{"product_id":"set-of-5-natural-matatabi-sticks-for-cats-silvervine-chew-play-toy-eco-friendly","title":"Matatabi Sticks for Cats (6-Pack) – Natural Silvervine Chew Sticks with Storage Tube","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSix natural matatabi (silver vine) chew sticks in a resealable tube.\u003c\/strong\u003e Matatabi is a climbing plant from East Asia that many cats adore. In one study, most cats that ignored catnip still reacted to silver vine. Cats lick, chew, rub and roll with the sticks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy cats love matatabi\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood contains natural scent compounds (mainly nepetalactol) that trigger a short, happy reaction: rubbing, rolling, licking and playful chewing. It's a great alternative for cats that aren't interested in catnip. Learn more in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/fox-hollow-journal\/what-does-catnip-do-to-cats\"\u003eour guide to catnip, matatabi and valerian\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer one stick at a time while you're nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly scratch the bark with a fingernail to release more scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut the stick back in the tube after play to keep it fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 matatabi sticks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural silver vine wood (Actinidia polygama)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResealable, reusable tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult cats; most kittens react from around 3–6 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways supervise play and check the toy regularly. Remove it if it becomes damaged or loose. No cat toy is indestructible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervise chewing. Take sticks away once they splinter or are small enough to swallow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore sealed and out of your cat's reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways provide fresh water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is matatabi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatatabi (silver vine) is a plant related to kiwi. Its dried wood is used as a natural chew stick for cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs matatabi better than catnip?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeither is better, but more cats react to silver vine (about 80% in one study) than to catnip (about 67%). It's especially worth trying if your cat ignores catnip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a stick last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt depends on how much your cat chews. Scratch the bark to refresh the scent, and replace sticks once they're worn or splintered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct safety information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold by: Calico \u0026amp; Clover, Amy Louise Berchner, Rudolf-Ziersch-Str. 14, 42287 Wuppertal, Germany. Contact: hello@calicoclover.com. Pet product, not a toy for children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calico \u0026 Clover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56976965697861,"sku":"TOY-STK-NAT-001","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/7868\/8325\/files\/4686FB07-C5FF-4540-B9B9-F113D707DCA8.png?v=1775665492","url":"https:\/\/calicoclover.com\/products\/set-of-5-natural-matatabi-sticks-for-cats-silvervine-chew-play-toy-eco-friendly","provider":"Calico \u0026 Clover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}