Having a cat go into heat can be a stressful situation. They are usually very anxious, and make a lot of fuss and noise. While most cats go into heat for around 7-10 days, the symptoms of a cat in heat can last for up to 20 days. Most female cats (that aren’t spayed) will go into heat around 2 times per year. While a cat going into heat is unavoidable, there are certain steps you can take to help a cat in heat feel better. Following these steps will make both you and your cat’s life 100 times better.
How to help a cat in heat feel better?
1. Keep inside
Although your cat will likely be clawing at the doors and windows, it is very important that you keep your cat inside and close all the doors. While it may be tempting to let your cat out, it can be very dangerous. A cat in heat will travel miles to try to find a male partner, and this can result in your cat getting lost or injured. It is very important to keep your cat confined to the house to avoid any unwanted pregnancies.
2. A warm blanket
Many people have found that putting a warm blanket over your cat in heat will significantly calm her down. The warmness provides a sense of comfort that will make her feel safe and secure. If your cat does not like the blanket on top of her, you can try to have your cat sit on the warm blanket. If you don’t have a blanket, you can also use a heating pad or warm towel.
3. Calming Diffuser
This is one of our favorite methods because it is so easy to use. All you have to do is plug the diffuser into the wall, and that is it. The diffuser releases calming oils into the air that helps your cat relax. For the first time using the diffuser, we recommend plugging it in a week before your cat goes into heat so that the oils will be well dispersed once your cat goes into heat.
4. Clean Litter Box
When your cat is in heat, she may have the urge to leave her scent by peeing in random places around the house. Therefore, it is very important that you keep her litter box clean so that she doesn’t have the urge to pee in other places. If your cat does pee in the house, make sure to thoroughly clean it up immediately so that your cat doesn’t feel tempted to do it again.
5. Anti-Stress Meds
If nothing else is working, we recommend checking out Anti-Stress medication that you can give to your cat once she goes into heat. Of course, you should consult your cat’s vet before you put her on any prescription meds.
6. Spaying
The last option is to get your cat spayed. There are many advantages to getting your cat spayed, including decreased anxiety and protection from certain cancers. Most importantly, a cat that is spayed will no longer go into heat.