Feliway has a calming effect on stressed cats. It imitates a cat’s natural facial pheromone, which is produced in a gland on the chin. Calm, confident cats use this pheromone to mark people, objects and rooms that they trust. In this invisible and odourless way, cats mark the areas in which they feel safe and secure.

Stressed cats don’t produce these pheromones and, as a result, feel uncomfortable Feliway can be used to break this cycle and help your cat feel more at ease.

What does Feliway do for cats?

Stressed cats don’t produce these pheromones and, as a result, feel uncomfortable Feliway can be used to break this cycle and help your cat feel more at ease.

Can Feliway prevent cats from fighting?

The calming effect of Feliway can make cats more accepting of other felines. The pheromones suggest to the cats that they are in a safe environment. This relaxes them and can reduce aggressive behavior that leads to territorial fights. Therefore, Feliway can support the peaceful acclimation and integration of cats.

Can Feliway prevent cats from fighting?

What problems can Feliway help cats with?

Cats demonstrate behaviours for many different reasons. Consult unusual behaviour, such as frequent urination outside the litter box, with your vet. If the behaviour is being caused by stress, Feliway can help reduce it. The following list contains examples of behaviour to look out for:

Cat marks its territory by urinating
Cat lacks cleanliness and refuses to use the litter box.
Restlessness due to being in heat
Anxiety e.g. if its carer is away
Aggressive behaviour towards other cats
Cat scratches furniture and curtains

The pheromones in Feliway can also be used preventively. If you already know that a stressful situation is approaching for your cat, you can apply Feliway shortly before. For example:

during transportation
during vet visits
during a house move
during a rearrangement of the apartment
when introducing another cat
during overnight stays in a different environment
during New Year’s Eve

What problems can Feliway help cats with?

Cat marks its territory by urinating
Cat lacks cleanliness and refuses to use the litter box.
Restlessness due to being in heat
Anxiety e.g. if its carer is away
Aggressive behaviour towards other cats
Cat scratches furniture and curtains

The pheromones in Feliway can also be used preventively. If you already know that a stressful situation is approaching for your cat, you can apply Feliway shortly before. For example:

during transportation
during vet visits
during a house move
during a rearrangement of the apartment
when introducing another cat
during overnight stays in a different environment
during New Year’s Eve

What can I do to help my cat feel comfortable at home?

Feliway contains pheromones that boost a cat’s well-being. But there are lots of other things you can do to make your cat feel more comfortable at home. Along with the basic equipment for cats, you can get more cat accessories:

Cat dens and cat houses: concealed retreats for cats, offering comfort when your pet wants to relax.
Cat trees and scratching posts: allow cats to act on their natural desire to scratch while keeping your furniture free from damage.
Cat toys: keep your cat occupied and help it burn excess energy.
Litter box with cover: some cats prefer these as they offer more privacy.

What can I do to help my cat feel comfortable at home?

Cat dens and cat houses: concealed retreats for cats, offering comfort when your pet wants to relax.
Cat trees and scratching posts: allow cats to act on their natural desire to scratch while keeping your furniture free from damage.
Cat toys: keep your cat occupied and help it burn excess energy.
Litter box with cover: some cats prefer these as they offer more privacy.

Which Feliway product is the right one for my cat?

Which Feliway product is the right one depends primarily on the intended use. Here is an overview of which product suits which situation and how to use it best:

Situation/behaviour	Marking
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Apply the diffuser near the most affected areas for at least one month. You can enhance the effect by additionally using the Feliway spray.
Situation/behaviour	Fighting
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Apply the diffuser for at least one month, preferably before the introduction of a new cat. To bring calm to a multi-cat household, you can also use Feliway permanently.
Situation/behaviour	Scratching
Recommended product	Feliway spray
Use	Apply the spray to the most frequently scratched areas at least once a day for one month.
Situation/behaviour	Change of environment
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Start using at least one day before a planned change, for example moving furniture. Continue using Feliway for at least one more month to ensure that your cat has enough time to acclimate to the change.
Situation/behaviour	Events with high level of stress
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Plug the diffuser into the socket at least one day before the event, for example New Year’s Eve or during parties. Continue using the diffuser for several days afterward.
Situation/behaviour	Transport
Recommended product	Feliway spray
Use	Spray into the travel carrier a few minutes before the trip. For longer journeys, you can take the spray with you and reapply it approximately every four hours.

Situation/behaviour	Recommended product	Use
Marking	Feliway diffuser	Apply the diffuser near the most affected areas for at least one month. You can enhance the effect by additionally using the Feliway spray.
Fighting	Feliway diffuser	Apply the diffuser for at least one month, preferably before the introduction of a new cat. To bring calm to a multi-cat household, you can also use Feliway permanently.
Scratching	Feliway spray	Apply the spray to the most frequently scratched areas at least once a day for one month.
Change of environment	Feliway diffuser	Start using at least one day before a planned change, for example moving furniture. Continue using Feliway for at least one more month to ensure that your cat has enough time to acclimate to the change.
Events with high level of stress	Feliway diffuser	Plug the diffuser into the socket at least one day before the event, for example New Year’s Eve or during parties. Continue using the diffuser for several days afterward.
Transport	Feliway spray	Spray into the travel carrier a few minutes before the trip. For longer journeys, you can take the spray with you and reapply it approximately every four hours.

Which Feliway product is the right one for my cat?

Which Feliway product is the right one depends primarily on the intended use. Here is an overview of which product suits which situation and how to use it best:

Situation/behaviour	Marking
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Apply the diffuser near the most affected areas for at least one month. You can enhance the effect by additionally using the Feliway spray.
Situation/behaviour	Fighting
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Apply the diffuser for at least one month, preferably before the introduction of a new cat. To bring calm to a multi-cat household, you can also use Feliway permanently.
Situation/behaviour	Scratching
Recommended product	Feliway spray
Use	Apply the spray to the most frequently scratched areas at least once a day for one month.
Situation/behaviour	Change of environment
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Start using at least one day before a planned change, for example moving furniture. Continue using Feliway for at least one more month to ensure that your cat has enough time to acclimate to the change.
Situation/behaviour	Events with high level of stress
Recommended product	Feliway diffuser
Use	Plug the diffuser into the socket at least one day before the event, for example New Year’s Eve or during parties. Continue using the diffuser for several days afterward.
Situation/behaviour	Transport
Recommended product	Feliway spray
Use	Spray into the travel carrier a few minutes before the trip. For longer journeys, you can take the spray with you and reapply it approximately every four hours.

Situation/behaviour	Recommended product	Use
Marking	Feliway diffuser	Apply the diffuser near the most affected areas for at least one month. You can enhance the effect by additionally using the Feliway spray.
Fighting	Feliway diffuser	Apply the diffuser for at least one month, preferably before the introduction of a new cat. To bring calm to a multi-cat household, you can also use Feliway permanently.
Scratching	Feliway spray	Apply the spray to the most frequently scratched areas at least once a day for one month.
Change of environment	Feliway diffuser	Start using at least one day before a planned change, for example moving furniture. Continue using Feliway for at least one more month to ensure that your cat has enough time to acclimate to the change.
Events with high level of stress	Feliway diffuser	Plug the diffuser into the socket at least one day before the event, for example New Year’s Eve or during parties. Continue using the diffuser for several days afterward.
Transport	Feliway spray	Spray into the travel carrier a few minutes before the trip. For longer journeys, you can take the spray with you and reapply it approximately every four hours.

Where is the best place to plug in the Feliway diffuser?

Place the diffuser wherever your cat spends the most time or where it demonstrated the most problematic behaviour. Make sure that the diffuser is not obstructed by any objects, for example doors or furniture.

Where is the best place to plug in the Feliway diffuser?

When does Feliway start to have an effect?

Improvements can start to show after just one week. The manufacturer recommends using it for at least one month.

When does Feliway start to have an effect?

Improvements can start to show after just one week. The manufacturer recommends using it for at least one month.

How long can I use Feliway?

Feliway should be used for as long as it helps your cat. For example, the Feliway Optimum diffuser can be used on a permanent basis to maintain harmony in a multi-cat household.

How long can I use Feliway?

Feliway should be used for as long as it helps your cat. For example, the Feliway Optimum diffuser can be used on a permanent basis to maintain harmony in a multi-cat household.