Does catnip really get your kitty high? Here's what catnip does to cats—and why they are crazy about it. If you’re lucky enough to be a cat owner, you know that cat behavior runs the gamut of quirky ...

Cats as a species are creatures that become stressed very easily, and this can lead them to physical discomfort, and sore patches caused by overgrooming. That's why it's good to help your cat relax, ...

Watching a cat react to catnip is to seemingly watch a cat react to a recreational drug. It makes some cats chill and others incredibly stimulated. Why this plant affects cats so powerfully is newly ...

Anyone who has a cat or kitten knows how crazy their feline friend goes for catnip. What is catnip, though, and why does it drive cats crazy? According to PetMD, catnip is a herb closely related to ...

Cats love the finer things in life, whether it's relaxing in a sunny corner or enjoying cuddles with their owners. As many as two-thirds of the animals also seem surprisingly attracted to a little ...

Catnip, catmint, catwort, field balm -- it doesn't matter what you call Nepeta cataria. Lions, tigers, panthers, and your common domestic tabby just can't seem to get enough of this fragrant herb.

Catnip, sometimes also called catmint or field balm, is a plant in the mint family. This perennial plant originates in Europe and is found in the wild across the U.S and Canada. You may be familiar ...

There are various benefits of catnip tea, including relaxation and mood improvement. Risks include headaches and digestive discomfort. Catnip is a herb frequently used in pet toys. Historically, ...

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