Photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand attempts to capture the charm and elegance of the cat with a series of portraits, with and without their owners and in all their moods. Arranged by breed, the book begins with short-haired cats, including the sturdy British shorthair, the curly-coated Cornish Rex, the elegant Abyssinian and the hairless Sphinx - ...
This new book is a must for the pet owner who wants to extend holistic healing methods to the entire household. The author takes pet medicine to a very natural conclusion, drawing on the same New Age therapeutic approaches used for humans. Stein shows how to use nutrition, vitamins, minerals, massage, herbs, and homeopathy to promote pet health. ...
Here, for ambitious dog and cat owners, is detailed advice on how to avoid the inconvenience and expense of pet salons by doing it yourself. The author gives detailed instruction on bathing, brushing, combing, and clipping both dogsa and catsa coats, and keeping the animal expertly groomed. Also provided are specific tips for grooming different ...
Comprehensive and eminently practical, this indispensable handbook covers every aspect of tending to a feline--from daily essentials to crisis management. In step-by-step, specially commissioned photographs and authoritative text, veterinarian Edney provides lucid, detailed information on caring for a cat--the most popular pet in the U.S. 600 full ...
Rediscover this lovable classic in a delightful new illustrated edition of these warm and witty cat tales, first published over forty years ago. Animal lovers Doreen Tovey and her husband Charles acquire their first Siamese kitten to rid themselves of an invasion of mice, although they worry about the cat attacking the birds. But Sugieh is not ...
Is My Cat Crazy? If only it were that simple! But the fact is that your cat is very sensible indeed--about cat things. She knows how to scratch upright surfaces, cough up hairballs, send messages with her pee, and party all night. To the feline mind, these are the stuff of everyday life--as important as sleeping all day and grooming for several ...
Following "The Pill Book", this comprehensive guide to prescription and over-the-counter drugs for dogs and cats includes profiles of more than 200 drugs, information on side effects and safety tips, advice on choosing a veterinarian, the latest alternative medicine, directory of pet organizations, a glossary of medical terms, and more.
In this endearing memoir, William Jordan's reluctant adoption of a stray cat leads to an unexpectedly deep bond, one that will be immediately recognizable to anyone who has ever fallen under the spell of a pet. When Jordan brings Darwin into his home, he is forced into a commitment more devoted and sincere than any he has known before. He observes ...
The amazing and heartwarming tale of the New York City cat who, though badly burned herself, saved her five kittens, one by one, from a fire in an abandoned garage. Scarlett's story touched the hearts of the entire nation when it made front-page headlines.
Few things in life can transform, empower, and enlighten our lives the way a cat can. It is a power that can be measured not only by memories and pawprints left on our hearts and souls (and carpets!), but also by the occasional welcome lap naps or an affectionate rubbing up against your ankles when you walk through the door. The Power of Purrs ...
"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 ...
A leading pet psychologist shows cat lovers how to treat their cat like a member of the family and get it to do many uncatlike things--such as coming when called, sitting, staying, and going for walks. 25 line drawings.
The number of households with cats is on the up - and more and more often they multi-moggie households. This requires a lot of planning, cleaning, discipline, and diplomacy on the part of the owners!"Cat Wrangling Made Easy" is a comprehensive and - despite its lighthearted look - a no-nonsense, easy-to-use guide to having a stress-free, clean, ...
Anyone who owns cats knows that even the ones they think they understand best behave peculiarly sometimes. This books helps cat owners understand why their pets act the way they do by explaining a cat's senses, learning patterns and ways of communicating with each other and humans. It's a fascinating journey beyond observations and into the feline ...
The author explains how to communicate with cats by using sounds, behavior, smells, eye contact, and body language. For example, to say hello to a cat a person should get down on all fours and rub their head against the cat's head, and when a cat purrs it is saying "I'm content and happy." Illustrated with color drawings and photographs.
Why do cats get stuck in trees? Why do cats bring us their latest catch? Why do cats always land on their feet? Why do cats torture their prey? These and 36 other curious cat behaviors are informatively and lightheartedly answered in the handsomely illustrated Why Cats Do That. An original pen-and-ink drawing illustrates each insightful ...
Describes the characteristics and behavior of various longhair and shorthair breeds, looks at the history of cats, and discusses their care and grooming.
Important advice and tips for every cat about town This well-known compendium of comic cat capers, which cat lovers will adore, is one of the bestselling Little Instruction Books and gives essential advice on how to be the best cat on the block. It will be in a new series of four stylishly redesigned Instruction Books (Life's, Dog's and Gardener ...
This collection of intimate correspondence among six felines engaged in that many-splendored thing called love is uniquely beguiling epistolary entertainment for cat lovers everywhere--and a wonderful Valentine's gift for lovers of the human variety as well. Full-color illustrations.
These are further episodes in the life of Deric Longden, his wife, and a small army of cats, especially Thermal. Deric Longden is the author of "Diana's Story", "Lost for Words", "The Cat Who Came in from the Cold", "I'm a Stranger here Myself", and "Enough to Make a Cat Laugh".
A delightful manual which instructs stray kittens and homeless cats in how to obtain, captivate, and dominate the families of their choice. 200 black-and-white photographs.
A sequel to "Cats in May", relating the exploits of the siamese cats in the author's West Country cottage. When Solomon died at the age of 14, the Toveys were faced with the problem of deciding whether or not to replace him. And if they did, how would his grieving brother take to the newcomer?
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
