Does catnip really get your kitty high? Here's what catnip does to cats—and why they are crazy about it.

There's a very scientific reason cats go wild for catnip, and it's all about smell.

What does catnip do to cats? Catnip has different effects depending on the individual cat and the way the cat takes the drug. "It either ramps cats up, or it mellows them out," Wooten says.

Catnip may look like an ordinary herb, but for many cats it’s a powerful source of bliss. Just a whiff can send even the most ...

What does silver vine do to cats? Like catnip, the smell of silver vine can make cats react strangely, causing them to roll and rub their cheeks and faces.

Catnip is a plant—known scientifically as Nepeta cataria—that is a member of the mint family. The active ingredient is called nepetalactone, which many domestic cats respond to in a variety of ...