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What helps my cat with separation anxiety and fear of thunderstorms?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Maine Coon | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

My cat has separation anxiety and fear of thunderstorms, I've been looking to see what is best to use for it and I would like to hear from a professional, What is the best thing to use?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on September 25th, 2018

There are several options including compression wear, such as the ThunderShirt, anti-anxiety medication (you'll need ti have him examined by your veterinarian first for these) or calming chews. You can also try to gradually desensitize Milo to the storms by playing a recording for ever increasing periods of time and volume. Praise and reward him when he responds appropriately. Distraction with toys and tasks may also get his mind off the stirm.

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