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Mia Cobb, Research Fellow, Animal Welfare Science Centre, The University of Melbourne

Are catnip and treats like it safe for cats? Here's how they affect their minds and moods

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Cats kept indoors can live a good life when they get access to a variety of positive experiences. Examples include performing natural behaviours, feeling safe at home and using their full sensory capabilities, including their sense of smell.

Plants such as catnip, cat thyme and silver vine are potent smelly stimulants that can affect cat minds and moods.

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