Okay, so I’ve been seeing a lot of talk online about this stuff called “silvervine” for cats. Apparently, it’s like catnip, but even more intense? I was curious, so I decided to try it out with my own furball, Mittens.
Getting the Silvervine
First things first, I had to get my hands on some of this silvervine. I hopped online and found a brand called “TWINCRITTERS” that sells these things called “KittiForti” which are basically organic silvervine toys. They had a 2-pack, so I figured that would be enough for a test run. I placed the order and waited. The package came pretty quick, I gotta say.
Giving it to Mittens
When the package arrived, I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. Inside were two little sticks of what looked like dried-up twigs. I picked one up and waved it in front of Mittens’s face. At first, she just stared at it, probably thinking, “What the heck is this thing?” But then, she took a sniff, and oh boy, things got interesting.
She started rubbing her face all over the stick, purring like a motor. Then she grabbed it with her paws and started bunny-kicking it like crazy! It was hilarious to watch. She was rolling around on the floor, tossing the stick in the air, and just having a grand old time. This went on for a good 20 minutes. I’d never seen her this excited about anything before, except maybe that one time a bird flew into the house.
The Aftermath
After about half an hour, the effects started to wear off. Mittens calmed down and went back to her usual self, napping in her favorite sunbeam. I noticed she seemed really relaxed and content, though. It was like she’d just had a really good workout or something. I put the silvervine stick away in a drawer, figuring I’d save it for another special occasion.
Some Research
- Later on, I did a bit more reading about silvervine. Turns out, it’s perfectly safe for cats. It’s not toxic or anything.
- Apparently, it contains something called “actinidine,” which is a strong cat attractant and also some kind of insect pheromone. Weird, right?
- They say it’s more potent than catnip and can cause different reactions in cats. I guess that explains why Mittens went so wild!
- I also found out that people in Asia use silvervine as a health aid. I guess it’s good for more than just entertaining cats.
Trying Silvervine Powder
I also learned that silvervine comes in a powder form. I decided to order some “WoLover Silvervine Sticks for Cats” which also had the powder, just to see what the difference was. When it arrived, I sprinkled about 1/4 teaspoon (that’s around 0.5 grams, apparently) on the floor. Mittens went nuts for this stuff too! She rolled around in it, sniffed it, and licked it up. It was like watching a whole new level of cat craziness.
Conclusion
Overall, I’d say my experiment with silvervine was a success. Mittens loved it, and it was super entertaining to watch her. I’ll definitely be giving it to her again, but maybe not too often. Don’t want her getting used to it! I read somewhere that it’s best to give it as a treat every few days and to put it away after each use. Makes sense. Gotta keep things interesting, you know? I’m pretty happy with this, and I think Mittens is too. She’s been extra cuddly lately, so maybe the silvervine chilled her out a bit. Who knows? Anyway, if you’re looking for a new way to entertain your cat, I’d definitely recommend giving silvervine a try. Just be prepared for some serious kitty shenanigans!
