Catnip: A Little Goes A Long Way

Catnip is a treat many, but not all, cats love.  The chemical nepetalactone is what gives cats a temporary feeling of euphoria.  The euphoric feeling usually lasts about 15 minutes and afterward cats are relaxed and often ready to take…
When Cat Doesn’t Want To Be Your Friend

Many of you probably realize that cats are quite territorial, and the presence of someone different in their domain is quite unsettling to them. Right now, I’m petsitting at a four cat household.  Two cats are young, friendly and playful.…