Anyone who has a cat or kitten knows how crazy their feline friend goes for catnip. What is catnip, though, and why does it drive cats crazy? According to PetMD, catnip is a herb closely related to ...

Cats as a species are creatures that become stressed very easily, and this can lead them to physical discomfort, and sore patches caused by overgrooming. That's why it's good to help your cat relax, ...

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As the Christmas season gets underway thoughts turn to buying gifts for the entire family. For some, companion animals are on the gift list, particularly cats and dogs who share our homes and hearts.

As a responsible pet parent, it’s only natural to have questions about catnip, such as how it works and whether it’s a good cat treat. You may even wonder whether you are inadvertently drugging your ...

If you're a cat lover, you know that your furry friends can go absolutely wild for a sprinkling of catnip, the green herb that can be found in many cat toys or even grown in your own garden. Once a ...

After a stressful day at work, many people enjoy indulging in a large glass of their favourite wine. Now, if you have a cat or dog, your pet can join in on the plonk–fuelled relaxation. Muttley's ...

Lucy Notarantonio is Newsweek's Senior Lifestyle and Trends Reporter, based in Birmingham, UK. Her focus is trending stories and human interest features ranging from health, pets and travel. Lucy ...