Jan 31, 2025 · What is catnip? Dr. Heather Hoffmann discusses why cats like catnip, how catnip works, and how to give catnip to your cat.

Nepeta cataria, commonly known as catnip and catmint, is a species of the genus Nepeta in the mint family, native to southern and eastern Europe, northern parts of the Middle East, and …

Jul 5, 2022 · Catnip contains nepetalactone, an essential oil found in the catnip plant. Here's how it affects your cat and why it makes them feel so good.

May 7, 2025 · What is catnip? Veterinarians explain how it affects your cat and the science behind common behaviors like sniffing, eating, and rolling around in it.

Apr 6, 2025 · Originally from Europe and Asia, minty, lemony, potent catnip -- Nepeta cataria -- has long been associated with cats. Even its Latin-derived cataria means "of a cat." And …

Oct 1, 2025 · Catnip, (Nepeta cataria), herb of the mint family (Lamiaceae), noted for its aromatic leaves, which are particularly exciting to cats. Catnip is commonly grown by cat owners for …

Sep 23, 2024 · Catnip contains an oil called nepetalactone that activates the parts of a cat's brain associated with scent, mood, and behavioral regulation. Catnip can put cats in a good mood, …

Catnip, also known as Nepeta cataria, is a plant that has a unique effect on cats. When cats come into contact with catnip, they often exhibit behaviors such as rolling, rubbing, meowing, and …

Feb 28, 2024 · In this article, we’ll dig deeper into the ways of catnip, discovering what it is, how it affects cats, and how your cat can enjoy catnip.

Jun 17, 2025 · Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is a perennial plant that is a part of the mint family. It’s native to central Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and it’s sometimes called catnep, catsworth, …