{"product_id":"medvant-securecat-transport-water-based-spray-50-ml","title":"MedVant SecureCat Transport Pheromone Calming Spray for Cats, 50 ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStress-Free Travel Starts with the Right Signal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many cats, the carrier comes out once or twice a year — and the moment it appears, the stress begins. Hiding under the bed, panting, vocalizing, or eliminating in the carrier during transport are all signs that your cat's nervous system is responding to a perceived threat. These stress responses are hardwired: they're not \"bad behaviour,\" they're a cat communicating distress in the only way it can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecureCat Transport by MedVant is a water-based pheromone spray formulated to create a sense of familiarity and security in the travel environment. It contains a synthetic analogue of the feline facial pheromone — the same chemical signal cats naturally deposit when they rub their face against objects they consider safe and comfortable. Sprayed into the carrier or travel environment 15 minutes before your cat enters, it helps signal \"this place is safe\" before the stress response escalates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCats communicate through chemical signals (pheromones) detected via the vomeronasal organ. Synthetic feline facial pheromone mimics the compound cats deposit when bunting — the face-rubbing behaviour that marks an object or area as their territory. When this signal is present in an unfamiliar environment like a carrier, it helps reduce the arousal of the stress response, making the experience less threatening. SecureCat Transport is water-based (not alcohol-based), so it is gentle, residue-free, and safe for use on fabric carriers, bedding, and blankets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray 8–10 pumps inside the carrier or travel space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow 15 minutes for the carrier to air out before placing your cat inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not spray directly onto your cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be used to spray the car interior, exam table blanket, or bedding at your destination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest results occur when used consistently for transport and paired with a gradual carrier familiarization approach. For daily home use, see SecureCat Home Diffuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplement Advisor's Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most common mistakes pet owners make is spraying directly before loading the cat, then wondering why it didn't work. The pheromone needs time to settle — the alcohol carrier (or water in this formulation) needs to evaporate, leaving the active pheromone compound. The 15-minute wait is not optional. For cats with severe travel anxiety that doesn't respond to pheromone products alone, pairing with an oral calming supplement like Advanced CALM and beginning spray use for regular, non-stressful carrier access weeks before a planned trip significantly improves outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs SecureCat Transport safe to use around dogs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Synthetic feline pheromones are species-specific and undetectable by dogs. They have no effect on dogs or humans, making them safe for multi-pet households.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow often can I reapply the spray during a long car trip?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can reapply every 4–5 hours as needed. Spray onto a cloth or blanket inside the carrier (not directly on the cat) and allow it to settle before your cat comes into contact with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does SecureCat Transport differ from SecureCat Home?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecureCat Transport is a portable spray designed for situational use in carriers and vehicles. SecureCat Home is a continuous diffuser system designed for ongoing stress management in the home environment. They can be used together — the diffuser at home, the spray for outings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Medvant Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46409210921145,"sku":"130348","price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/2592\/7609\/files\/130348_0-XL.jpg?v=1771436505","url":"https:\/\/vivopet.ca\/products\/medvant-securecat-transport-water-based-spray-50-ml","provider":"VivoPet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}