Tools for Managing Feline Problem Behaviors: Pheromone therapy.

ABSTRACT:

Practical relevance

Cats are one of the most common companion animals in the world. However, relatively little scientific research has been conducted on cat behavior. With problem behaviors a leading reason for relinquishment of cats to shelters, or abandonment outdoors, solutions to address feline behavioral problems can have important welfare benefits. Because naturally occurring pheromones produce measurable species-specific responses in cats, the use of synthetic pheromone products consisting of the same compounds may activate a specific behavioral response in the receiving individual, allowing humans to better communicate with cats and manage feline problem behavior.

Aims

In this article the scientific background for naturally occurring feline pheromones and semiochemic

SUBMITTER: Vitale KR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11343345 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature