Tag: Catnip

Catnip plants spread readily by seed, so in order to control its spread, you’ll need to remove the flowers before they go to seed. Growing catnip can be rewarding. Now that you know a few facts about how to grow catnip, you (and your cat) can enjoy this wonderful herb. Should I pinch the flowers […]

Catnip is grayish-green and can grow up to three feet tall. Look for jagged, heart-shaped leaves and thick stems that are both covered in fuzzy hairs. The best time to search for wild catnip is between July and October when the flowers are in bloom. What does raw catnip look like? Fresh catnip has stems […]

Trim your catnip, leaving some leaves on the plant so it will continue to grow. Trim the leaves off the stems of the plant then put the catnip inside a microwave-safe container with a cover. Put it in the microwave for 15 to 30-second intervals. What do you do with fresh catnip? How to Best […]

Catnip is an excellent method to pique your cat’s curiosity in something new while encouraging them to relax and roll about in the bed. And, as an additional benefit, cats like to cuddle up and sleep after their catnip “high,” making the new bed more appealing to them! What can I give my cat to […]

Catnip is often associated with over-stimulation, but it can also be used to help calm your feline. Research suggests that the catnip targets receptors in their brain to make them feel happy. After an initial bout of stimulation and excitement, the herb helps soothe your cat and calm its aggressive behavior. What can I give […]

Catnip has long been thought to have medicinal properties. Its dried leaves and white flowers are traditionally used for this purpose. Both can be used to make tea, which is sometimes used to treat conditions like insomnia, anxiety, and headaches. Can I use my cats catnip for tea? It turns out—you can! Catnip tea is […]

Make the Bed Appealing Lure your picky feline to the bed by sprinkling it with their favorite treats or a bit of fresh catnip. Catnip is a great way to trigger your cat’s interest in something new and encourage them to play and roll around in the bed. How do you use catnip on a […]

Valerian root (Valeriana Officinalis) Valerian root can be used in the same way as catnip: just sprinkle a bit for your cat to enjoy, or stuff some inside a favorite toy. What can you use instead of catnip? There are some alternatives–plants such as silver vine, honeysuckle, and valerian have all been used to satisfy […]

When exposed, cats enter a euphoric state that mimics catnip. However, silver vine powder is more potent than catnip due to the presence of two cat attractants, as opposed to catnip’s one. Is there something better than catnip? There are some alternatives–plants such as silver vine, honeysuckle, and valerian have all been used to satisfy […]

Some suggested uses for catnip are the following: Rub catnip into your cat’s scratching post to encourage use. Place catnip in toys to promote active play and exercise. Sprinkle catnip in a new environment to encourage shy cats to be comfortable and help cat-to-cat introductions go smoothly. Is catnip edible for humans? and Warnings. Catnip […]

I think we’re all familiar with the effect catnip has on kitties, but did you know that it’s edible and medicinal for humans? Catnip actually has the opposite effect on people that it has on cats. Where felines get crazy hyper when they chew on the plant, it actually acts as a calming sedative in […]

In fact, you’ll often find it thriving in poor soil conditions. Catnip loves sandy or gravelly soil and full sunlight, so look for it in places such as railroad tracks, around open meadows and fields, along fences and old houses, near streams, and in other areas you’d expect to find weeds. What does catnip look […]

Fairly easy to grow, It is now widely naturalized in northern Europe, New Zealand, and North America. Catnip grows outdoors in USDA growing hardiness zones 3 to 9 and makes great container plants for growing indoors, allowing you to extend its growing season to year-round. Where does catnip grow best? Catnip herb grows best in […]

Like many plants, catnip contains oils that give it its distinct smell; nepetalactone is the oil that cats love. When a cat smells or eats catnip, nepetalactone enters their nose and activates sensory nerves. What does catnip actually do to cats? Researchers suspect that catnip targets feline “happy” receptors in the brain. When eaten, however, […]

Catnip is particularly effective in aiding digestive issues, especially constipation, excess flatulence, cramping, and bloating. Catnip is a carminative, helping to remove air stuck in the intestines by pushing it downwards until it’s expelled from the body. Can catnip make cats poop? High doses can cause some cats to become very overstimulated, possibly even aggressive. […]

Traditional catnip does not have the same affect on dogs as cats, but there is a catnip alternative for dogs that some may refer to as “dognip” and I will talk more about that below. This surprises a lot of people; but this magical catnip like treat for dogs is called anise, a member of […]

Catnip-filled soft toys are fun to kick, carry and rub. Plain catnip can be crushed and sprinkled on the carpet, or on a towel placed on the floor if you want to be able to remove all traces. The catnip oils will stay in the carpet, and although they’re not visible to us, your cat […]

An organic liquid catnip spray may be just the remedy to renew interest. Another way is to mix crushed organic catnip and honeysuckle in a zip-lock bag and place the toys in that bag for several hours. Usually the newly scented toy will quickly become a favorite again. if not, it will be another one […]

Of course, just like cats who consume catnip, the behavior presented by your dog might not necessarily be a calming one. Catnip might instead cause your dog to become excited or aggressively playful. What will catnip do to a dog? Key Takeaways. Despite the name, catnip is safe and non-toxic for dogs. While catnip acts […]

This fun, vibrant, colourful range of cat toys are perfect for encouraging predatorial play and activity whilst being highly entertaining for owners to watch. King Catnip toys are totally safe and non-addictive. Are catnip infused toys safe? Catnip’s safe, and your cat won’t get addicted to it. Keep a plastic container of dried catnip on […]