The reasons why cats go crazy about catnip

1. The reason why catnip can cause all kinds of crazy and strange reactions in cats is because it contains a substance called nepeta. The ester chemical, like a pheromone, binds to receptors in the cat's nose when inhaled, thereby stimulating sensory neurons connected to the brain, changing the activity of multiple areas of the brain, and participating in the cat's emotional regulation.

2. Catnip has no substantial impact on cats, nor is it helpful, so it cannot cause any harm. Because the stimulating effect of catnip on cats is very short, usually about 15 minutes, it will not make cats addicted.

3. In foreign countries, catnip is used to correct the behavior of cats. Putting some catnip in toys will make cats like the toys.

Notes when using catnip toys

1. First, do not let cats come into contact with catnip for a long time. If used too often, it loses its effectiveness and the cat no longer responds with excitement. It is best not to use it more frequently than once a week. And don’t let catnip toys hang in the room for a long time. Please keep them sealed.

2. If there are multiple cats at home, please use catnip separately. Different cats have different reactions to smelling catnip, and some may become extremely excited, so if multiple cats use catnip together, they may have fights, so it is best not to use catnip with multiple cats at the same time.

3. The dosage at one time should not be too much, just a small piece like a thumbnail is enough. Too much may cause some cats to have difficulty breathing.

4. It is best not to use catnip on young cats. It is recommended not to use catnip on cats before they are 8 months old.