“Even if your cat doesn’t respond to certain songs, you may find that the right sounds calm your pet.”, — write: www.unian.ua
Even if your cat doesn’t respond to certain songs, you may find that the right sounds calm your pet.
It turns out that koshus can respond to music/ photo ua.depositphotos.comCats can experience anxiety due to illness, being in a new home, or being separated from loved ones. DailyPaws writes about it.Every owner would like to calm these fluffy lumps, for example, let them sleep on their heads or turn on a playlist when a person is not at home. But do cats like music? It depends on the circumstances.
What music do cats like?”While we have no way of knowing whether cats actually ‘like’ music, studies have shown that certain types of music reduce stress in cats (classical) and some increase it (heavy metal). So we can say that classical music … makes cats feel happier,” said Samantha Bell, cat behavior expert at Best Friends Animal Society.
Some musicologists are taking this concept even further. For example, composer David Teye created Music for Cats, a series of “cat-specific selections” that includes a classical musical foundation with a layer of soothing, familiar feline sounds like purrs and sucking for relaxation. Other tracks include some bird chirping, buzzing sounds that can help cheer up even the most relaxed cat.
As the publication writes, to the human ear such a soundtrack may not seem so refined, but apparently cats know the difference.
In 2015, the results of an independent study showed that “cats showed a significant preference and interest in music appropriate to their species.” In 2019, another study conducted by the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine concluded that “feline-specific music may benefit cats by reducing stress and improving quality of care in veterinary clinics.”
How can music help a cat?One way to determine if your cat likes and responds to music is to turn on classical tracks to tune her for the upcoming activity. For example, turn on bright and upbeat classical music when it’s game time or when you’re watching the birds from the window. Later, before settling in for the night, turn on some slow, gentle classical tunes.
In addition to “Music for cats” on the Spotify service, there is a playlist for cats called Mellow Meowsic. Another organization, Relax My Cat, also develops various cat music playlists. Some are designed for anxious cats, others for kittens or to create a calmer atmosphere during thunderstorms.
Who knows? Cat music can be another important means of communication to share with your sweet and sensitive kitty.
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