8 Smells That Cats Absolutely Hate

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Written by A-Z Animals Staff

Published: March 22, 2025

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Cats are quite sensitive to smells due to their incredibly strong olfactory senses. A cat is able to detect many different smells that might not even be distinguishable to the average human.

You can use certain scents to repel cats away from areas that you don’t want them around, or you can avoid using those scents in your home, knowing that your cat does not like them. In some cases, the smell can be bad for your cat, which is true for various essential oils that you might commonly use around the home.

While certain scents might be loved by your cat, this video will discuss 8 smells that cats hate and why.


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