There are many myths our culture perpetuates about domestic cats: they live longer indoors, sleep all day, are easy and low-maintenance pets, and can't be trained. Even the most well-meaning kitty caregiver will be surprised to learn that these long-held beliefs aren't necessarily based on facts, but instead reflect the many ways we have adapted our feline friends to our indoor, domesticated lifestyles. Indoor Cat, by Laura J. Moss, journalist and founder of Adventure Cats, and Lynn Bahr, a feline-only veterinarian, explores how to help cat owners understand a cat's perspective of their indoor homes, with practical ways to enhance cats' lives to the fullest and combat countless health and behavioral problems that result from indoor living, as well as raising the question: should every cat live exclusively indoors? Together with scientific studies, expert opinions from vets and behaviorists, and firsthand accounts and interviews, this informative and engaging full-color guide strives to reach compassionate cat owners looking for new ways to care for and connect with their feline companions.

To celebrate these remarkable felines, and to help cat lovers turn their own indoor mouse- hunters into rugged (or at least curious) trail kitties, Laura Moss, outdoor enthusiast, cat owner, and cofounder of AdventureCats.org has created the ultimate wilderness guide. Covering everything from picking out the right harness, to packing smart, to dealing with tricky terrain and inclement weather, the illustrated how-to text will be complemented by 10 to 15 "Cat Tales" - uplifting stories and beautiful photographs profiling the extraordinary cats already living on the wild side, like Nanakuli, the one-eyed kitty found malnourished on the street who is now a surfing pro. Part wilderness manual, part inspirational gift, Adventure Cats will appeal to all cat lovers, whether they plan on braving the wild with their kitty or not.