When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Can cats eat catnip? Given how much some of our feline friends love this ...

Can cats eat catnip? Given how much some of our feline friends love this green stuff, it's a question you may well be asking if you have a kitty companion in the family. The good news is, catnip is ...

Catnip's active compound, nepetalactone, triggers a euphoric response in cats by activating their brain's opioid reward system. This hereditary trait, affecting 60-70% of felines, provides stimulation ...

Cats have funny reactions to catnip as some roll on the floor and others run around like they are wild. Catnip is no magic ...

Nepeta is the scientific name for both cat mint and catnip. Cat mint (Nepeta x faassenii) is a low-growing perennial that’s often used at the edge of borders. It has gray-green foliage and small ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Even the most persnickety cats love getting into catnip every ...

Valerian for cats has recently gained popularity as a potential alternative to catnip, but just how effective is it, and is it safe for your feline friend? If your cat doesn’t respond to catnip, you ...