{"id":2582,"date":"2020-02-05T17:13:07","date_gmt":"2020-02-05T18:13:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/?p=2582"},"modified":"2022-03-08T18:21:48","modified_gmt":"2022-03-08T18:21:48","slug":"the-best-cat-nips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/the-best-cat-nips\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Cat Nips"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Temptations Classic Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats<\/h2>\n
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Flavor saver<\/a><\/h3>
These treats come in large boxes and are available in a range of flavors, including catnip.<\/div><\/div>
Best Overall<\/div><\/div>

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Pros:<\/strong>
\nEdible catnip treats are well-loved by many cats, and the treats\u2019 small size means that a little can go a long way. Each treat is less than two calories, which is ideal as too many pet treats can make a cat unhealthy. If your cat is on a diet, they can still enjoy this product. The secure container also makes it easier to store the catnip, as curious cats can easily open bags. The box also helps keep the product fresher for longer. And for such an affordable price, it’s a great value.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong>
\nThis catnip is difficult to fault, but it does contain some artificial colors and ingredients. Still, it’s fortified to include other essential nutrients and vitamins to offset this slight disadvantage.<\/p>\n

OurPets Catnip-Filled Cat Toy<\/h2>\n
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Toying with the idea<\/a><\/h3>
This banana-shaped toy is designed to aid mental stimulation and to give your cat the benefit of exposure to catnip through play.<\/div><\/div>
Best Toy<\/div><\/div>

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Pros:<\/strong>
\nCats love their toys, especially if it involves a game or puzzle. As this toy has catnip hidden within it that is released with applied pressure, it will keep them curious about the scent. The product is pre-filled with catnip, meaning you don’t have to buy this separately or top it up.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong>
\nThe fact that this toy is not refillable means less hassle for you, but it also means that if your cat finds that the toy\u2019s scent is not strong enough, you can’t top it up or put it through a wash cycle if it gets dirty.<\/p>\n

OurPets Cosmic Catnip<\/h2>\n
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Like lightning in a bottle<\/a><\/h3>
This is a highly potent loose catnip that you can spread across the floor for your cat to roll around in and enjoy.<\/div><\/div>
Best Potency<\/div><\/div>

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Pros:<\/strong>
\nIf your cat enjoys rolling around in catnip so the scent covers their fur, then a loose version such as this product could be ideal. You can also use this product to infuse catnip into toys or particular areas of your home. The 2.25oz jar is secure and helps keep the product fresh.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong>
\nThis product seems to have mixed reactions from cats. It’s probably not the most potent option out there. But not all cats react to catnip in general, so that should be taken into consideration. The packaging does not have a seal that could keep it fresher longer.<\/p>\n

SmartyKat Certified Organic Catnip<\/h2>\n
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Organic and affordable<\/a><\/h3>
This organic catnip is free of all the bad stuff and it's mighty affordable.<\/div><\/div>
Best Value Buy<\/div><\/div>

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Pros:<\/strong>
\nThe most significant advantage of this product is its low cost, which is about half the price of other loose catnip products. The loose leaves make it easy to spread around the home or put into toys. The slim pouch packaging takes up far less space than plastic containers, meaning you can store it more discreetly.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong>
\nThe container is lightweight, but it could be easy for your cat to claw the packaging open. Some users have found their cats to not react to the scent, despite being very reactive to other catnip brands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Why do cats love catnip?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The answer lies in the leaves of catnip, which emit a scent that evokes a positive reward in a cat\u2019s brain. Catnip, also known as Nepeta cataria, is a plant that belongs to the mint family. Cats\u2019 reaction to catnip is caused by an organic molecule that is released from the plant called nepetalactone. Cats are highly attracted to nepetalactone and will display their delight through licking, chewing, or rolling in the scent. Some cats will meow and even drool when they come into contact with it. Catnip stimulates three different key areas of the cat\u2019s brain, which explains why it produces such a strong reaction.<\/p>\n

Do all cats react to catnip?<\/strong><\/p>\n

No. Cats that are under six months old do not respond to catnip. In addition, it\u2019s estimated only 50 – 70% of cats respond to catnip in general. In addition to the age variable, genetics play a part in whether your cat is likely to respond to catnip or not. Catnip has been tested on domestic cats as well as big cats such as tigers and lions.<\/p>\n

How often should I give my cat catnip?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Catnip will only affect your cat for around fifteen minutes. After this time, it will take up to two hours before they become receptive to it again. If cats are exposed to catnip too frequently, they may become desensitized to it. Therefore, it\u2019s advised not to give your cat catnip more than twice a month. Keep this in mind when introducing lots of toys or scratching posts that are infused with catnip, especially if you also give your cat loose catnip as a treat, too.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Temptations Classic Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats Pros: Edible catnip treats are well-loved by many cats, and the treats\u2019 small size means that a little can go a long way. Each treat is less than two calories, which is ideal as too many pet treats can make a cat unhealthy. If your cat is on […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[5],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2582"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/40"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2582"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2582\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5725,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2582\/revisions\/5725"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2582"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2582"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cattime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2582"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}