Cats are known to hate strong odors.
The usual aromas of citrus, spices, garlic, onions, and perfume are simply unbearable for cats.
With this in mind, cats' love for the smell of bleach is simply astounding. But there is a scientific explanation for this.
Why do cats like the smell of bleach?
Scientists explain cats' love for the smell of bleach by the fact that it contains substances that imitate cat pheromones: they cause a hormonal reaction in the animal.
Cats have a similar reaction, by the way, to catnip. But while sniffing and even eating catnip will not cause harm to a cat, chlorine-containing substances can cause irreparable damage to its health.
Therefore, cat owners should avoid using household chemicals containing bleach.
