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United Arab Emirates English. Once a cat has partaken of the catnip, it takes a couple of hours before they can be affected by it again. Catnip can make cats meow, purr, growl, roll on the ground, zip about, and even drool.
Sniffing catnip has more of a stimulant effect, whereas eating it is more likely to make a cat all sorts of relaxed and sleepy. Some cats can react to catnip with mild aggression, such as low growling or swatting.
If you have more than one cat in the house, you should consider giving it to only one cat at a time to avoid potential fights and definitely keep an eye on them during their trip. Interestingly enough, not all cats are affected by catnip. Kittens under two or three months old are also not likely to react to catnip, and older cats can be less prone to having a reaction—although my Zoe flies in the face of that one! However, if they eat a lot of the fresh or dried catnip leaves, they can get an upset tummy along with vomiting or diarrhea.
Zoe once jumped up on the bed only to roll right off the other side—and she did not land on her feet! In any case, catnip should be offered in moderation as an occasional, fun treat for your cat.
Another reason not to go overboard on catnip is that it tends to lose its effect with too much use. While catnip is safe for cats, there are plenty of plants that can cause problems, ranging from a minor stomachache to sudden kidney failure. See the list of 25 plants that are toxic to cats.
Catnip can definitely come in handy in certain circumstances. For instance, it can be used to get an older feline or couch potato kind of cat moving. All cats need a daily dose of exercise to help keep their weight on track and avoid health problems, like joint pain and diabetes. I know it works for me. Now that Zoe is in her twilight years, it can be tough to get her to do much besides doze in the warmth of a sunbeam. Catnip can also be helpful with behavioral issues.
This results in one very happy kitty. Your cat is in good company. In fact, it is estimated that up to one-third of all cats have no reaction to catnip whatsoever.
Much like humans, cats are made different by their genetics. Sensitivity to catnip is in fact, linked to a feline gene. If you would like to explore alternative stimulants for your catnip-averse kitty, you should consider silver vine , or a blend of silver vine and catnip. Silver vine is a cat stimulant popular in Asia but lesser-known in North America.
Like catnip, it is safe for use with cats. Unlike catnip, it contains not just one natural cat attractant but two! This depends on the cat, but the average catnip experience lasts between 5 and 15 minutes. When your cat has had his or her fill, he or she will let you know by simply walking away and making it obvious that the interest has faded.
Catnip can act either as a sedative or a stimulant, so it can be quite a gamble when it comes to a cat that exhibits aggressive behaviors. However, it is hard to answer this question as it will depend on the individual cat.
However, it is not recommended that you use catnip to train your cat how to use a litter box — not only is this a natural behavior in cats that does not need to be trained, but it may cause your cat to consume litter if they smell catnip on it. As stated earlier, catnip or catmint or cat wort is a natural herb.
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