Behaviour

Catnip has a reputation for being the marijuana of the cat world. However, this may leave you to wonder how safe it is for your pet. You also might wonder how it works and if your furry friend can become addicted. General overview of catnip Catnip is a perennial herb that comes from the mint family. It is native to Asia, Europe, and Africa. It was brought to North America and easily spread from there. Today it can be found in gardens and yards — both planted on purpose, but also growing wild. Your cat will likely prefer the nepeta cataria variety because this is the one that has an active ingredient — the volatile oil nepetalactone — that’ll affect your pet. It even changes the behavior of some other species of cats besides domestic ones. Not all cats will experienc...

You’re bringing your new little kitten home with you and you can’t stop gushing about this new little furball that already fills your heart with love. You envision your future together and want the best for your kitten’s physical and emotional health, so what are your next steps to ensuring the best emotional bond between you and your new companion? Here are 5 proven ways to bond with your new kitten that will have lifelong positive effects for the both of you! 1. Give your kitten a new name When you bring home a new kitten, one of the most exciting things is giving your cat a name. By giving your new kitten a name, you’re essentially telling the world that this is the name you’ve chosen and that you’re going to provide for this sweet new kitten. In some cultures, the naming ritual is a ve...