Is catnip safe? In general, yes, catnip is safe for cats. It's non-toxic and non-addictive, and most cats can enjoy it occasionally without any adverse effects.

Catnip contains nepetalactone, an essential oil found in the catnip plant. Here's how it affects your cat and why it makes them feel so good.

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

If your cat loves the taste of catnip but you don't want them ingesting too much of it, these lick balls are a great solution. The balls easily stick to wall and can rotate a full 360 degrees.

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

"The most common ways cats react to catnip include running, rolling, rubbing, flipping, playing, and eventually relaxing. This response typically lasts for 10 minutes," states Dr. Crow.

Catnip can drive kitties of all sizes a little crazy, and its effects have led feline lovers to wonder what makes this little green plant so attractive to them.