Manufacturer: Virbac (Australia) Pty Limited Registered Name Feliway Spray Analogue of Feline Facial Pheromone Composition Analogue of the F3 feline facial pheromone 10%, ethanol (90%) 77.6%. Actions Cats rub their faces on objects to mark them with their facial pheromones. This process is called ‘bunting’, and is a method of identifying surroundings so that they are familiar to the cat. The feline pheromones deposited by facial marking exhibit a calming and settling effect on cats. Observations by animal behaviourists have shown that cats do not urine mark or scratch objects previously marked with feline facial pheromones. The three major functions of facial pheromones include: spatial orientation function (to enable identification of the cat's territory by facial pheromone marking of the major objects within the area); relational function (cats who share part of their territory with other cats will rub each other to produce a distinctive scent that identifies them as belonging to the group); and calming function (facial pheromone marking of an unfamiliar area has a direct calming effect on a newly introduced cat, facilitating the settling in and familarisation process). Feliway® aids in alleviating signs associated with fear and stress in kittens and cats. These stressful situations can include new environments, adoption, new arrivals and overcrowding. Indications Reactions expressed by cats to stressful situations that may benefit from the use of Feliway® Spray are urine marking, vertical scratching, loss of appetite, and a reduced desire to play and interact. Precautions Safety directions Will irritate the eyes, nose, throat and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not inhale spray mist. If product is on skin, immediately wash the area with water. Wash hands after use. First Aid If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126. Disposal Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage. Directions for Use Feliway® Spray is for marked objects and not to be sprayed directly into the cat. For all indications apply daily a single spray of Feliway® Spray for up to 30 days. Application. Ensure the bottle is held vertical, keep the spray nozzle approximately 10 cm away from the site being sprayed and 20 cm above the ground. If the cat is observed rubbing the site with its head use of the spray on that spot can be discontinued.
