Why do cats smell so good?

We often say “sniffing cats,” but what exactly makes cats so magical? When I smelled my own cat, there was a faint milky scent that was super pleasant! It’s like what I imagine snorting drugs would feel like.

He smells like a strong musk or some kind of Oud fragrance. So flipping good.

This smell is a bit like milk and cream. Some people think it smells like sunshine (when dust mites die). Overall, it’s a scent that makes people feel safe and comfortable. The most amazing thing is that even if you don’t bathe your cat for a long time, they still have this light, pleasant fragrance. People get addicted to sniffing cats, probably because they’re enchanted by this scent.

Why Don’t Cats Smell Bad Without Bathing?

Stealthy Hunters

First, cats are stealthy hunters. They like to hide and wait for the right moment to catch their prey. If they smelled bad while sneaking up on their prey, they might give away their hiding spot, making hunting unsuccessful.

Love for Cleanliness

Second, cats love being clean. When they have free time, they lick themselves to bathe. They naturally have a light body odor and are good at cleaning themselves, so bad smells don’t build up easily. Grooming is also a way to check their health. If you notice your cat isn’t grooming or their fur is messy, it’s best to take them to the vet!

Sunbathing Benefits

Cats also like to sunbathe. They are very sensitive to changes in sunlight and move their sleeping spots as the sun moves. Sunlight kills bacteria (and helps produce vitamin D), which effectively reduces the bacteria and mold that cause bad smells on their skin. After sunbathing, their fur becomes fluffy and dry, making it hard for bacteria to grow, so they stay fresh-smelling.

Why Do Cats Smell So Good?

The Scent of Sunshine

Maybe it’s the scent of sunshine? Clothes or bedding that have been sun-dried smell like sunshine because sunlight breaks down sweat, oils (and dust mites), and detergents on them. Although cats don’t use detergents, they do produce some sweat and oils. Sunbathing every day naturally gives them a sunny scent.

Cat Pheromones

Or maybe it’s the cat’s pheromones? Most people know about “sex pheromones” that attract mates, but cats also have “alarm pheromones” to warn others of danger and “calming pheromones” to reduce stress.

Some say the nice smell on cats comes from their “calming pheromones.” However, cat pheromones only affect other cats and aren’t noticeable to humans. So, it seems like the scent on cats must come from sunbathing.

But when you smell it closely, it doesn’t quite match. Maybe cats have a secret trick to stay fragrant. Next time you have a chance, take a good sniff of your cat and see what their scent is really like!

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