Nonfiction for Cat Lovers
What Cats Want: The Secret Of How To Understand Your Cat by Claire Bessant (636.8 Bessa)
As Chief Executive of the Feline Advisory Bureau in the United Kingdom, author Claire Bessant is consistently bombarded with questions concerning the well-being of our feline friends. What Cats Want is her reply to those questions – a wealth of information and advice collected in a single book. Claire Bessant's approach is unique in that her answers to questions about a cat's needs are all given from the point of view of the cat, rather than the human. Her insights will help you achieve a more rewarding and fulfilling relationship with your cat.
Essential Cat by Caroline Davis (636.8 Davis)
With cats now outnumbering dogs in the U.S. pet population, it's only right that manuals on feline care proliferate. By no means should British editor (of
Your Dog magazine) and journalist Davis's reference be purchased as the one and only cat book; information from specialized cat-fancy and veterinary associations are much more detailed in terms of, say, characteristics of different breeds and symptoms of various illnesses. For the new cat owner, though, she provides ample data in the tables and comparison charts, Q and A's, top tips and good color photographs. For instance, an upfront checklist in every chapter summarizes major points to remember; the right environment, for instance, includes safe territory, sense of security, personal space, toys to satisfy the hunting instinct and so on. And an at-a-glance vacation checklist. A sensitive introduction to America's top domestic animal.
Catspeak: How to Learn it, Speak it and Use it to have a Happy, Healthy Well-Mannered Cat by Bashkim Dibra (636.8 Dibra)
World-famous animal trainer teaches cat owners how to communicate with their cats in order to help their pets become more a part of the family. Cats are intelligent and reasonable animals, capable of enormous affection and loyalty and willing to cooperate with their owners – if asked to do so in a polite manner. With dogs, one commands; with cats, one suggests. Knowing which "suggestions" to make and how to make them, is the key. In CatSpeak, Bash Dibra shows cat owners how to do the previously unthinkable: train their cats! Understanding feline body language, facial expressions, vocal signals and the instinctive behaviors that make up CatSpeak, the unique language of cats, is vital to the endeavor. So are the three P's: patience, persistence and praise. The author takes the reader step-by-step in forming a new, mutually satisfying human-feline relationship. With easy-to-follow instructions and complete, up-to-the-minute information, CatSpeak provides everything you need to know to have a happy, healthy, well-mannered cat.
The Cat Who Cried For Help: Attitudes, Emotions and the Psychology of Cats by Nicholas H. Dodman (636.8 Dodma)In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Nicholas Dodman does for feline psychology what he did for canines in his widely acclaimed The Dog Who Loved Too Much. Here he reveals the fascinating, and often frustrating, mind of one of our most popular – and certainly most independent – animal companions and shows how we can coexist peacefully with even the stubbornest of cats. What do you do about a cat determined to tear your sofa to shreds? Or one who gorges himself on your best running shoes...or attacks anyone who dares to open the refrigerator door? Drawing on remarkable real-life stories from his practice at the prestigious Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Dodman shares the unique, compassionate, dramatically successful treatment programs that have given problem cats a new lease on life.
The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Cats, Cat Breeds & Cat Care: A Comprehensive, Practical Care and Training Manual and a Definitive Encyclopedia of World Breeds by Alan
Edwards (636.8 Edwar)
Expert advice on cat breeds and how to care for your cat is clearly illustrated with step-by-step photographs.
Cat Owner's Manual by Bruce Fogle (636.8 Fogle)
The Cat Owner's Manual contains all the information a cat owner will ever need to keep their pet happy and healthy. Covering all stages of feline development, from kitten to mature cat, Cat Owner's Manual includes sections on cat breeds, first aid and veterinary care (including special easy-to-use diagnostic charts), behavior, grooming, nutrition, breeding and training. Special sections focus on bringing a kitten home and caring for an older cat. With full-color illustrations throughout, Cat Owner's Manual is a joy to look at as well as a comprehensive practical guide.
James Herriot's Cat Stories by James Herriot (636.8 Herri)
Between these covers, teller and tales finally meet in a warm and joyful new collection that will bring delight to the hearts of readers the world over: James Herriot's Cat Stories. Here are Buster, the kitten who arrived on Christmas; Alfred, the cat at the sweet shop; little Emily, who lived with the gentleman tramp; and Olly and Ginny, the kittens who charmed readers when they first appeared at the Herriots' house in the worldwide bestseller Every Living Thing. And along with these come others, each story as memorable and heartwarming as the last, each told with that magical blend of gentle wit and human compassion that marks every word from James Herriot's pen.
Cat vs. Cat: Keeping Peace When You Have More Than One Cat by Pam Johnson-Bennett (636.8 Johns)
Intended as a companion to Think Like a Cat (2000), this guide offers multicat owners insights on the complexities of feline communication and social society. The animal behaviorist gives general and crisis intervention advice on treatment plans for such problems as acting out over new household additions. Resources include organizations offering pet owner education and manufacturers of useful products.
Good Cats, Bad Habits: The Complete A-to-Z Guide for when your Cat Misbehaves by Alice Rhea (636.8 Rhea)
Even the most precious of cats has bad habits that can frustrate or anger the most loving of owners. Now a celebrated cat trainer helps owners take control of their feline friends, offering straightforward, on-the-spot techniques that will eliminate a cat's bad behavior – not just for the moment but forever. 15 line drawings.
Complete Care For Your Aging Cat by Amy D Shojai (636.8 Shojai)
In the last few decades, tremendous advances have been made in veterinary technology – nearly tripling the average life span of many pets. But cats that are seven years and older have special needs and require additional emotional support, nutritional help and medical care. A longer life also means more cats suffer age-related conditions such as kidney problems, diabetes and arthritis, all of which can be successfully managed with your loving assistance. Filled with heartwarming stories, the latest developments in geriatric veterinary care, age-defying tips and comprehensive reference material, this is the definitive guide to turning back the clock on aging – and keeping senior cats vital, happy and active throughout their golden years.
Understanding Cats: Their History, Nature and Behavior by Roger K. Tabor (636.8 Tabor)
One of the world's leading cat authorities presents a full-scale, fascinating portrait of felines, from their origins in the wild to their accommodations to domestic life, and offers invaluable insights into their behavior. More than 150 beautiful, full-color photos capture the alluring mystery and irresistible appeal of all kinds of cats.
Cat Treats by Kim Campbell Thornton (636.8 Thorn)
Cat Treats shows readers how to prepare an array of tasty and healthful appetizers, soups and main meals for their cats. All the recipes have been adapted for feline tastes and nutritional requirements and are generally low in fat to help prevent excessive calorie intake. The book also discusses how to use treats when teaching cat tricks, what to do if your cat is too fat and how to deal with food-related disorders.