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Por que os gatos amam Catnip
If you've ever seen a cat go wild as if possessed, then chances are they were probably under the influence of catnip. Catnip is also known as catmint, catwort and field balm - whatever you call it, it has the power to make even the most docile or grumpiest of cats awash with total happiness and bliss - plus it's pretty amusing to witness!
What is catnip?
First off, catnip is not a drug. Rather, it's part of the mint family, which boasts 250 species. It originally came from Europe and Asia and it was always destined to be loved by cats as it's derived from the Latin word 'cataria' meaning 'of a cat.' Essentially when the leaves of the plant are broken a chemical and essential oil called nepetalactone is released which many cats seem to respond to in a very, very positive way.
Why do cats love it?
It's a bit of a myth to say that all cats love catnip. The reality is around half of all cats don't respond at all to it. It's an inherited trait, so not all cats end up with the catnip-loving gene. If you're unsure whether you have a catnip lover on your hands, you'll know by six months of age. Kittens and older cats don't respond either to it's minty goodness. Interestingly, it's not only domestic cats that can fall under the spell of catnip - big cats like lions easily succumb to catnip's powers. We wonder if keeping some catnip in your pocket would help if you came face to face with a lion out in the wild? Essentially, what happens is the chemical nepatalactone mimics a cat's pheromones causing a surge in a cat's brain that makes them want to rub up against the smell. And boy, do they go wild…
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Quais são os efeitos colaterais?
Some typical reactions include:
• Eat, lick, roll around or sniff the catnip
• Rubbing themselves against the catnip
• Playing with the catnip
• Generally acting bizarrely
• Rolling and flipping
• Meowing or growling
• Hyperactivity
• Agression
It is possible for cats to overdose on catnip which can lead to vomiting or diarrhea. If they've had a bit too much catnip they might also be unresponsive, twitch, make random noises or excessively drool. It that's the case, remove them from the catnip - but don't worry, catnip wears off in around 15 minutes and cats do return to their normal selves.
These above reactions are all caused when a cat sniffs catnip, however, if they end up eating the catnip they may in fact become very mellow and sedate.
Is it safe?
Catnip é incrivelmente seguro e não carrega nenhuma ameaça à saúde do seu gato. Também não é possível para o seu gato para se tornar viciado. No entanto, como mencionado acima, se o seu gato se torna um pouco de um usuário freqüente eles podem experimentar diarréia - assim você pode ter que fazer o acesso limitado.
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How can it be used?
Once you've witnessed what a powerful effect catnip can have on your feline - you'll soon realise that you can use it to your advantage as a trusty training tool. If you want to curb any naughty behaviours or entice your cat to use something like a new bed, a sprinkle of catnip can go a long way. Similarly, you can also make bored kitties entertained by making simple catnip flavoured toys - try sprinkling an old sock with a bit of catnip.
É importante notar que o catnip secado é geralmente mais eficaz e mais apreciado por gatos do que é formas de spray contrapartes que não são tão fortes. Você também pode considerar crescer alguns em seu jardim, então você tem um fornecimento quase constante do material.
Qualquer catnip secado que você não está usando deve ser armazenado no congelador para preservar sua potência.
Can humans use it?
Apesar de ser popular com gatos, catnip também pode ser muito útil para os seres humanos também. Catnip tem propriedades semelhantes à camomila para que ele pode ser feito em um chá para fornecer efeitos calmantes.
It can also be used to help sooth ailments like:
• Mosquito bites
• Upset stomachs
• Dores de cabeça
• Coughing
• Insomnia
• Muscle aches and pains
• Chills
• Haemorrhoids
• Toothache
It can be used as a:
• Anaesthetic
• Anitbiotic
• Anti-Rheumatic
• Antispasmodic
• Astringent
• Diuretic
Please note, pregnant women should completely avoid catnip as it can induce uterine contractions.
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What is catnip?
First off, catnip is not a drug. Rather, it's part of the mint family, which boasts 250 species. It originally came from Europe and Asia and it was always destined to be loved by cats as it's derived from the Latin word 'cataria' meaning 'of a cat.' Essentially when the leaves of the plant are broken a chemical and essential oil called nepetalactone is released which many cats seem to respond to in a very, very positive way.
Why do cats love it?
It's a bit of a myth to say that all cats love catnip. The reality is around half of all cats don't respond at all to it. It's an inherited trait, so not all cats end up with the catnip-loving gene. If you're unsure whether you have a catnip lover on your hands, you'll know by six months of age. Kittens and older cats don't respond either to it's minty goodness. Interestingly, it's not only domestic cats that can fall under the spell of catnip - big cats like lions easily succumb to catnip's powers. We wonder if keeping some catnip in your pocket would help if you came face to face with a lion out in the wild? Essentially, what happens is the chemical nepatalactone mimics a cat's pheromones causing a surge in a cat's brain that makes them want to rub up against the smell. And boy, do they go wild…
Crédito da imagem
Quais são os efeitos colaterais?
Some typical reactions include:
• Eat, lick, roll around or sniff the catnip
• Rubbing themselves against the catnip
• Playing with the catnip
• Generally acting bizarrely
• Rolling and flipping
• Meowing or growling
• Hyperactivity
• Agression
It is possible for cats to overdose on catnip which can lead to vomiting or diarrhea. If they've had a bit too much catnip they might also be unresponsive, twitch, make random noises or excessively drool. It that's the case, remove them from the catnip - but don't worry, catnip wears off in around 15 minutes and cats do return to their normal selves.
These above reactions are all caused when a cat sniffs catnip, however, if they end up eating the catnip they may in fact become very mellow and sedate.
Is it safe?
Catnip é incrivelmente seguro e não carrega nenhuma ameaça à saúde do seu gato. Também não é possível para o seu gato para se tornar viciado. No entanto, como mencionado acima, se o seu gato se torna um pouco de um usuário freqüente eles podem experimentar diarréia - assim você pode ter que fazer o acesso limitado.
Crédito da imagem
How can it be used?
Once you've witnessed what a powerful effect catnip can have on your feline - you'll soon realise that you can use it to your advantage as a trusty training tool. If you want to curb any naughty behaviours or entice your cat to use something like a new bed, a sprinkle of catnip can go a long way. Similarly, you can also make bored kitties entertained by making simple catnip flavoured toys - try sprinkling an old sock with a bit of catnip.
É importante notar que o catnip secado é geralmente mais eficaz e mais apreciado por gatos do que é formas de spray contrapartes que não são tão fortes. Você também pode considerar crescer alguns em seu jardim, então você tem um fornecimento quase constante do material.
Qualquer catnip secado que você não está usando deve ser armazenado no congelador para preservar sua potência.
Can humans use it?
Apesar de ser popular com gatos, catnip também pode ser muito útil para os seres humanos também. Catnip tem propriedades semelhantes à camomila para que ele pode ser feito em um chá para fornecer efeitos calmantes.
It can also be used to help sooth ailments like:
• Mosquito bites
• Upset stomachs
• Dores de cabeça
• Coughing
• Insomnia
• Muscle aches and pains
• Chills
• Haemorrhoids
• Toothache
It can be used as a:
• Anaesthetic
• Anitbiotic
• Anti-Rheumatic
• Antispasmodic
• Astringent
• Diuretic
Please note, pregnant women should completely avoid catnip as it can induce uterine contractions.
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