This is a YouTube video titled "5 MANERAS de ESTIMULAR el OLFATO de un GATO 🐱 (Enriquecimiento Ambiental y Estimulación Olfativa)" created on December 18, 2022. The content features an animal expert explaining five methods to stimulate and enrich a cat's sense of smell, including the use of herbs, exposure to outdoor odors, natural materials, safe houseplants, and essential oils, aimed at improving feline well-being and reducing stress.
Did you know that there are several ways to stimulate and further improve your cat's sense of smell? In this video by an animal expert, we explain five ways to stimulate your cat's sense of smell. First, use stimulating herbs. Catnip stimulates our cat in a positive way and you can observe how, in addition to sniffing our they may shake their head, salivate, jump or roll on the floor. We can soak toys or objects with a little of this herb to stimulate our feline's sense of smell. In addition to enriching the environment, making them more entertained and less stressed, most cats will respond to this stimulus and it lasts between five and 15 minutes. There are other aromatic herbs that can also stimulate their sense of smell, such as oregano or dill. 2. Allow external odors to enter Although our domestic cats do not usually go outside when desired, it is also important for them to be able to smell fresh air from outside, as smells will change depending on the weather and will also provide them with information about the outside through their sense of smell. You can open the window a little to let in air, but be careful that your kitty cannot escape or fall. 3. Bring logs, leaves or sticks from outside. These materials, in addition to providing diverse and natural smells, can even be played with or scratched, stimulating your cat's senses. Of course, be careful not to bring very small logs and sticks that could hurt themselves. 4. Have safe houseplants for cats Some houseplants are not toxic to cats and provide olfactory stimulation due to their smells. Some examples are mint, parsley, thyme and rosemary. Discover 20 suitable and safe plants for cats in the video that we have included in the card. 5. Use essential oils yous should educate yourself on the safety of the essential oil in question, but there are some, like the one in the band, that your cat will inhale and experience effects on their body, specifically a calming and tranquilizing effect. Frankincense can also be used. If you want to continue learning about cat care, don't miss the playlist we've left for you here with our friends at Soyeon Gado. Tell us, do you make sure to stimulate your cat often? Until next time, experts.
