As you know, if you give a cat to smell or try valerian, then its behavior is changing sharply. He begins to make wild sounds, run at a frantic speed, knitting corners along the way, ride on the floor or climb the walls. What is the case contained in this substance, which makes the cats beg it again and again?
Answering the question why cats love valerian, it is worthwhile to recognize its composition in more detail. The composition of valerian includes valerian acid, polysaccharides, essential oils, organic acids, resins and much more. It is the essential oils in the composition of valerian that are attractive to cats.
These oils act on feline, at the genetic level, since they are similar to the smell of sex hormones of cats. The smell of essential oils affects the central nervous system of cats. At the same time, biochemical processes begin to occur in the body in cats, during which the cats are released by male sex hormones.
Moreover, valerian is more affected by cats than cats. It is also known that some cats of valerian do not work, but this happens only until they try it. After the cats try valerian once, then after that they will demand her again. This fact indicates the narcotic effect of valerian. She creates in cats a state of euphoria, and after the end of this effect, cats can oversleep for several hours.
Veterinarians prescribe valerian for cats for medicinal purposes. It helps to increase activity in sluggish and sedentary cats.
But do not give a valerian to a pet too often. This can lead to consequences. Firstly, addiction may arise, akin to drug addiction. Secondly, a fatal outcome may occur from an excess.
