How Valerian Root is Helping Cats at Safe Cats Rescue

At Mimea, we believe in giving back to the community and supporting causes that make a real difference. That’s why we’re proud to donate valerian root to Safe Cats Rescue in Warrington, a dedicated sanctuary for vulnerable and abandoned cats. Their tireless work ensures cats in need receive the care, comfort, and love they deserve while they await their forever homes.

But why valerian root? Let’s explore its benefits and how it’s helping the residents at Safe Cats Rescue.

What Is Valerian Root and How Does It Help Cats?

Valerian root, derived from the Valeriana officinalis plant, is well-known for its soothing and calming properties in humans, but it can have a remarkable effect on our feline friends too. Unlike catnip, which excites most cats, valerian root often has a calming effect while still providing mental stimulation. For others, it creates a state of happy relaxation that can help alleviate stress and anxiety.

Here’s how valerian root can benefit cats:

1. Eases Anxiety: Cats can feel stressed for many reasons, from moving to a new environment to being around unfamiliar people or animals. Valerian root can help create a sense of calm, making transitions smoother.
2. Encourages Play: Some cats respond to valerian root with increased playfulness, which is a great way to encourage activity and enrich their environment.
3. Helps with Restlessness: If a cat is restless or agitated, valerian root may help promote relaxation and even improve sleep quality.
4. Alternative to Catnip: Not all cats respond to catnip, but valerian root often works as an effective alternative. It has a unique smell that’s highly appealing to many cats.

At Safe Cats Rescue, valerian root is used to help nervous or timid cats settle into their surroundings. It’s also used during enrichment activities to encourage play and interaction, helping cats build confidence and reducing stress.

The Work of Safe Cats Rescue

Safe Cats Rescue is a not-for-profit organisation that works tirelessly to rescue and rehome cats in need. Based in Warrington, this sanctuary provides a haven for abandoned, stray, and abused cats, offering them shelter, medical care, and the attention they need to thrive.

The team at Safe Cats Rescue doesn’t just stop at care—they go above and beyond to ensure every cat has a chance to live their best life. They work with adopters to find the perfect match, creating forever homes where cats feel loved and secure.

Their commitment extends to special needs cats, too, ensuring older cats, those with health issues, or those requiring extra support aren’t left behind. Every cat matters at Safe Cats Rescue, and their work is a testament to what compassion and dedication can achieve.

How Mimea Supports Their Mission

We’re honoured to contribute to Safe Cats Rescue by donating valerian root. This small but impactful gesture helps enhance the lives of their feline residents, whether by easing anxiety or adding enrichment to their daily routines. It’s our way of supporting their incredible mission and the countless cats they help. Below is an image of the Christmas Jars the centre has made for the rescue cats using our valerian root.

How You Can Help

If you’re inspired by the work Safe Cats Rescue does, there are many ways to get involved. You can:

• Donate funds to help with medical care, food, and shelter.
• Follow their updates on their Facebook page and spread the word about their efforts.
• Consider adopting one of their cats to give them the loving home they deserve.

At Mimea, we’re always looking for ways to support causes close to our hearts, and Safe Cats Rescue is one of them. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of these wonderful animals.

Let’s continue to create a kinder world, one paw at a time.