Catnip's evolutionary history is key to its powerful effect on felines. In a new study, scientists reveal it underwent two important changes.

Why Your Kitty Gets High on Catnip It’s fun to watch felines enjoy their favorite herb. Here’s how it works on them (and why it probably won’t work on humans).

Catnip isn’t just intensely pleasurable for cats. It’s also practical – chewing and licking the leaves of the plant releases compounds that repel pesky insects like mosquitoes.

Internet Moved by Cat Giving Catnip to Owner With Migraine—'Wanted To Help' Published Jan 03, 2024 at 11:13 AM EST Updated Jan 03, 2024 at 4:48 PM EST By Lucy Notarantonio ...

A video of a catnip-obsessed feline slapping his sister in the face has the internet in hysterics. In the clip shared to TikTok by @winstonandspooky, tabby cat Winston can be seen enjoying catnip ...

A study reveals the evolutionary trick behind catnip's potent power, allowing scientists to understand how it attracts felines.

Catnip repels insects. Scientists may have finally found out how The plant triggers a receptor that, in other animals, senses pain and itch ...

Find out what the research says about catnip tea, who should avoid it, and how it may affect your health.