{"id":4733,"date":"2026-10-12T04:19:06","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T04:19:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/?p=4733"},"modified":"2026-11-02T06:20:42","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T06:20:42","slug":"meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/","title":{"rendered":"What Scents Do Cats Love? A Detailed Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"161\">What scents cats love<\/strong> is an intriguing question, as even a subtle waft of certain scents can instantly catch your feline friend's attention, spark their curiosity, or draw them closer. Beyond the familiar catnip, cats can be attracted to a variety of scents that pet parents might never expect. So, which scents do cats especially adore? Let\u2019s <strong>QOV <\/strong>find out right below.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4734\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4734\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4734\" src=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"M\u00e8o th\u00edch m\u00f9i g\u00ec? gi\u1ea3i \u0111\u00e1p chi ti\u1ebft\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4734\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What smells do cats like? Detailed explanation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Meo_thich_mui_gi\" >What smells do cats love?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Catnip_co_bac_ha_meo\" >Catnip (cat mint)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Silver_Vine\" >Silver Vine\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Mui_cua_chu_nhan\" >The owner's scent<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Valerian_co_nu_lang\" >Valerian (valerian root)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Ngoai_catnip_meo_con_thich_mui_gi\" >Besides catnip, what other scents do cats love?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Luu_y_an_toan_khi_dung_mui_huong_cho_meo\" >Safety precautions when using scents for cats\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Cau_hoi_thuong_gap\" >FAQs \u2013 Common Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Meo_thich_mui_gi_nhat\" >What scent do cats love most?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Meo_co_thich_mui_cua_chu_nhan_khong\" >Do cats like their owner's scent?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Vi_sao_meo_thich_mot_so_mui_nhung_lai_tranh_mui_khac\" >Why do cats like certain scents but avoid others?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/meo-thich-mui-gi-giai-dap-chi-tiet\/#Ket_luan\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meo_thich_mui_gi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What smells do cats love?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats are often attracted to <strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"467\">catnip, silver vine, valerian, and familiar scents like their owner's<\/strong>. However, reactions to each scent may vary from cat to cat.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4735\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4735\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4735\" src=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-1-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"M\u00e8o th\u00edch m\u00f9i g\u00ec nh\u1ea5t? \u0110i\u1ec3m qua nh\u1eefng m\u00f9i m\u00e8o th\u00edch\" width=\"450\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-1-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-1-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-1.jpg 830w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4735\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What scent do cats love most? Exploring the scents cats enjoy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catnip_co_bac_ha_meo\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/catnip\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catnip <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(catmint)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Catnip contains the active compound nepetalactone, which triggers natural responses in cats, causing them to roll around, rub against objects, play, or relax for a brief period. However, not all cats respond to catnip, as this sensitivity depends on genetic factors.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silver_Vine\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silver Vine\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Silver Vine is a natural herb often used as an alternative to catnip. Many cats that do not respond to catnip can still be attracted to Silver Vine thanks to its distinct olfactory-stimulating compounds.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mui_cua_chu_nhan\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The owner's scent<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever wondered why cats love sleeping on your clothes? It's because they adore their owner's natural scent. This aroma provides an absolute sense of security, helping your furry friend reduce<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anxiety when you are away from home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valerian_co_nu_lang\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian (valerian root)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Valerian is an herb with a rather distinct scent that attracts many cats. This plant contains the active compound actinidine, which can trigger playful behaviors, rolling around, or relaxation in certain cats. However, the intensity of their response will vary from cat to cat.<\/p>\n<p>Cats have a highly sensitive sense of smell. As a result, besides scents like catnip, silver vine, or their owner's natural smell, there are many odors that make them uncomfortable and drive them away. Learn more in the article, \u201c<strong>What scents do cats hate?<\/strong>\u201d to better understand which scents should be limited in your cat's living space.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ngoai_catnip_meo_con_thich_mui_gi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides catnip, what other scents do cats love?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Besides catnip, silver vine, and valerian, many cats are also attracted to the smell of fish, wet food, their favorite treats, or familiar household items carrying their owner's scent. However, scent preferences can vary from cat to cat.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4736\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4736\" style=\"width: 450px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4736\" src=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-3-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"M\u00e8o th\u00edch m\u00f9i g\u00ec kh\u00e1c ngo\u00e0i catnip?\" width=\"450\" height=\"298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-3-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/meo-thich-mui-gi-3.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4736\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What scents do cats like besides catnip?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When using home scent products like essential oils or perfumes, cat owners should proceed with caution since felines have an extremely sensitive sense of smell. If you do use them, ensure the space is well-ventilated and keep pure essential oils strictly out of your cat's direct reach.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Luu_y_an_toan_khi_dung_mui_huong_cho_meo\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety precautions when using scents for cats\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To ensure pet safety, owners should avoid overly strong scents or products with harsh chemicals. In particular, steer clear of ammonia-scented products, as cats can easily mistake them for urine and mark or eliminate outside their litter box.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6920\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6920\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6920\" src=\"https:\/\/lapaw.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cac-luu-y-khi-dung-mui-huong-cho-meo.webp\" alt=\"L\u01b0u \u00fd khi s\u1eed d\u1ee5ng m\u00f9i h\u01b0\u01a1ng cho m\u00e8o\" width=\"696\" height=\"400\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6920\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Things to consider when using scents for cats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Additionally, perfumes, essential oils, or strongly scented cleaners can cause discomfort, stress, or respiratory irritation in cats. Instead, prioritize hygiene and grooming products specifically formulated for pets.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Cau_hoi_thuong_gap\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs \u2013 Common Questions<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meo_thich_mui_gi_nhat\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What scent do cats love most?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no single scent that all cats universally love. While catnip, silver vine, and valerian often trigger a strong reaction in many cats, individual preference varies from cat to cat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meo_co_thich_mui_cua_chu_nhan_khong\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do cats like their owner's scent?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it can. An owner's familiar scent can help some cats feel safer and more comfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vi_sao_meo_thich_mot_so_mui_nhung_lai_tranh_mui_khac\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why do cats like certain scents but avoid others?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats have a highly sensitive sense of smell, so they can react strongly to different scents. Preferences also vary depending on each individual cat and its personal experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ket_luan\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"3001\"><strong>What scents cats love<\/strong>? Catnip, silver vine, valerian, and an owner's natural body scent are among the favorite scents for many cats. Understanding these olfactory preferences will help you care for, interact with, and build a more enriching living environment for your cat. <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/qov_official\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>QOV<\/strong><\/a><\/span> We hope this article has provided useful information for your pet care journey.<\/p>\n<p>Follow-up<a href=\"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/\"> QOV<\/a> For more interesting information about pets, please check it out!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>M\u00e8o th\u00edch m\u00f9i g\u00ec l\u00e0 c\u00e2u h\u1ecfi th\u00fa v\u1ecb khi c\u00f3 nh\u1eefng m\u00f9i h\u01b0\u01a1ng ch\u1ec9 c\u1ea7n tho\u1ea3ng qua c\u0169ng khi\u1ebfn Boss ch\u00fa \u00fd, t\u00f2 m\u00f2 ho\u1eb7c t\u00ecm \u0111\u1ebfn g\u1ea7n. Ngo\u00e0i catnip quen thu\u1ed9c, m\u00e8o c\u00f2n c\u00f3 th\u1ec3 b\u1ecb thu h\u00fat b\u1edfi nhi\u1ec1u m\u00f9i h\u01b0\u01a1ng kh\u00e1c m\u00e0 Sen kh\u00f4ng ng\u1edd t\u1edbi. V\u1eady \u0111\u00e2u l\u00e0 nh\u1eefng m\u00f9i [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4739,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4733","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cam-nang"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4733","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4733"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4733\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4953,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4733\/revisions\/4953"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4739"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4733"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4733"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/qov.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4733"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}