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I never thought that one day I will have a cat. Those who know me for a long time will say that I'm a 100% dog person. And now, after two years with my dog and cat, I simply can't imagine my life without them.
Whether you plan to bring home your first-ever cat, or you have been enjoying the company of one for a while now, you probably want to make life with your cat as happy and comfortable as possible. Here is a list of books I've already read and some I plan to get my hands on to help build a charming relationship with your feline.
Amy
Shojai – Cat facts: The Pet Parent's A-to-Z Home Care Encyclopedia
How do I choose the right cat? What holistic
help and preventive care should I give? Why do cats act the way they do, and
what cat behavior indicates illness? What constitutes an emergency, and
how/when can I safely treat my cat with home care and first aid?
Celia Haddon – One hundred secret thoughts cats have about humans
"Humans actually believe they are superior
beings. This delusion explains many of the silly behaviors that are so
frustrating to us. Some of our best friends are human, but let's face it, as a
species, they're limited."
Claire Bessant – The cat whisperer: The secret of how to talk to your cat
The book explains how cats function as cats, describes their
likes, their dislikes, and their instinctive behavior. Enter a cat's world
through its senses--sight, touch, hearing, smell, taste, and that indefinable
feline sixth sense.
Debra M. Eldredge - Cat Owner’s Home Veterinary Handbook
Whether you have a kitten or a senior cat, this
resource helps you quickly identify potential problems, take proper steps in
emergency situations, better understand diagnoses and treatment options, and
communicate more effectively with your veterinarian.
Dennis
Turner & Patrick Bateson - The Domestic
Cat: The Biology of Its Behaviour
Covering all types of cats from pampered pets
to feral hunters, this completely revised new edition of The Domestic Cat shows how cats live and behave in a variety of
circumstances and surroundings.
E.M. Bard - Test your cat: The cat IQ test
You can find out how smart your cat really is
by giving him or her the Cat IQ Test – a simple, four-part intelligence test.
By observation and by using everyday household items, you will be able to
measure your cat’s co-ordination, communication, social and reasoning powers.
GwenBailey – What is my cat thinking?
Why does your cat want to sleep all day? Does
he view you as a sibling, kitten, or parent? Why does he attack your shoelaces,
but leave the toys you buy him alone? Just what is your cat thinking?
Understand what's really going on in your cat's cranium with this pet care
classic.
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Stefanie Sigl – Playtime for cats: Activities and games for felines
Daily activities help safeguard cats well-being
and physical and mental fitness, and work to prevent the development of
behavioral abnormalities. This comprehensive guide offers a host of
creative ideas that will add diversity and excitement to all play
Jackson Galaxy - Catification: Designing a happy and stylish home for your cat(and you!)
Cat owners know the struggles of creating
living spaces that are both functional and stylish for the owner
and cat. The book walks readers through a step-by-step process of designing an
attractive home that is also an optimal environment for cats.
Jackson Galaxy - Catify to satisfy: Simple solutions for creating a cat-friendly home
The
book shows how to use home design tricks to address
everyday cat care issues. Does your feline friend like to pee everywhere but in
his or her litter box? Does your kitty have a thing for your furniture that has
left your beloved couch in tatters? It will also show you how
simple DIY design projects and hacks can help bring harmony back into your home
The one place to turn for up-to-date
information on feline health and behavior, including detailed advice on
feeding, grooming, veterinary care, litterbox training, and the special needs
of kittens, older cats, and cats from a shelter.
Jeff
Lazarus - Catakism: A humorous purr-spective on humankind's obsession with cats
Does your cat own you? What has caused us to
enthrone cats as the most popular pet on the planet? Why do we devote so much
of our time and income to grooming, feeding, coddling, photographing, praising,
providing laps for, and “entertaining” our cats?
John Bradshaw – Cat Sense:
How the new feline science can make you a better friend to your pet
Cat Sense takes us
further into the mind of the domestic cat than ever before, using cutting-edge
scientific research to dispel the myths and explain the true nature of our
feline friends.
Full of training tips and exercises - from introducing your cat to a new baby to helping them deal with visits to the vet - The Trainable Cat is the essential cat bible for cat owners and lovers.
Karen Pryor – Getting Started: Clicker training for cats
Train a cat? Yes, you can! Clicker training can
improve your cat's health, activity, and attitude toward life. It can make your cat
happier and more affectionate.
Are you bringing home your first cat but feels unsure because you have little experience with these adorable yet mystique felines? This book is designed especially for first time cat-slaves with an easy to follow step-by-step guide.
Lauren Finka - The cat personality test: How well do you really know your cat?
You could start to understand whether your cat
is really enjoying all the attention you lavish upon it and decipher just how
happy they are. With tips and tricks for any personality type, this book will
help you to meet your cat’s specific wants and needs.
Marilyn Krieger – Naughty no more: Change unwanted behaviors through positive reinforcement
This easy-to-read beginner's guide tells you
how to teach your cat to: sit and stay and not dart out of doors; not scratch
the furniture; have stress-free introductions to new cats; stay off the table
and counters; get along better with you, your guests, and other cats; have a
stress-free association with both the cat carrier and the trip to the
veterinarian; do tricks and much more!
Pam Johnson-Bennett - Think like a cat: How to raise a well-adjusted cat – not a sour puss
This book is a must if you want to learn more
about your cat and what you can do to strengthen and enjoy your relationship
with each other.
Pippa
Mattinson & Lucy Easton – The happy cat handbook
Breeds and types, advice on rescuing versus
buying, feeding, training, sleeping and play, keeping your cat healthy,
grooming, the pros and cons of indoors and outdoors cats, caring for senior
cats, dealing with destructive behavior and aggression – the book covers it
all.
Sarah Brown - The
Cat: A Natural History
Of all the domesticated species, cats have
enjoyed the most complex relationship with people - one that still leads to
arguments about whether you can truly call the cat asleep by your fire
tame.
Suzanne
Delzio & Cindy Ribarich – Felinestein: Pampering the genius in your cat
Felinestein includes
100 games and activities, some for every type of owner and every personality of
cat, that will get your cat exploring, thinking, and making decisions.
Vicky Halls - Catconfidential: The book your cat would want you to read
Filled with fascinating case studies, amusing
anecdotes, and practical advice, Cat Confidential explores the
hidden relationships between cats and people and reveals the innermost secrets
of the feline psyche.
Yuki Hattori – What cats want: An illustrated guide for truly understanding your cat
With nineteen bones and twelve muscles, cats'
tails have countless ways of expressing their emotions. What Cats
Want is here to uncover the meaning behind every movement, and the
motivation beneath every quirk.
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