Pheromone is a chemical substance that animals and insects release to communicate with others of the same species. It helps them signal things like mating availability, danger, or marking territories. Full definition
(The science of olfaction is far from settled, and there's intense controversy about the importance of pheromones in humans.) (discovermagazine.com)
Many boarding facilities are spraying dog appeasing pheromone in their kennel areas to help their guests relax while they are there. (professorshouse.com)
Adaptil, or Dog Appeasing Pheromone spray, is a natural and non-toxic aid to calm dogs stressed by loud noises such as fireworks and thunder. (thesprucepets.com)