Silver Vine Sticks for Cats: Safe, Engaging, and Vet-Approved

I saw an ad while scrolling through Instagram about Silvervine sticks for cats. I had never heard of it – so I wrote it down and reached out to a reader, Teresa, I know to see if she had. She replied that she had and knew it was safe for cats. While emailing with our vet about Charlie’s recent dental, I decided to ask her about silver vine sticks too – to see if they were safe. She said, “Silver vine is fine to try–every kitty is different but heard that most really like it. I read a study they did with it, catnip, valerian root, and something else. Silver vine and catnip were the most popular.” So I found some organic silvervine on Amazon and ordered it. Here’s how Charlie and Trigg reacted. I will also try it with Caymus and Murphy and see if Amy wants to try it with Ash and Addie.

What does Silvervine do to cats?

Silvervine is very similar to catnip in its effects. After the cat comes into contact with the silvervine, it becomes very excited and it has a sudden burst of energy. It becomes very affectionate and also very vocal and rolls around in the silvervine. You will be able to notice its dilated pupils right away. Some cats may drool a little when exposed to silvervine, but there is nothing to worry about.  

Are Silvervine sticks safe for cats?

Yes, silvervine sticks are completely safe. They are approved by veterinarians, so they will not harm your cat in any way. Keep in mind that some cats do not have a reaction to silvervine, so you may notice no change at all.  

Can cats eat Silvervine sticks?

Yes, cats can eat silvervine sticks. The plant is entirely safe for cats, so eating it will not harm them. Most cats will settle to sniff and cuddle the silvervine sticks, but some of them might chew on them and eat the silvervine. Rest assured that it is ok for them to eat it.

Is Silvervine good for cats?

Yes, it is. Silvervine has a euphoric effect on cats, it makes them active, playful, affectionate and it has no side effects whatsoever. Aside from getting some exercise, the cat will also feel relaxed even after the effect of the silvervine has passed.

How long does Silvervine last?

The effects of the silvervine become visible as soon as the cat is exposed to it and they can last between 5 and 30 minutes. After the euphoric effects and boost of energy disappear, the cat will not be interested in silvervine for 20-30 minutes, so it is not possible to prologue the euphoric effects.

Silvervine sticks for dogs.

Silvervine is perfectly safe for dogs as well. They can play with the sticks, chew on them, and even eat some of the silvervine and they will not be harmed in any way. Keep in mind that dogs do not respond to silvervine as cats do. Most often, they have no reaction at all.

Where does Silvervine come from?

Silvervine comes from China and Japan. It is called Actinidia polygama, and it is a species of kiwifruit that grows in the mountains. It is a climbing plant, and it can get as long as 5-6 meters. The plant is used in both Chinese and Japanese traditional medicine to treat an extensive range of issues – from high cholesterol to kidney disease. It also has a euphoric effect on cats, and more cats respond to it than they do to catnip, which has similar effects but is far more popular. 

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Have you tried silvervine with your cats?  How do they respond?