Dear poop shovelers, today we will talk about a very interesting topic - the smell of cats hated. We all know that cats are very sensitive animals and have unique perceptions of scents. So, what scents do cats hate? Let’s take a look together!
01
Citrus fruits
Cats actually hate citrus fruits very much, such as citrus, lemons, oranges, grapefruits, etc. Many cats also instinctively reject the taste of these fruits. This is mainly due to the strong acidic odor of this type of fruit.
The oil in citrus fruits is especially toxic to cats. Cats accidentally consume peels, fruits or related essential oils, and may experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, depression, or dermatitis. "phenol" compounds containing "benzene" rings will make cats unable to metabolize. Citrus essential oils contain phenols, and accidentally eating them can cause cats to have the above health problems.
The scent of citrus can effectively prevent cats from urinating.
02
Vinegar is a deterrent for cats. Cats do not like the strong sour taste of vinegar, but this stimulation will not cause harm to cats.
In fact, vinegar has good cleaning properties and can also be used as a natural cat removal method, so it can be used to clean or spray places where the cat needs to be away.
It is not recommended to use vinegar to cover up the smell of cat urine, as it may have a reverse effect. Cats may want to eliminate these odors that do not belong to it and repeatedly urinate in the place where they spray vinegar.
03
Eucalyptus
Cats hate the smell of eucalyptus because the smell of eucalyptus is too strong for cats, which will stimulate their sensitive nasal mucosa and eyes, and the cat's body cannot break down eucalyptus alcohol.
Long-term inhalation or accidental ingestion of cats may cause poisoning, resulting in symptoms such as drooling, vomiting, epilepsy, and diarrhea.
Parents with cats should not plant or use essential oil products containing these substances.
04
Banana
Cats don't like the smell of banana peels because they contain chemicals of acetone and ethyl acetate extracts, and cats will smell disgusting.
However, each cat may have a different perception, and some cats may not be repulsive to bananas.
Bananas are not toxic to cats and have certain nutrition. If cats are acceptable, they can be eaten in small quantities.
05
Ordinary mint
Catmint everyone knows that cats are very popular, but cats are more repulsive to other fresh mints. The menthol inside is irritating and can easily cause cats to feel uneasy. And the spicy taste of peppermint is too irritating to cats with a sensitive sense of smell.
Cats accidentally eat ordinary mint may cause vomiting and diarrhea.
06
Coffee
This is because the ingredients of caffeine are toxic to cats. Even if the intake is small, it may cause a series of discomfort symptoms in cats, such as hyperactivity, irritability, vomiting, accelerated heart rate, mental disorders, tremors, etc. Most cats will take the initiative to stay away.
07
Spicy Ingredients
Cats are very repulsive to the smell of spicy ingredients such as peppers, peppers, onions, ginger, garlic and mustard, which is protected by the body's instinctive reaction.
Cats accidentally eat these foods, not only irritate the respiratory and digestive tracts, but also seriously cause hemolytic anemia.
08
Chemical preparations
Disinfectants, insecticides, bleaches, paints and other chemical preparations all have a strong and irritating smell. Most cats will leave far away when they smell it. After all, these odors will directly stimulate the cat's nasal mucosa, making them feel uncomfortable.
If you have these substances at home, you must keep them in a place that your cat cannot reach. Keep it ventilated after use.
Do not spray it accidentally on the cat, it may be ingested through hair licking. It has certain toxicity, and it may be fatal in serious cases!
Through today's sharing, we learned about the smells that cats hate. These odors may not feel anything special to humans, but they are very exciting for cats. Therefore, as poop shovelers, when we take care of cats, we must pay attention to avoid using these items with strong smells, so as not to cause unnecessary trouble and discomfort to them. At the same time, I also hope that everyone can understand and respect the cat's olfactory world more, so that we can live with them more harmoniously and happily!