Feb
18
2010
how old does my kitten have to be before he can play with toys that have catnip in them?
the vet thinks he’s 6-8 weeks old, and i want him to have things to play with but it’s very hard to find kitty toys without catnip in them.. how old should he be before i give him catnip?
If the toys contain the catnip and it’s not eating it directly (like giving him a pinch of ‘nip from a jar) you can give them toys immediately. As for giving them the straight weed – wait until they are 3-4 months old, and never more than a pinch.
Most cathouses, scratching post and toys are sprayed with the scent of ‘nip – and don’t use actual plants. All are safe for your kitten.
February 19th, 2010 at 4:43 am
He shouldn’t be under 2 months because it could cause his nervous system problems.
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February 19th, 2010 at 5:29 am
He can have catnip toys at any age. It’s just a matter of whether he reacts to the catnip or not. That’s the age thing.
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February 19th, 2010 at 5:41 am
6-8 months old i think!
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February 19th, 2010 at 6:15 am
If the toys contain the catnip and it’s not eating it directly (like giving him a pinch of ‘nip from a jar) you can give them toys immediately. As for giving them the straight weed – wait until they are 3-4 months old, and never more than a pinch.
Most cathouses, scratching post and toys are sprayed with the scent of ‘nip – and don’t use actual plants. All are safe for your kitten.
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February 19th, 2010 at 6:53 am
a few months
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