Many people know that pets are partial to a special plant - catnip.
The love of animals for plants has been known for a long time.
Everyone remembers how the ancient Egyptians respected cats, so they left the plant for them to treat.
Why Cats Love "Their" Mint
Experts remind that not all animals start behaving strangely when in contact with mint. It affects only 70% of cats. Also, small kittens may be indifferent to the plant.
But everyone else really shows an unprecedented interest in the plant.
The explanation is simple: catnip contains special oils that have such an unusual effect on pets. An interesting feature is that love or indifference to the plant is determined at the genetic level.
Despite the fact that cats' behavior may surprise and alarm you, there is no harm from mint.
However, you shouldn’t get carried away with this kind of “phytotherapy”: everything is good in moderation.
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