What is cat grass?

Cat grass (catgrass) is a name used to describe a number of different types of grass which are popular with cats. There are two main species of grass referred to as cat grass. Dactylitis Glomerata (also known as Orchard Grass or Cock's Foot) and Avena sativa (common oat, cat oat). Other common "types" of grass are often referred to as "cat grass" include barley and wheatgrass.  When cats hunt and eat their prey, they would also consume the stomach and it's contents. These stomach contents would contain small amounts of plant material, which in turn your cat would ingest.

Where can I buy cat grass?

Most garden centres, hardware stores and pet stores sell containers of cat grass. It is also easy to grow from seed.