<|im_start|>system
You are a helpful AI assistant.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
Why does catnip make my cat go crazy?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
The organic compound in catnip, nepetalactone, is what gives cats these bizarre reactions. Once the nepetalactone enters the cat’s nose, it binds to the olfactory cells which send their signal to the brain.

Nobody quite understands why it causes strange effects in cats, but some scientists believe that the brain interprets them as cat pheromones which causes their behaviour to go haywire. Aside from this, it acts as a natural mood enhancer, which may explain why cats like catnip so much!<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
Can you maybe elaborate what effect as catnip on cat?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
The reason some cats go wild over catnip is primarily due to a compound in the plant called nepetalactone. This compound mimics natural pheromones that attract cats, binding to their olfactory receptors and triggering a sort of "high." This reaction can include rolling around, vocalizing, and hyperactivity. Keep in mind, though, that not all cats are affected the same way by catnip.<|im_end|>