We carried out a study assessing the effects of Nepeta cataria (catnip) on cat behavior. The study was approved by the Internal Committee for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals of the Graduate ...
However, interestingly enough, not all cats respond to catnip. Only 60% of cats will have a behavioral reaction. Catnip can be purchased in several forms including fresh, dried, spray forms, and toys.
The behavior is widely known to be unique to a species of the cat family as an old saying that goes “Neko ni matatabi” (Catnip on a cat). There are also toys for pet cats that contain an ...