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Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Domestic animals & pets > Cats
Mildred Drost has had the honor of meeting many wonderful
beings-canine, feline, and wild. She has had comical interludes and
been shocked and horrified. She has seen, met, and experienced
miracles. Through it all, she has become part of the best career in
the world. Dr. Drost is a veterinarian who, by her own admission,
is completely fascinated by her patients.
In Until One Has Loved an Animal, Dr. Drost shares all the
amusing and heartwarming ways that pet affect all of our lives. She
recalls the ninety-pound Malamute who spontaneously decides he
wants a live chicken for lunch while on a jog with her; the German
shepherd who makes any other ornery dog look like an angel; and the
cat who, seemingly possessed at night, steals geraniums. Providing
an entertaining and informative glimpse into the lives of pets and
their owners, Dr. Drost also explores animal emotions and health,
proving that these creatures, both large and small, often feel the
same sentiments as humans.
The stories of this collection offer an intriguing look into the
animal psyche, the importance of pet rescue, and all the reasons
why we cannot help but love animals unconditionally.
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Cat Poems
(Paperback)
Elizabeth Bishop, Stevie Smith, Ezra Pound, Charles Baudelaire, William Carlos Williams, …
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You Know How a Cat
will bring a mouse it has
caught and lay it at your
feet so each morning I
bring you a poem that
I've written when I woke
up in the night as my tribute
to your beauty &
a promise of my love.
-James Laughlin
Across the ages, cats have provided their adopted humans with companionship, affection, mystery, and innumerable metaphors. Cats raise a mirror up to their beholders; cats endlessly captivate and hypnotise, frustrate and delight. To poets, in particular, these enigmatic creatures are the most delightful and beguiling of muses, as they purr, prowl, hunt, play, meow, and nap, often oblivious to their so-called masters. Cat Poems offers a litter of odes to our beloved felines by some of the greatest poets of all time.
OUR CATS AND ALL ABOUT THEM: THEIR VARIETIES, HABITS, AND
MANAGEMENT; AND FOR SHOW, THE STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE AND BEAUTY. By
Harrison Weir. A READ COUNTRY BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. Originally
published in 1889 this rare book has long been considered a classic
among cat books. It is now very hard to find in its first edition.
READ COUNTRY BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and
illustrations as part of their HISTORY OF THE CAT series. The
author spent over fifty years carefully researching the history,
and observing the nature of the cat in preparation for writing this
important work. He noted their habits, watched their ways and found
lasting pleasure in their companionship. The book abounds with
Harrison Weir's beautiful engravings of cat varieties and
associated subjects. Two hundred and sixty pages contain many
comprehensive chapters on the ways of the cat, its habits,
instincts, peculiarities, usefulness, colours, markings, forms,
etc. Other chapters deal with the folk and other lore, including
superstitions and proverbs, both ancient and modern, connected with
the cat. Of much interest to the serious cat enthusiast will be the
notes and descriptions on the various varieties of cat: Long Haired
Cats - The Angora. - The Persian Cat. - The Russian Long Haired
Cat. - The Tortoiseshell Cat. - Tabby Cats. - The Abyssinian. -
White Cats. - Black Cats. Blue Cats. - Siamese Cats. - Manx Cats.
Wild Cats. - Various Others. Also included is information on
breeding, mating, diseases, showing, points etc. This is a
fascinating and well illustrated read for any cat lover or
historian of the breeds, but also contains much information that is
still useful and practical today. Many ofthe earliest cat books,
particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now
extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. READ COUNTRY BOOKS are
republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,
modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
If you have always wanted a cat but are put off by their reputation
of being snooty, uncaring, and messy, then it's time to learn more
about possible feline ownership by picking up "So! You Want to Get
a Cat."
As someone who has lived with cats most of her life, Audrey Fox
Frederick knows about the joys they can bring. But she also
understands that they can cause sleepless nights and be expensive.
Frederick delves into the world of frisky felines and explains that
being the owner of a cat does not simply consist of putting down a
dish of food and water. She teaches you how to address problems
that take cat owners by surprise, explains why cats behave in
strange ways, and helps you understand how they think.
Dog owners and cat owners alike will enjoy this informative look
at one of the world's most beloved creatures. "So! You Want to Get
a Cat" is a straightforward guide about cat ownership that will
help you decide whether or not to become a cat owner.
Arthritis is common in dogs and increasingly prevalent in cats. In
this comprehensive, up-to-date resource, Dr. Shawn Messonnier, the
world's leading holistic veterinarian, equips pet owners with the
knowledge they need to recognize and treat this debilitating
condition. Dr. Shawn helps caregivers blend the most effective
conventional and alternative therapies, including acupuncture,
homeopathy, and nutritional supplements. He offers tips on
preventing arthritis and getting the most out of vet visits. In
addition, Dr. Shawn distinguishes the approaches appropriate for
cats and dogs, highlights age-specific strategies, and offers diet
and exercise guidelines for the arthritic pet. The result is the
most effective care for companion animals -- and peace of mind for
the humans who love them.
This updated edition of the bestselling All Cats Have Asperger
Syndrome provides an engaging, gentle introduction to autism.
All-new cats take a playful look at the world of autism, and these
fun feline friends will strike a chord with all those who are
familiar with typical autistic traits, bringing to life common
characteristics such as sensory sensitivities, social issues and
communication difficulties. Touching, humorous and insightful, this
book evokes all the joys and challenges of being on the autism
spectrum, leaving the reader with a sense of the dignity,
individuality and the potential of autistic people.
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