Download or read book 77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat written by Susan M. Ewing and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-01 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to what you need to know before bringing home a new feline friend, from selecting the best cat for you, to feeding, grooming, health care, and more. If you’re longing for the pitter-patter of four furry feet, you have some homework to do. When new cat owners aren’t prepared, it’s the cat who suffers, so it’s very important to consider all angles of cat care and ownership before making the commitment. This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable cat for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new cat owners. Inside 77 Things to Know before Getting a Cat: –Advice on selecting a kitten or adult cat based on your family, living space, and lifestyle –Buying a purebred from a breeder versus adopting from a shelter or rescue group –The equipment and supplies you’ll need before the cat comes home –Getting the cat acclimated to his new environment –Feeding, grooming, training, and healthcare for all life stages –Keeping your cat safe at home and away –Illustrations, charts, and checklists, to help you plan and prepare “Featuring striking full-color photography throughout, [77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat] lives up to its title as a thoroughly reader-friendly guide to getting ready for and caring for a cat.”—The Midwest Book Review

Download or read book 77 Things to Know Before Getting a Cat written by Susan Ewing and published by CompanionHouse Books. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable cat for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new cat owners.

Download or read book What to Know Before Getting a Cat written by Popsicle and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of the book "What to Know Before Getting a Cat" is to provide comprehensive guidance and insights for prospective cat owners. Through practical advice, engaging anecdotes, and essential information, the book aims to empower readers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about cat ownership. From understanding cat behavior to creating a welcoming home environment and navigating health care, the book seeks to ensure that readers are well-prepared to embark on the rewarding journey of caring for a feline companion.

Download or read book Beginner s Guide to Owning a Cat Everything You Need to Know Before Owning A written by Emma S. Russell and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02-17 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginner's Guide to Owning a Cat: Everything You Need to Know Before Owning aFind Out How to Find the Right Cat for You a Guide to Buying and Owning a Cat That's Right For You! Many people find themselves toying with the idea of getting a pet and decide to set their sights on a cat. The cat might be for themselves, for a loved one, a friend, or for children. For those who have never owned a cat before, this can be quite a tricky venture. Buying a cat is not as simple as pointing your finger at a cat in the store and saying that you want that one. a certain amount of research needs to be done before you decide on what kind of cat that you want and if you want to start out with a kitten or an adult cat. By reading this book you will be provided with the questions that you need to ask yourself in order to decide on what cat is right for you. Not all cats are the same. Different breeds of cats mean different physical features, different personality trains, and different behaviors. If you are gone from home quite a bit, you don't want to get a cat that craves its owner's attention all of the time. This book will help you to find just the right fit so that both you and your cat are happy. Having a pet can be a wonderful thing when you two connect. Once you have your feline friend there are sure to be an abundance of questions regarding their feeding habits, grooming, health, vaccinations, and what supplies you will need to have on hand. Even if you have had a cat before, there are sure to be tips and tricks in this book that will help you understand and deal with behaviors that your cat may be displaying. This book is basically the Cat 101 on buying and owning a cat, plus there is a helpful chapter that is full of dictionary terms so that you can understand what other cat owners and your veterinarian are talking about, the information in this book is priceless! By reading Beginner's Guide to Owning a Cat, you will learn: How to Choose a Cat; Tips and Tricks for Handling a New Kitten; Gathering Cat Supplies; Grooming Your Cat; How to Discipline Your Cat; And much more... Doing research before bringing and animal home is a smart idea; this book has done all the work for you buy combining a variety of topics all into one resource. Don't waste your time searching for answers to your cat questions when you can find everything you need within this one book.

Download or read book They All Saw a Cat written by Brendan Wenzel and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2016-08-30 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They All Saw A Cat — New York Times bestseller and 2017 Caldecott Medal and Honor Book The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see? If you and your child liked The Girl Who Drank the Moon, Finding Winnie, and Radiant Child — you'll love They All Saw A Cat "An ingenious idea, gorgeously realized." —Shelf Awareness, starred review "Both simple and ingenious in concept, Wenzel's book feels like a game changer." —The Huffington Post

Download or read book Black Cat Weekly 77 written by Jesse Lee and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2023-02-19 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our 77th issue features a pair of original stories, one by Jesse Lee (which does double-duty as mystery and science fiction), and one by Phyllis Ann Karr (another of her weird westerns, again featuring itinerant gambler Bart Maverel). Plus we have a Bruce Arthurs suspense tale, the first Stainless Steel Rat short story from Harry Harrison, and even a long-long essay from Harlan Ellison! And the usual great selection of science fiction, fantasy, crime, and mystery novels and short stories. As always, special thanks to our acquiring editors, Michael Bracken and Barb Goffman, for their help with this issue. Here’s the lineup: Here’s this issue’s lineup: Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure: “Dirty Water,” by Jesse Lee [Michael Bracken Presents short story] “A Shipshape Reunion,” by Hal Charles [Solve-It-Yourself Mystery] “Beks and the Second Note,” by Bruce Arthurs [Barb Goffman Presents short story] “Dirge for a Nude,” by Jonathan Craig [short novel] The Powder Dock Mystery, by Reed Fulton [novel] Nonfiction: “It’s No Longer Astounding!” by Harlan Ellison Science Fiction & Fantasy: “Kitty Wampole,” is copyright © 2023 by Phyllis Ann Karr [short story] “The Stainless Steel Rat,” by Harry Harrison [short story] “The Eleventh Hour,” by Edwin Balmer & William B. MacHar [short story] “Date Line,” by Noel M. Loomis [short story] “White Spot,” by Murray Leinster [short novel]

Download or read book Cats written by Catherine Brights and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people find themselves toying with the idea of getting a pet and decide to set their sights on a cat. The cat might be for themselves, for a loved one, a friend, or for children. For those who have never owned a cat before, this can be quite a tricky venture. Buying a cat is not as simple as pointing your finger at a cat in the store and saying that you want that one. Unfortunately many people adopt this method of getting a cat and later find that the cat does not fit into their lifestyle for a variety of reasons. This is why a certain amount of research needs to be done before you decide on what kind of cat that you want and if you want to start out with a kitten or an adult cat. By reading this book you will be provided with the questions that you need to ask yourself in order to decide on what cat is right for you. Not all cats are the same. Different breeds of cats mean different physical features, different personality, traits and different behaviors. If you are gone from home quite a bit, you don't want to get a cat that craves its owners attention all of the time. On the flip side, if you are looking for a cat that you can snuggle up to while watching television, you don't want to pick out a cat just to find that they couldn't care less about being lovey dopey with you. This book will help you to find just the right fit so that both you and your cat are happy.

Download or read book How to Pet a Cat written by Angela Staehling and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2022-03-08 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keep your cat happy and pet them right with this cute and handy illustrated guide! Cats have quite a few opinions, but with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful diagrams, this book will teach you how—and how not—to illicit approving purrs, mews, and chirps. From "The Booty Lift Pet" to the "I Need That Catnip on My Desk Yesterday Pet," learn over 20 tips and tricks to be the person your cat wants you to be. With bonus insights into cat sounds, body language, and more—as well as charming, full-color illustrations—this fun, lighthearted book will delight cat lovers of all kinds! FUNNY AND RELATABLE: Everyone who has tried to pet a cat has experienced most if not all of these silly and sweet scenarios. SWEET AND EDUCATIONAL: While quirky, this book is still informative and educational. You may learn a thing or two, like why your cat loves having their face pet but will leave the room if you try to give their belly a rub. CUTE GIFT: With endearing illustrations and tongue-in-cheek advice, this is a wonderful gift for any cat owner or cat lover! Perfect for: • Cat lovers • Holiday and birthday gift shoppers • Those looking for a silly pick-me-up and something cute • For fans of How to Tell if Your Cat is Plotting to Kill You, I Could Pee on This, and Herding Cats

Download or read book The Complete Guide to Preparing for a Cat The 7 Secrets to Owning a Healthy Happy Cat written by Sally Pierce and published by Sally Pierce. This book was released on 2022-11-09 with total page 7 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book discover everything you need to know about keeping a feline friend happy and healthy as your newest pet companion. You will learn... Why cats are the best pets you’ll ever have The 7 Secrets to Owning a Healthy, Happy Cat The Complete Guide to Preparing for a Cat: A New Cat Owner's Guide What to Buy Before You Get Your First Cat How Cats Can Relieve the Stress of Work My Cat Saved Me From Depression: Here's How You Can Get Your Own Cat to Help You! Let’s read on…

Download or read book What Is My Cat Thinking written by Gwen Bailey and published by Bounty Books. This book was released on 2014-07-25 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Happy, bored, playful, worried? There are probably times when you wish you knew what your cat was thinking. From purring to hissing, from playfighting to spraying, this fascinating book explains why your cat behaves the way he does. What is my Cat Thinking? covers six major aspects of cat behaviour: *Social animals *Territory *Fitness and hunting *Reproduction *Safety *People and cats

Download or read book How to Be Owned by a Cat Simple Action Plan for First Time Cat Owners Who Have No Idea What They Are Getting Into written by Kate C and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2017-08-07 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you bringing home your first cat but feels unsure because you have little experience with these adorable yet mystique felines? Unlike other books that contain lots of information but no practical guide, this book is designed especially for first time cat-slaves with an easy to follow step-by-step guide. This book is also a proud recipient of the Readers' Favorite Five Stars Award. Inside you will discover: A helpful checklist of what to prepare before bringing home your first cat so you won't be caught off guard and running out to buy last minute items you forgot The #1 Mistake most first time cat owners make in not protecting their furniture from kitty's sharp claws and how you can avoid this right from the start How to read your cat's mood and body language so you can avoid being scratched or bitten for nothing The fastest way to bond with your cat by finding out your cat's personality, you'll even know if you're dealing with a bossy, inquisitive or shy cat And much, much more! After reading this step-by-step guide, you will begin to feel much more confident in handling your new cat at home. To get started, simply scroll up and click the Buy Button.

Download or read book Think Like a Cat written by Pam Johnson-Bennett and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America's favorite cat behavior expert, author of Catwise and Cat vs. Cat, offers the most complete resource for cat owners of all stripes, now fully updated. "The queen of cat behavior" - Steve Dale, author of My Pet World Think it's impossible to train a cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is. Whether you are a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet kitten, or the frustrated companion of a feline whose driving you crazy, Pam Johnson-Bennett will help you understand what makes your cat tick (as well as scratch and purr). Topics range from where to get a cat to securing a vet; from basic health care to treating more serious problems; choosing an inrresistible scratching post and avoiding litterbox problems. A comprehensive guide to cat care and training, she helps you understand the instincts that guide feline behavior. Using behavior modification and play therapy techniques, she shares successful methods that will help you and your cat build a great relationship.

Download or read book Smitten by Kitten written by Jamie Boyd and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-26 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thinking of getting a cat, but never owned one before? Then keep reading... Cats are wonderful creatures. Quiet, friendly, and easy to look after; they make ideal pets. Lately, more and more people have been becoming FIRST-TIME PET OWNERS to help them cope with lockdowns and quarantine during this crazy time. Having a PET can be a great help in avoiding feeling LONELY or DEPRESSED. And there is no better PET to make you FEEL LOVED than a CAT! BUT do you know how to look after a cat? Do you know what they need? If you have never owned a cat before, what do you do? How do you look after it? What do you feed it? When do you feed it? Does it need to stay indoors? Does it need exercise? If YOU are thinking about getting a CAT, but have no idea how to look after one ...then this book is for you! In SMITTEN by KITTEN you will discover: What TYPE OF CAT to look for, what BREED to get ...there are so many! The best place to buy a cat, WITHOUT getting RIPPED OFF! How to PREPARE your house BEFORE you bring your cat home The DANGERS you need to eliminate from your home ...some will SURPRISE you! What things you NEED TO BUY, and what things you DON'T NEED - don't waste money! How to LOOK AFTER a new Kitten How to UNDERSTAND CAT BEHAVIOR ...some of it is VERY STRANGE to humans! The BASIC HEALTHCARE Kittens need in their first year ...and MUCH MORE! ...including a FUN chapter on busting some common CAT MYTHS! Written as an introductory handbook for the NOVICE Cat owner, this book tells you EVERYTHING you need-to-know about how to buy and look-after your first pet cat, in simple, straight-forward language! If you are thinking about getting a Kitten as a gift for yourself or a loved-one, but don't know anything about cats - you NEED to read this first! You will be glad you did! So scroll up and click ADD to CART now!

Download or read book Your Cat Simple New Secrets to a Longer Stronger Life written by Elizabeth M. Hodgkins, D.V.M., Esq. and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-10-14 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this controversial new book, dedicated veterinarian Elizabeth M. Hodgkins, D.V.M., Esq. raises the alarm regarding the dry food we feed our cats and the nutritional diseases that result. Your Cat: Simple New Secrets to a Longer, Stronger Life turns today's conventional wisdom of cat care on its head with completely new, yet remarkably easy-to-follow guidelines for every cat owner. From kitten-rearing to the adult cat's middle years to caring for the geriatric cat, Dr. Hodgkins explores the full spectrum of proper cat care, as well as the many deadly feline diseases that are rampant. This indispensible manual belongs on every modern cat owner's shelf.

Download or read book The Comprehensive Guide For First Time Cat Owners Tips For Buying Preparing Your House And Taking Care Of Cat written by Arthur Denman and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-24 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've watched the top 10 cat movies. You've fawned over kitty Instagram accounts. You've stared at kittens through the windows at your local pet store. And now you think you're finally ready to get a cat. Congratulations! Cats are wonderful companions beloved by the whole world over. But before you run to your local shelter, there are some things you need to know about owning a new cat. That's why we've put together this first-time cat owner guide, so you have all the information you need to be an excellent pet parent. In this guide book for first time cat owner, you will learn √What TYPE OF CAT to look for, what BREED to get ...there are so many! √The best place to buy a cat, WITHOUT getting RIPPED OFF! √How to PREPARE your house BEFORE you bring your cat home √The DANGERS you need to eliminate from your home ...some will SURPRISE you! √What things you NEED TO BUY, and what things you DON'T NEED - don't waste money! √How to LOOK AFTER a new Kitten √How to UNDERSTAND CAT BEHAVIOR ...some of it is VERY STRANGE to humans! √The BASIC HEALTHCARE Kittens need in their first year ...and MUCH MORE! ...including a FUN chapter on busting some common CAT MYTHS! If you are thinking about getting a Kitten as a gift for yourself or a loved-one, but don't know anything about cats - you NEED to read this first!

Download or read book When You Love a Cat written by M. H. Clark and published by Compendium Publishing & Communications. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is space in your heart made by the love for a cat. It is created by snuggles, quiet sounds, and gentle nudges that remind you every day of the delight in being chosen. When You Love a Cat is the perfect gift to celebrate the beautiful bond between a cat and the ones they love for a lifetime.

Download or read book What to Know Before You Get Your Cat written by Margrit Strohmaier and published by What to Know Before. This book was released on 2022-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides children with an overview of the love and work required to raise a happy, healthy cat or kitten.