Health
Why do cats love catnip? – BBC Focus Magazine
How catnip works its magic – and the unexpected reactions of some cats, including tigers.
Theres one thing moggies, big and small, love more than anything else: catnip. Just a sprinkle of the stuff seems to send our feline friends into euphoria.
In fact, scientists have even discovered that wild, big cats also display this behaviour. So, whats the secret behind catnips hold over our furry friends?
What actually is catnip?
Catnip and silver vine are two plants which at least appear to send cats into a daze. Catnip, from the mint family, is distinct from silver vine, a species of kiwifruit…
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