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  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Behavior
  • Endocrinology

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  • Elevated stress impacts feline social interactions and behavior.
  • Undesirable behaviors in cats are often linked to stress.
  • Cortisol is a key biomarker for physiological stress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze hair cortisol levels in cats with reported behavioral problems.
  • To compare feline hair cortisol levels based on sex, environment (indoor/outdoor), and household composition (single/multi-cat).

Main Methods:

  • Hair samples (2-3 cm) were collected from the lumbosacral area of 55 cats.
  • Cortisol concentration was measured using the DRG Salivary Cortisol HS ELISA kit.
  • Owners completed questionnaires regarding cat behavior and living conditions.

Main Results:

  • Cats exhibiting behavioral problems (house-soiling, aggression) had significantly higher hair cortisol levels.
  • A trend towards lower cortisol levels was observed in outdoor cats compared to indoor cats.
  • No significant differences in hair cortisol levels were found between sexes or household types.

Conclusions:

  • Higher hair cortisol levels correlate with undesirable behaviors in cats, indicating increased stress.
  • Environmental factors, such as indoor vs. outdoor living, may influence feline stress levels.
  • Understanding stress biomarkers is crucial for addressing behavioral issues in domestic cats.