The fact that our pets’ thoughts and desires intrigue us is nothing new. Have you ever wondered why some pets have a fixation for grass, plants and weeds in general?

We can explain and even teach you how to plant a special treat for your best friend.

Grass for cats
If you get worried when you see your cat chewing grass, don’t fret: eating grass is entirely beneficial. This type of vegetation stimulates digestion, preventing intestinal problems and helping to control hairball formation. What’s more, cat grass acts and as dewormer.

Grass for dogs

Dogs tend to eat grass for basically the same reason as cats: to soothe colic and upset stomach. But there is also the matter of an intrinsic trait of the species: dogs are natural explorers, and they often discover the world by chewing a little bit of it.

Fun and health

A planter pot of specific grass for pets, in addition to health benefits, provides what veterinarians call environmental enrichment – it helps keep boredom at bay, expends energy and staves off anxiety, especially for animals that spend the day alone. Toys and treats are essential in the routine of dogs and cats. In this case, the strategy can use different types of grass, offering the animal different aromas, textures and flavors.

How to plant grass for pets: step-by-step

You can choose between various seeds: canary grass, corn, oats, wheat and flaxseed are safe for cats and dogs. In addition to grass, you can try planting some herbs – parsley, lavender, basil, lemongrass and mint are harmless to your pets and you can enjoy them as well. You will need soil, compost and a medium-sized planter pot or flower bed.

With everything on hand, mix the soil with the compost and fill the planter pot about halfway with this blend to form a base for the plants. On this surface layer, carefully deposit the seeds of your choice, leaving enough space between to allow them to grow. Cover with the remaining mixture and water the soil.

After planting, you should water the grass every day. Leave the planter pot in a well-lit place that gets least three hours of sunlight. Wheat seeds, for example, start to germinate within five days, while corn seeds take a little longer.

One final tip: plant more than one kind of seed in different pots. Thus, when your pet “destroys” the first batch of grass, you already have a second planter pot on hand.