Valerian (valeriana officinalis) is a flowering plant known for its strong, distinctive scent and its calming effects in ...

Most cats prefer getting the euphoria hit that catnip offers through playing with the best catnip toys, but for some cats, eating it produces a calming effect similar to chamomile. According to expert ...

There's a scientific reason for the feline reaction: Catnip contains the oil nepetalactone, which binds to the cat's ...

According to expert vet, Dr Rebecca MacMillan, eating large volumes of catnip may cause mild digestive disturbances, but because it's non-toxic it won't do any further harm. Below, she explains ...

a veterinarian at Wellborn Road Veterinary Medical Center in College Station, Texas. Catnip is an herb that has the ability to excite cats or calm them down. When cats smell catnip, they may jump ...