Keep your cat indoors. Doing so will be safer for your cat and will also allow you to observe your cat for evidence of anxiety.
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Be aware of the signs of stress and anxiety. Each cat will react differently, but in general, watch for changes in appetite, excess vocalization, trembling, hiding, abnormal grooming behavior, irritability, aggressiveness, and restlessness.
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Turn the lights out for your cat and close the window shades to hide the outdoor activities. Play soothing music in the background for your cat or leave a television playing.
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Comfort your cat by petting and speaking soothingly. Keep in mind though that a frightened cat may become aggressive and may strike out, even at a trusted human companion.
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Use essential oils, even those with calming properties, cautiously around your cat. Cats can be quite sensitive to the effects of these oils and some may even be toxic.
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For cats with severe anxiety, your veterinarian can prescribe an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) medication.
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