The Handbook For A Happy Cat Speak Their Language Decode Their Quirks And Meet Their Needs So They Ll Love You Back

Give your best friend more purr and pounce with this whiskers-to-tail guide to the good life! One reason we’re wild for cats is that our cats are still wild at heart. On our laps, they’re purring lovebugs, but on the prowl, they’re fearsome hunters—with territorial instincts to match. The Handbook for a Happy Cat takes us inside the feline mind to decode what our cats really want in life and how they try to tell us. You’ll learn: Why a bigger water bowl does away with “whisker stress” How to move like a mouse for maximum fun at playtime Skills to teach your kitten for a lifetime of easy vet visits, grooming, and more Subtle signs of stress such as excessive scent-marking and lip-licking How to tell frolic from fighting in the multi-cat household (and how to give frenemies a fresh start) What makes a scratching post so tempting that your sofa will be spared How to reassure a spooked cat with the “slow blink” Why it’s pointless to “punish” a cat—but training is possible! Certified behaviorist Liesbeth Puts traces every feline mystery to cats’ natural behavior and needs. A happy cat is a cat who can be herself!

We know cats are beautiful, secretive, and independent ... but even the most loyal cat owners are often baffled by their own pet's behavior. With veterinarian expert Dr. Gary Weitzman as guide, this fun book helps kids understand what cats are trying to communicate by their body language and behavior. So if you've ever wondered what Fluffy means when she's purring or moving her tail emphatically from left to right - this book is for you! It's full of insights, expert advice, and real-life cat scenarios, and showcases more than 30 poses, so you'll soon learn what each meow and flick of the tail means!

How to Raise a Happy Cat teaches you how to raise your cat's happiness levels, and shows you how to connect with them in the way they’ll love best.

Whether you are thinking of getting a kitten, already have a cat, or are considering adopting a rescue moggy, this is the book for you! The chapters cover: 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 behaviour and aggression, how to integrate a second cat and troubleshooting tips for all-round happiness. With adorable photos throughout, this wonderfully informative book deserves a place in every cat owner's home.

How can cat owners really be sure that their beloved kitty has the most purr-fect life possible? By using this information- and illustration-packed guide that contains the latest research into feline health and nutrition, and explains how to meet a cat's every important need. Find out how to read a cat's meows, tail flicks, and curious behaviors. Discover fun ideas for keeping him active and mentally stimulated. Learn how to deal with such vexing situations as visiting the vet or introducing a new animal to the family. Create a cat-friendly house and garden, try out delicious recipes to keep kitty fit, and see how to care for him as he ages. Your pet will enjoy the pampered life he so richly deserves.

Have you ever wanted to know what your cat was thinking? In The Book Your Cat Wishes You Would Read, feline behaviourist Lucy Hoile gives you all the information you could ever need to build an even better, happier relationship with your cat. Lucy is speaking directly to you, the carer, and is here to support you on this amazing journey. Cats are an enigmatic species and their behaviour is subtle and difficult to read. Because of this, it's not always easy to understand what they need from us and our relationship with them can suffer as a result. Included in this book is information on how cats communicate through body language, vocalisations and their secret language of scent. Deciphering this information helps us understand what they are trying to tell us, including when they are feeling unwell, when they are stressed or when they are feeling perfectly content. Armed with Lucy's invaluable advice you will feel excited and empowered to feel even closer to your cat and build a more loving, patient and rewarding relationship for life.

See and hear Happy Cat having fun with her friends in this noisy animal tale. Simple language, repeated vocabulary and lively illustrations will keep small children entertained as you read together. You can encourage your child to join in by pressing the button to make the friendly feline meow! The chunky boardbook format is just right for tiny hands to hold; other titles in the noisy book series include Cheeky Frog, Dizzy Duck and Hungry Horse. Happy Cat lives in a house, With her owners and a mouse! They're best of friends and always play. I wonder what they'll do today? Find out in this interactive sound book! Gentle rhyme, bright pictures, and an exciting noise button will keep any child amused, whether you read to them or they try by themselves, making this an ideal early reading book.

People have been under the spell of the mysterious and elegant nature of the cat for thousands of years. They are one of our oldest animal companions and have been much-loved family members in households around the globe for generations. But have you ever felt that despite your good intentions and love, there are some things about your cat you don't quite understand? Do you sometimes feel like it might be trying to tell you something? That you could make them even happier than they already are? This book will change everything you once thought you knew about cats. You can use its many tips and insights to optimize your relationship with your cat. In this book, you will be taken on an intimate journey through the world of the domestic cat, covering all their natural instincts and mysterious behaviors. The tips and tricks are the outcome of hundreds of behavioral consultations. Your relationship with your cat will never be the same.