. After a couple of days, the cat’s behavior returned to normal. The product is very expensive and difficult to find in our city; I had to visit almost all veterinary pharmacies.”

Andrey, owner of the red cat:

“We bought Feliway Friends when our cat Bars got into a big fight with two other cats. When using pheromones, I became calmer, but did not stop fighting completely, so I did not buy it again. It’s an expensive and ineffective product, and it’s also hard to find in pharmacies.”

Reviews from veterinarians

Margarita, veterinarian with 11 years of experience:

“I’m not very familiar with Feliway products. I heard both positive and negative feedback from clients and colleagues (does not work). In my practice, when animals are stressed, I prescribe sedative herbal preparations. Now there is a large selection, so it’s easy to choose one that suits your pet’s needs.”

Cats have an instinctive need to designate the territory that belongs to them. They do this both with the help of claws and with the help of pheromones (substances of natural origin that help them feel safe, easily adapt to any changes and perfectly navigate the terrain). The artificially created pheromone Feliway for cats has a similar effect. It will be discussed in more detail in this article.

Review of Feliway pheromone for cats

Pheromone is a product of the external secretion of cat facial glands, ensuring relationships between individuals of its species.

If a pet rubs its muzzle against objects that surround it or against its owners, then in this way it marks its property. In addition, with the help of pheromones, cats identify a stranger who has appeared in their group.

Cats like to rub against corners in the house, as well as various objects in it, and leave their pheromone there. But if they mark some objects with their urine, then they will never rub their muzzle against them again. This is the behavior of the cat that the producers of Feliway laid the foundation for. This drug contains an artificially synthesized pheromone from cat facial glands, so Feliway helps to correct the behavior of your pet at home.

When using Feliway cats:

• stop marking their territory with claw scratches and urine;
• get used to new living conditions in a short time;
• cope with stress arising from moving to a new place;
• They get along better with other animals living in the apartment.

Mechanism of action

Feliway belongs to the category of sedatives for cats; it allows you to create a comfortable atmosphere for the animal even under stressful events. The basis of this effect is the action of the pheromone in the animal’s facial glands, which it uses to delineate its own territory. That is, the drug applied in a new place will be able to deceive the cat, convincing it on a physiological level that it has already been here and can feel protected and safe. Thus, the pet does not need to go through a long period of adaptation, examine the new territory, or wipe objects with its muzzle.

Pheromones are volatile substances used by representatives of the animal world to communicate. They are distinguished by different parts of the cat's body: the facial part, paw pads, chest area, perianal and urogenital zones - and serve to solve various problems.

An additional benefit of treatment with a facial pheromone preparation is the prevention of territory marking. The animal has no desire to mark a new area. Thanks to the action of the product, the cat does not experience anxiety and can quickly adapt to changing environmental conditions.

One of the varieties of the drug - Feliway Friends - is based on an analogue of another pheromone - what a cat secretes after giving birth to establish a connection with the offspring. Adult animals also react to this substance, becoming friendlier and calmer when meeting other pets or when weaning them early.

Indications for use

As you know, stress impairs the production of pheromones, therefore, if a cat becomes nervous, it will not create a comfortable environment for itself in a short time.

Feliway is recommended for use for:

• moving to a new place of residence;
• traveling even short distances, for example, to a veterinary clinic;
• the appearance of a new pet in the apartment or keeping a group of several pets in it;
• purchasing new furniture or carrying out repairs;
• separating kittens from cats at an early age;
• trips to an animal exhibition;
• coming to the house of people with whom the pet is not yet familiar.

In addition, Feliway for cats is recommended for use in cases of the following stress symptoms manifested in behavior:

• the emergence of fear;
• aggression that is not justified;
• trying to hide under the sofa, in a corner, or other secluded places.

Use in pregnant cats and kittens

The drug can be used to correct behavior in pregnant females and kittens, since the active component does not have a negative effect on the body. However, it should be understood that it is advisable to use such a remedy only in the absence of other diseases that could provoke stress.

Feliway can be used to correct the behavior of kittens

Attention! The spray should never be sprayed onto the cat's fur. In addition, the product should not be licked off, otherwise there is a high risk of side effects.

In what cases can Feliway Multicat not help?

Feliway Multicat is designed to eliminate tension and conflicts between several cats living in an apartment.

And if the pet is aggressive towards humans, then this remedy will be useless, and its owner will have to seek help from a veterinarian or a specialist who corrects the behavior of pets.

Instructions for use

Feliway itself is an absolutely transparent liquid, odorless and colorless. The product has no narcotic properties, it is not toxic and does not have any effect on people’s well-being. This is not a cure.

Feliway is produced in the form:

• Diffuser. The bottle contains 48 ml of the drug, and a fumigator is included.
• Spray. The canister contains 60 ml of the drug.

But each form has its own method of application.

Diffuser Feliway

The fumigator with a bottle containing the drug screwed into it is inserted into the socket. Just it should not be in a closed or hard-to-reach place.

When the diffuser heats up, the substance will begin to evaporate from it and spread throughout the room in the form of steam. The bottle lasts for about a month, and one diffuser can cover an area of ​​50-70 m2.

The fumigator included in the kit can only be used for Feliway pheromone. You cannot use a bottle of product without a diffuser. It is recommended to place it in the room where the cat marks most often.

The shelf life of the pheromone is 4 years, and it should be stored at room temperature in a dark and dry place, out of reach of children, away from food.

How to choose the right place to turn on the Feliway diffuser

The diffuser should be turned on in the room where the pet(s) spend most of their time, or where they scratch walls and furniture and urinate on objects. If the house is large or consists of several floors, and cats mark more than one room, then you should purchase diffusers, having previously calculated the area subject to damage (one, as mentioned above, is capable of treating 50-70 m2).

Spray application

In order for the positive effect to appear quickly and in full force after using this drug, it should be used according to the instructions. Feliway spray for cats should be sprayed at a distance of 10 centimeters from the object. The height of its application should be 20 centimeters from the floor. By the way, it was not chosen by chance. It is at this height that the animal’s nose is usually located.

The instructions recommend applying Feliway for cats no more than 2 times daily. And so on for a month. If your cat begins to rub its face against an object, you should stop spraying it. Before spraying the spray, the animal should be removed from the premises. You can let in no earlier than 15 minutes after completion of the procedure.

Please note that only objects should be sprayed. The spray should not be applied to the cat itself. Feliway should be sprayed in small quantities. Just one click will be enough. Before use, the bottle must be warmed to room temperature and then shaken several times. It is recommended to apply the spray primarily to door jambs and corners of furniture. After all, cats mark them most often.

If there are electrical appliances in the room, they should be turned off and allowed to cool. You need to make sure they are completely dry before turning them on.

As observations show, you can notice the first positive results about a week after starting to use Feliway. After you start using this drug, you must remember to observe the cat’s behavior. If you stop applying the spray and after some time your pet again begins to mark the room, as well as furniture with urine, scratches, etc., you should start using it again.

Veterinarian's opinion

Konstantin Semenovich

I think Feliway is an excellent tool for normalizing the behavior of pets in various stressful situations - during trips, exhibitions or the appearance of strangers in the apartment. You can safely use even a spray, even a diffuser, even a collar - all products of this brand are absolutely safe for the health of the animal. When using these remedies, the cat’s emotional state quickly returns to normal, its appetite and desire to play returns. As a specialist, I recommend using Feliway.

Spray properties

Feliway for cats is very popular. After all, it can quickly and effectively calm your pet and normalize the functioning of the cardiovascular and nervous systems. It perfectly suppresses the feeling of fear in a cat. It has an antispasmodic and sedative effect.

Thanks to the presence of a synthetic analogue of the pheromone of the cat’s facial glands, it calms the animal. It stabilizes the emotional state, reduces or stops stressful behavior. The drug "Feliway" is completely safe for cats; owners do not need to fear for the health of their pet.

Feedback from cat owners

Dear readers, your opinion is very important to us - therefore, we will be glad to receive reviews about the Feliway cat pheromone in the comments, they will be useful to other users!

Oksana

Six months ago, my cat and I moved from one rented apartment to another - a room with a shared kitchen. There was already a woman living there who also had a cat. And our furry pets did not immediately find a common language - they screamed, fought, scratched furniture and walls. There was no rest from them either day or night. My neighbor and I were completely exhausted and began to try various sedatives for cats in order to somehow solve our common problem. Finally, we consulted a veterinarian, and he suggested we try the Feliway diffuser. The principle of operation is similar to a mosquito fumigator. After a couple of weeks, our cats calmed down, and we began to get enough sleep at night.

Catherine

I heard about Felivey from a doctor at a veterinary clinic. He spoke very highly of this pheromone, and then I also read reviews on the Internet - they were divided into positive and negative. But I decided to try it anyway, since my cat and I were about to move to a new apartment and I really didn’t want him to start tearing up the wallpaper and furniture and marking all the corners. I went there a few days before moving and turned on the diffusers. When we moved, the cat walked and sniffed all the corners and objects, but did not mark. In general, he behaved surprisingly calmly and did not experience stress. I immediately felt better, as I was very afraid of possible troubles associated with the move. But Feliway did not disappoint and completed the task with a bang.