Think you know everything about your feline companion?
In 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Cats, trivia specialist and certified cat fancier J. Stephen Lang puts your whisker wisdom to the test with 1,001 tantalizing trivia tidbits. From myths and legends to famous cat lovers (and haters), ""catty"" phrases to cartoon kitties, bewildering behavioral quirks to mating and motherhood, you'll learn about:
* five U.S. presidents who adored cats . . . and one who hated them with a passion
* why cats enjoy kneading their human companions with their paws;
* a breed of cat with webbed feet who swims for his seafood supper
* the most popular male and female cat names today.

With these and 997 other delicious trivia morsels, you'll discover an abundance of unexpected delights on every page

The book to bring home before you bring home a kitten or a cat!

At last--a practical, hands-on guide to help you determine if your family is ready for a kitten or a cat. Cats are usually fairly selfsufficient and wonderfully entertaining, but they do require some attention and care. With loads of information and a fun, family-friendly style, this book provides a realistic understanding of the responsibilities of cat ownership. Information and interactive activities include:

Worksheets that help you make informed decisions, keep good records, and more

Questions and charts to help you determine if your family is ready for cat ownership, whether to get a kitten or a cat, where to get your pet, and more

Checklists covering cat-proofing your home, vaccinations your new pet should have, items you'll need before bringing your cat home, and other aspects of being a responsible pet "parent"

Cat care chore charts, including the dreaded litter box duty

Suggested activities, including pages for kids to color

Resources to keep with your pet's records and information

After you welcome a kitten or a cat into your family, this book provides the essential information on litter box training, boundary training, scratching training, nutrition, exercise, grooming, common health problems, and lots more. You'll know how to make your cat the purr-fect family pet!

Anecdotes involving seven different cats teach familiar moral lessons, includ knowing oneself, accepting oneself, governing oneself, valuing oneself, stay in touch with oneself, and others.

The experts reveal how to interpret and understand your cat's symptoms
and what steps to take to ensure its health.

This comprehensive and practical book is designed to assist cat owners in understanding their pets' bodies and health based on signs and symptoms of disease, and in determining the most common medical problems that might cause particular symptoms.
     Adopting the "decision chart" format from popular symptom guides for human ailments, such as the American Medical Association's Guide to Your Family's Symptoms and Take Care of Yourself, five leading veterinarians have designed a user-friendly chart system that will guide a pet owner from noting the symptom and observing the cat's behavior to understanding the associated signs of an illness, the possible conditions, and the best steps to take. Filled with more than 150 charts in an easy-to-follow two-color format and medical drawings, The Veterinarians' Guide to Your Cat's Symptoms is the indispensable reference for cat owners. It not only considers the problems of sick and injured pets, but also addresses the needs of healthy animals. It has all the information a cat owner needs:

¸  What a healthy cat should look like
¸  Flow charts to the 200 most common symptoms
¸  Behavioral issues, such as spraying and clawing
¸  Emergency first aid, including transporting an injured cat
¸  A glossary of veterinary diagnostic tests and medical terms

With this unique combination of medical information and advice, plus an innovative chart system, The Veterinarians' Guide to Your Cat's Symptoms will ensure that your cat really does have nine lives.

As seen on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch! No Life Too Small is the joyful and inspiring story of the world's first animal hospice, celebrating the power and beauty of nature, the strength of the human and animal spirit, and the importance of love, friendship and community. It will leave you with a tear in your eye, a smile on your face and a renewed belief in human kindness. A few years ago Alexis Fleming was bedridden with a chronic illness. Things became so bad that she wanted to end her life many times during this period - but her beloved dog, Maggie, kept her going, especially when doctors gave her just six weeks to live. Incredibly, Alexis fought her way back to health with Maggie by her side, only for Maggie to die of lung cancer two years later on a vet's operating table. Alexis was devastated that Maggie had died without her and decided to start an animal hospice in her name in the hope that she could ensure other animals nearing the end of their life would not have to die alone. Six months later, the Maggie Fleming Animal Hospice was launched. Alexis has turned a dilapidated farm in rural Scotland into a haven for animals to live out their last days in comfort and at peace. With the help of the local community, despite many challenges, the hospice came to life. Meanwhile , Alexis' own health was deteriorating again and she needed life-threatening surgery. Alexis came through the operation and the road to her recovery was paved with companionship from the animals in her care, particularly Bran, a dog who had been dumped with terminal cancer and given six weeks. He recovered alongside Alexis and went on to live for two more years. Dogs, however old and mangy, chickens, sheep, goats, pigs, cockerels and even turkeys : The Maggie Fleming Hospice is a place where all manner of terminally-ill, abandoned animals come to live out their last days in comfort and are treated with love. Looking after dying animals has taught Alexis what really matters in life - kindness, compassion and love.

Think you know everything about your feline companion?
In 1,001 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Cats, trivia specialist and certified cat fancier J. Stephen Lang puts your whisker wisdom to the test with 1,001 tantalizing trivia tidbits. From myths and legends to famous cat lovers (and haters), "catty" phrases to cartoon kitties, bewildering behavioral quirks to mating and motherhood, you'll learn about:
* five U.S. presidents who adored cats . . . and one who hated them with a passion!
* why cats enjoy kneading their human companions with their paws;
* a breed of cat with webbed feet who swims for his seafood supper!
* the most popular male and female cat names today.

With these and 997 other delicious trivia morsels, you'll discover an abundance of unexpected delights on every page!

Authoritative, easy-to-follow guidance in giving your cat the best possible care

Written by the former president of the Academy of Feline Medicine and the proprietor of a feline-only veterinary clinic, Guide to a Healthy Cat is the definitive guide to feline well-being. Dr. Elaine Wexler-Mitchell provides the most up-to-date information about cat health, including vaccine recommendations, new therapeutic diets, and the latest treatments for kidney disease. You'll find everything you need to know about raising a kitten, feeding the finicky feline, grooming for good health, caring for a senior cat, and keeping peace in a multi-cat home. From the scoop on litter boxes to the keys to feline mental health, this user-friendly guide is packed with plain-English explanations and advice to help keep your cat healthy, including:

• A thorough discussion of feline disease-how to combat it and manage it
• The latest on proper nutrition and the best foods for your cat
• Sensible, practical advice on keeping your cat safe from household dangers
• Chapters on how to tell if your cat is sick and whether it's an emergency; what the most common veterinary diagnostic tests are and what the results mean; and what items in your medicine cabinet are safe to give to your cat-and which ones are not
• Information on what you can catch from your cat and how to control allergies to cats
• The latest developments in keeping cats flea-free
• A glossary of veterinary and cat terms

Guide to a Healthy Cat gives you all the knowledge and tools you need to understand your cat and his or her health needs-and provide the best care.

This serene meditation on the special bond between cat lovers and their aloof, playful, adorable, and intelligent objects of affection captures in words and pictures the many quiet pleasures that only cats can provide. Pamela Wallin eloquently shares her feelings about one particular Siamese, appropriately named "Kitty," striking a peaceful, introspective tone befitting her subject. Kitty has been at Pamela's side through many of life's traumas, and Pamela records her reflections on the solace and joy that come from her purring and comforting companion. But beyond personal touches, Pamela also explores the place of cats in history, lore, literature, and art, introducing us along the way to numerous famous cats and cat owners. The beautiful photography of Anne Bayin accompanying the text reveals Kitty's many-faceted personality in various tranquil domestic settings. This affectionate tribute will delight cat lovers and please their feline friends.

So You Think Your Cat Isn't Trainable?

Imagine your cat climbing a ladder on command, ringing a bell to let you know it's time to go outside, or leaping from the ground onto your shoulder. Through clear text and entertaining illustrations, The Little Book of Cat Tricks provides hours of fun for you and your cat. The two of you will learnHide & SeekPucker UpShake on ItTake a StandPlus 16 other fun tricks ""The Little Book of Cat Tricks"" is a must-have for every cat lover.

So You Think Your Cat Isn't Trainable?

Imagine your cat climbing a ladder on command, ringing a bell to let you know it's time to go outside, or leaping from the ground onto your shoulder. Through clear text and entertaining illustrations, The Little Book of Cat Tricks provides hours of fun for you and your cat. The two of you will learnHide & SeekPucker UpShake on ItTake a StandPlus 16 other fun tricks ""The Little Book of Cat Tricks"" is a must-have for every cat lover.

Finally, a book that deals with stray cats; a how-to guide to trapping and dealing with a stray cat. As a pet owner, animal lover and director of a humane organization that deals with stray cats every day, this book gives us one more tool to offer to people who want to help the thousands of strays that wander our streets. Bravo Joseph J. Sprague, Jr., Executive Director, Tree House Animal Foundation
""Tamara Kreuz cares about the plight of stray and feral cats and gives practical ways to help them. Individuals and shelters can benefit from this book. If those who find stray animals can themselves set about to help by finding homes for domestic strays, or by creating safe havens for feral cats, this will make life a lot easier for shelter personnel, who are all too often overburdened by the number of animals they receive. We highly recommend The Stray Cat Handbook."" Louise Holton and Becky Robinson, Co-founders, Alley Cat Allies: The National Feral Cat Network
""This is a must read for those considering animal rescue work. The information and suggestions provided are first rate and are based on actual experiences."" Linda A. Heller, Division Manager, Orange County Animal Services (Florida)
A Howell Cat Book of Distinction

"Finally, a book that deals with stray cats; a how-to guide to trapping and dealing with a stray cat. As a pet owner, animal lover and director of a humane organization that deals with stray cats every day, this book gives us one more tool to offer to people who want to help the thousands of strays that wander our streets. Bravo!" Joseph J. Sprague, Jr., Executive Director, Tree House Animal Foundation

"Tamara Kreuz cares about the plight of stray and feral cats and gives practical ways to help them. Individuals and shelters can benefit from this book. If those who find stray animals can themselves set about to help by finding homes for domestic strays, or by creating safe havens for feral cats, this will make life a lot easier for shelter personnel, who are all too often overburdened by the number of animals they receive. We highly recommend The Stray Cat Handbook." Louise Holton and Becky Robinson, Co-founders, Alley Cat Allies: The National Feral Cat Network

"This is a must read for those considering animal rescue work. The information and suggestions provided are first rate and are based on actual experiences." Linda A. Heller, Division Manager, Orange County Animal Services (Florida)
A Howell Cat Book of Distinction

If you or someone you know loves a cat, chances are they love taking pictures of their cat, too. But cats can be tricky little guys to photograph. They move quickly when you want them to stay still and are sedentary logs when you're going for an action shot. Add to that all of the variables of shooting indoors or outdoors, and it can be a difficult job. Enter How to Take Awesome Photos of Cats, where popular cat photographer and Instagrammer Andrew Marttila (Cats on Catnip, Shop Cats of New York) walks you through all the steps you need to know to take perfect photos of your favorite feline. This lighthearted, gifty guide will include dozens of photos and share practical tips for both amateur photographers and experts alike, all told in a fun, accessible, and lighthearted way.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of I Could Pee on This, Francesco Marciuliano, comes a lesson from cats in resistance. Cats are done with humans' crap. For too long they have put up with baby talk, the humiliation of holiday costumes, and the social injustice of being told, "No." They will not sleep through this anymore. We humans have woken the beast, and in this book they have gathered together to reclaim their voice, loudly and repeatedly until we pay attention. Watch the uprising unfold, through anthems such as "Redefine Terms," "Accepted," "Decide," "A New Dawn," and "Just What Do You Think You're Doing?" Show support for your feline friends and try to understand why they're so spitting mad.

ONCE IN NINE LIVES, SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY HAPPENS.
The last thing Gwen Cooper wanted was another cat. She already had two, not to mention a phenomenally underpaying job and a recently broken heart. Then Gwen's veterinarian called with a story about a three-week-old eyeless kitten who'd been abandoned. It was love at first sight.
Everyone warned that Homer would always be an "underachiever." But the kitten nobody believed in quickly grew into a three-pound dynamo with a giant heart who eagerly made friends with every human who crossed his path. Homer scaled seven-foot bookcases with ease, survived being trapped alone for days after 9/11 in an apartment near the World Trade Center, and even saved Gwen's life when he chased off an intruder who broke into their home in the middle of the night. But it was Homer's unswerving loyalty, his infinite capacity for love, and his joy in the face of all obstacles that transformed Gwen's life. And by the time she met the man she would marry, she realized that Homer had taught her the most valuable lesson of all: Love isn't something you see with your eyes.

Cats on Catnip caught the attention of cat lovers everywhere with its hilarious cats and wow-worthy photography. Now you can send Cats on Catnip postcards to your friends and family with this deluxe postcard book enclosed in a three-piece case, featuring twenty individual postcards -- two cards of each design -- showcasing funny and adorable felines as they play with, roll in, and chow down their beloved catnip. Professional pet photographer and self-confessed crazy cat man Andrew Marttila's brilliant photography captures a variety of breeds with their lovable and silly expressions and personalities.

"Practical Kitten Care" gives owners all the health-care advice they'll need for their kitty's first 1 to 18 months. There are chapters on feeding and nutrition, overall grooming, preventive care, problems of various areas such as eyes and ears, and a final chapter on ushering in cathood.

Want to train your human even more purrfectly? This title has 100 ways to work out your human's weird behaviour and so gain more cat power. Cats rule OK! Here are a few choice tips from the book. Adopt a rescue human. They think they are adopting you. Humans that need homes go to special places where cats are kept. These are rescue humans. Humans can't caterwaul - except in the bath or sometimes when they play the piano. They cannot purr. Cat psychologists suggest that this gap in the human vocal repertoire is due to their lack of inner confidence and serenity. Baby humans don't have anyone of their own age to play with, but it doesn't matter as much as it would for a kitten as they are amazingly retarded. Gay tom humans make the best pets.

At last, a book for cat owners that emphasizes total care and companionship and addresses the special needs of longhaired cats!

"The Longhaired Cat: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet" includes a description and beautiful color photo of each longhaired breed, information on how and where to choose your cat, sound advice on how to keep your cat healthy, insight into your cat's behavior, and much more.

"The Longhaired Cat: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet" is full of easy-to-reference sidebars on everything from what to put in your cat's first aid kit to old-world legends about cat history. Whether you're a new cat owner with questions about bringing home your new pet, or a long-time cat lover facing new feline dilemmas, this book will provide you with the answers you need.

Winner! 1995 Best Instructional Nonfiction Book --Cat Writers' Association "This is a delightful, practical, well-written, sensible, and easy-to-follow book...about living with cats and enjoying them." -- John E. Saidla, DVM, Director of Continuing Education, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University Is Your Cat Crazy? provides feline fans with a wealth of practical information and entertaining stories drawn from Dr. Wright's long practice making housecalls on dysfunctional cats. Along with helpful suggestions on how to cope with the most common behavior problems, he shows cat owners how and when to pick out a new kitten, what determines a cat's personality, how to deal with multiple cats, and what works and doesn't work when it comes to kitty "discipline." Whether the problem is strange eating habits or disdain for the litter box, aggression or post-traumatic stress, Is Your Cat Crazy? will help restore order to a cat-crazy home.

Winner 1995 Best Instructional Nonfiction Book --Cat Writers' Association ""This is a delightful, practical, well-written, sensible, and easy-to-follow book.about living with cats and enjoying them."" -- John E. Saidla, DVM, Director of Continuing Education, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University Is Your Cat Crazy? provides feline fans with a wealth of practical information and entertaining stories drawn from Dr. Wright's long practice making housecalls on dysfunctional cats. Along with helpful suggestions on how to cope with the most common behavior problems, he shows cat owners how and when to pick out a new kitten, what determines a cat's personality, how to deal with multiple cats, and what works and doesn't work when it comes to kitty ""discipline."" Whether the problem is strange eating habits or disdain for the litter box, aggression or post-traumatic stress, Is Your Cat Crazy? will help restore order to a cat-crazy home.

That there is a tremendous overpopulation of cats in the United States is both common knowledge and a matter of grave concern. For many who would acquire a new pet, adoption is viewed as the most responsible means of finding the right cat. However, it is important to understand that if you decide to open your home to a stray or adopt from a shelter, an extra measure of patience, love and understanding is essential. Adopting Cats and Kittens: A Care and Training Guide reflects the special circumstances that surround the ""recycled"" cat and helps the new owner provide the cat with the secure, nurturing environment every pet deserves. This book offers sensible guidance on what your new cat needs to be happy and healthy and what to do to keep from contributing to the pet population explosion. Adopting Cats and Kittens is a book with a mission and a message of hope and concern for all who love cats and seek an end to their cruel treatment and abuse.

This is the ultimate practical project book for your furry friend, with catwalk fashions and furnishings, kitty recipes, exciting games and amusements, and even a fun guide to astrology and your cat's horoscope. It includes inspirational craft projects such as coats and collars, delicious recipes to tempt even the fussiest eaters, grooming, massage and aromatherapy techniques, and exciting games to keep your feline companion amused. It offers great food ideas to cheer up your pet's day, such as Sardine Soup, Mouseburger Bites and Rabbit Chasseur. It guarantees healthy pets with bright eyes and bushy tails. Cats are meant to be worshipped, and this book shows how to create the purrfect pet environment for your very best friend. The book begins with ideas for creating dream castles and carriers filled with luxurious soft furnishings. Every moggie wants to look good, and there are easy-to-sew projects such as a tartan winter coat and a high-fashion diamante collar. The book includes recipes that your cat will love, from fish fancies and mackerel munchies to puss poussin. Every feline needs to be pampered, and a wash-and-brush-up guide gives grooming and fur-styling techniques for both short- and long-haired cats, as well as massage tips. A section on games explains how to make paper mice, felt bird toys and a scratching post. There is even a fun guide to astrology, exploring your cat's zodiac sign and personality.

This title offers an alternative therapies for cat health and vitality. Features: an expertly written guide to holistic care for good cat health and well-being, helping to prevent ill health and maintain your pet's natural balance and harmony; understanding the link between body and mind: day-to-day preventative cat care, with professional advice on housing, feeding, grooming, exercise, worming, neutering and reproduction; an accessible guide to the major holistic therapies available in modern veterinary care: what they involve, how they work, and how your cat will respond; step-by-step instruction for alternative therapies to practise at home, including herbalism, homeopathy, aromatherapy, massage and Bach Flower remedies; and beautifully illustrated with over 280 photographs from a leading animal and wildlife photographer, showing how each therapy and treatment is applied. A natural lifestyle in tune with your cat's needs will help maintain balance and harmony, and this book aims to treat the whole animal with preventative and supportive remedies. It covers day-to-day care, housing, exercise, grooming, nutrition and diet, and then focuses on therapies such as massage, TTouch, physiotherapy, osteopathy, herbalism, homeopathy, Bach Flowers and aromatherapy. It provides solutions for problems such as aggression, fear and jealousy, eye and ear disorders, digestive problems and skin irritations. It is a beautifully illustrated reference book which offers an invaluable guide to cat health for owners who want the very best for their pet.