Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Dr Pitcairns natural health
  • great resource
  • A great resource
  • Excellent overall but diet not suited for all
  • It's a shame...
Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
Richard H. Pitcairn , and Susan Hubble Pitcairn
Manufacturer: Rodale Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 157954973X
Release Date: 2005-08-11

Book Description

Pitcairn Over 400,000 copies of this treasured classic have been sold since its original publication more than 20 years ago The book that is the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats is now completely updated and revisedfor the first time in 9 years. Writing with the warmth and compassion that have won them a national following, veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Hubble Pitcairn, noted specialists in chemical-free nutrition and natural healing for pets, show dog and cat owners how to provide the very best in companionship and lifelong care. They now cover environmental matters, including pollutants both inside the home and out, as well as recent hot-button topics, such as Mad Cow disease, Lyme disease, and the West Nile virus. Theyve updated dozens of recipes for delicious and healthful pet food and treats. With a guide to handling emergencies and an in-depth Quick Reference section, they give specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of animal diseases and disorderswith special attention to homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional remedies.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Dr Pitcairns natural health.......2007-10-05

This is absolutely a must book. Giving dogs prescribed medications often involves side affects which shorten their lives. Being able to find out about natural products that can help them is great. It can not only lenghten their lives, but also cost less in the long run. I highly reccomend this book to all dog owners.

4 out of 5 stars great resource.......2007-10-01

this is a great resource book. It has lots of background info on dog foods and so much info on great supplements. It could be made easier with breakdowns or charts to guide you for quicker reference, because I find myself having to flip back and forth a lot. There is definitely lots of info and it has to be read more than once. I think the recipes are sound and easy to make. Although I can't cook for my dogs all the time, at least I can do it whenever they are ill or recovering from some ailment or surgery to ensure that their bodies are strong when they need to heal. This book makes it manageable to do that.

4 out of 5 stars A great resource.......2007-09-23

This book is a great resource for pet owners. I find the health-care section of the book very useful. I have modified the recipes to accomodate the inherited allery issues my dog has. Modifying the recipes is a very involved process as the substituion of products recommended and appropriate amounts required for balanced nutrition can be a hassle to figure out, especially, if one's pet was allergic to multiple products.

This is a great book for pet owners who want to try homemade cooking and alternative medicine for their pets.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent overall but diet not suited for all .......2007-09-01

There is more than one way to feed a healthy, non-commercial diet. I recommend buying both Dr. Pitcairn's book and Andi Brown's book, The Whole Piet Diet, to see which diet your animal(s) prefer. I have three pets, two 13-yr. old cats and one 1 1/2-yr old terrier. The cats had been eating holistic Blue Buffalo dry food along with some canned Friskies. The terrier was eating holistic Blue Buffalo dry food along with some raw meat, veggies, yogurt, etc. I recently learned that dry food is difficult for pets to digest and is terribly drying and causes digestive problems like vomiting, dandruff, etc. The Friskies is just plain junk food so I decided that I was going to feed healthier fare and bought both books (Dr. Pitcairn wrote the foreword in Andi's book). While Dr. Pitcairn promotes primarily raw meats with cooked whole grains, Andi Brown promotes cooked stews (grains included for dogs only, not cats). After experimentation, I found that my dog and one cat prefer Dr. Pitcairn's recipes and my second cat prefers Spot's Stew (from Andi's book). When I made the switch, I only started feeding the recipes without supplements to the cats. It took 15 days for them to eat consistently, then I started adding the supplements in small amounts and gradually built up to the daily recommended amounts. Tip: my cats preferred Andi's supplements over Dr. Pitcairn's (especially the essential fatty acids in the form of oils). All of my pets are doing very well on the diets but only because I was persistent in finding what worked best for each pet. I will never feed dry food again!

1 out of 5 stars It's a shame..........2007-08-29

...that an obviously experienced and well researched vetrinarian would recommend a diet that includes grain as one of the staples of the diet. Anyone who does even a minor amount of research about the special diet needs of a dog would easily find that dogs do not possess the proper enzymes to break down grain properly and can lead to either minor or serious allergic reactions. Dogs should not eat any type of grain at any time. Anyone who reads this book, do not take it as gospel. Please do more in-depth research before you make any solid decisions on your dogs diet.

Besides that fault, there are only a few recipies included in this rather long book. I heard very good things about this book before I bought it and was thoroughly disappointed after I read it. Its hard to give this book anything else but a negative review.
Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Not that useful
  • Hesitating to purchase this book
  • The best book to improve your pets health and keep them healthy!
  • Inaccurate advice and some expensive suggestions
  • One of the best
Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats
Richard H. Pitcairn , and Susan Hubble Pitcairn
Manufacturer: Rodale Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0875962432

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A classic natural pet-care book from two celebrated veterinary specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment, and natural healing for pets, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats offers valuable natural and holistic advice on a host of pet topics, including, but not limited to, diet, exercise, environment, coping with a pet's death, and how to care for a sick animal. In addition to their thorough discussion of the above, Richard Pitcairn, D.V.M., and his wife, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, M.S., offer a comprehensive "quick reference" section on animal illnesses, organized alphabetically and including a brief description of each illness, preventative measures that may be taken, and holistic and natural treatment options for both dogs and cats--treatments that should always be discussed with one's vet before being used. Occasional line drawings, informative graphs, and the Pitcairn's intelligent prose make this guide a must-have for pet owners interested in a natural lifestyle for their pets.

Book Description

Now completely updated and revised, this is an expanded edition of the classic natural pet-care book by veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Pitcairn-- both renowned specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment and natural healing for pets. Written with the warmth and compassion that have won the Pitcairns a nationwide following, this guide will help you select the most compatible dog or cat for your own lifestyle-- and show you how to provide the very best in companionship, healing, nutrition and lifelong care. Since its publication more than a decade ago, the Pitcairns' book has become the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats.A comprehensive, thorough reference, this pet-lover's companion will tell you:* How to choose a healthy animal* Dozens of recipes for delicious, economical, healthful pet food-- with completely updated tables, charts and nutritional guidelines* How to give your pet a checkup* What's really in pet foods-- and which ones to avoid to ensure your pet's best health* Special diets for special pets* A guide to handling emergencies that includes techniques for external heart massage, artificial respiration and control of bleedingPLUS:An in-depth, alphabetical "Quick Reference" section that gives specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of animal diseases and disorders-- from abscesses, allergies and behavior problems to vaccination risks, weight problems and worms. The Pitcairns' approach is drug-free and holistic-- with special attention to homeopathic and alternative remedies and treatments.

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Not that useful.......2007-06-17

Many people swear by this book, but I don't find it that essential. Most of the information was not especially useful or was common knowledge. Mainly I disagree with Pitcairn's use of grains in a dogs diet. Instead, I recommend New Choices in Natural Healing Dogs & Cats and The Nature of Animal Healing.

2 out of 5 stars Hesitating to purchase this book.......2007-04-30

Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be a forum for questions that can be asked concerning Dr. Pitcairn's latest edition of his book, so I am
hesitating to purchase it. I own the 1982 edition and wonder if it has been updated as far as recommendations of diet- specifically foods that have been deemed dangerous to dogs and cats- as one reviewer mentioned, raisins. I have recently heard of onions and garlic included as dangerous foods for dogs and cats, and Dr. Pitcairn's earlier book is laced with encouragement for feeding them to our pets. As someone who is severely allergic to onions myself, I have learned that they lurk in MANY places and in various forms. Onion powder is just as detrimental for me as raw onion, and is found in chili powder and many other spice combinations, soy sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, chicken broth, vegetable broths, bouillon, tomato sauce, even canned beans, especially the organic varieties. I avoid feeding anything that might contain these to my dogs. I wonder if the revised edition of Dr. Pitcairn's book includes cautions about feeding onions and garlic to pets? Since I cannot find an answer to my question without purchasing the book, I will continue to hesitate to do so.

5 out of 5 stars The best book to improve your pets health and keep them healthy!.......2006-04-05

I can't praise this book enough. It has literally saved me hundreds of dollars in pet care costs and more importantly saved at least one of my pets' life. I've owned my copy for at least eight years. I have a Weimaraner with allergies which this book has kept her allergy free without the prescriptions recommended by the vet.
More recently I had a cat with a blocked urethra, common in male cats, which can also lead to a rapid and painful death if they are completely blocked. The emergency vet wanted $1500 to catheter and care for the cat for two days with antibiotics etc. I opted to have them do the catheter ($300) and took him home to care for him. I followed the books instructions. He did great right away by giving him the vitamins the book suggests and the prescription food the vet suggested. But after two weeks of being 100% well he started to have blood in his urine again, the first sign of the problem. Then I realized that I had slacked off on the vitamins the book suggests, (vitamin C, and some others). I had mistakenly assumed the "prescription" food would be good enough. I immediately gave him the books homeopathic remedy followed by the books recommended vitamins and their "Healthy Powder" (recipe in the book) and his problem cleared up the next day and he has had no signs of any problem since. He is in the best health he's ever known! And I'm being smarter about his needs.
If you care about your pets, believe in their own abilities to heal, and natural and holistic approaches to pet health, this book is the best; it's the one I go to first to find the answers to my pet's problems.

2 out of 5 stars Inaccurate advice and some expensive suggestions.......2006-03-03

I read this book hoping to find another way to try and treat my dogs skin problems and with the interest to start feeding him more rare food (less kibble).

However this book tends toward more of an extreme view STRONGLY recommending only feeding your pet human organic food and bottled water (i love my dog but if I dont drink bottled water and eat organic food he doesnt need to). There were 3 "booster mix" recipes to add to a kibble diet that were okay.

The recipes seem expensive, especially if you have large dogs, but the ingredients are broken down and ordered by cost per protein gram on a handy chart.

The biggest flaws were the suggestions that we just inaccurate. For instance recommending dried fruits such raisins, when in fact raisins, like chocolate, grapes, and alcohol are toxic to dogs. PLEASE DONT FEED THOSE TO YOUR DOGS!!!! Inaccuracies like that make me question the validity of the rest of the book. I would recommend double checking any advice from this book before following it.

5 out of 5 stars One of the best.......2006-02-05

This is one of the best books on the market that cover natural care and feeding of dogs and cats. It includes balanced recipes complete with easy to make supplements, and a wealth of information on how to care for all sorts of issues and problems the natural way. I strongly recommend having a copy of this book on the shelf for any pet owner.

I have owned two copies of Dr Pitcairn's book ... both the first release, which I simply wore out and, when it was re-released in the new edition, I bought a copy of that as well.

If you're considering purchasing this book, don't hesitate any longer. You won't regret it.
The Humane Society of the United States Complete Guide to Cat Care
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Excellent Reference for Cat Care
  • Very Good.
  • Pregnant Cats and Young Kittens Not Covered
  • Best Cat Care Book Ever!
The Humane Society of the United States Complete Guide to Cat Care
Wendy Christensen , and The Staff of the Humane Society of America
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Griffin
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ASIN: 0312326084

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Colette once wrote, "There are no ordinary cats," and cat lovers the world over surely agree. While none of them are ordinary, they generally have similar requirements for diet, exercise, health care, and loving attention from their human companions. The Humane Society's Complete Guide to Cat Care warmly incorporates both similarities and differences to create a comprehensive guide focused on providing the best possible care, not just for your beloved pets but for the species as a whole.

Specific and detailed information is included on physical issues like nutrition, dental care, and vaccinations. Short paragraphs discussing why vegetarianism is extremely unhealthy for cats, which are carnivorous, and how to introduce them to a toothbrush are straightforward and wise--you'll find simple language and plenty of encouragement. Social and behavioral issues are also addressed, and you'll learn methods of feline communication, needs for companionship, and how best to deal with finicky eaters.

The Humane Society provides plenty of information about adoption of abandoned cats, proper sterilization for your pet, and the wisdom of letting your furry friend lead an indoors-only life. Even if you're of a different opinion on some of these matters, you'll still find a range of valuable material devoted to the well-being of your extraordinary feline companion. --Jill Lightner

Book Description

Building a lifelong, loving relationship with a cat can be a challenging task. Whether you're thinking of adopting a cat or already live with one, The Humane Society of the United States Complete Guide to Cat Care offers authoritative and practical advice that will help you make the best decisions along the way. This comprehensive guide includes sections on choosing a healthy cat, feeding and nutrition, training, grooming, disease, vet visits, caring for an aging cat, feline first-aid kits and emergency care.Unlike other books that endorse breeding and promote novelty or purebred cats, The Humane Society's Guide to Cat Care stresses making life better for the millions of cats already here. It provides information on rescuing and rehabilitating homeless cats, finding a stray's owner, and helping an outdoor cat make the transition to a safe indoor environment. The guide also encourages animal advocacy and offers a list of ways to get involved.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference for Cat Care.......2007-01-11

This guide acquaints the reader with the care of cats from kittenhood to adult cat. It is easy to read and easy to find pertinent information when needed. It is highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars Very Good........2005-04-10

Not only does this book tell you how to take care of your cat, it is also very interesting to read. Unlike some books, it doesn't have pages of very short descriptions of cat breeds. I find these very boring, as they tend to say the same things from book to book. These have no relevance to actually taking care of your cat. This book has enlightened me on several things about taking care of my cat. Much to my cat's distaste, I no longer feed her mass market pet food, but follow the simple directions found in the book. I also moved my ageing cat indoors, where she seems much less stressed. This book is good as a informative read about cats, and a reference book.

3 out of 5 stars Pregnant Cats and Young Kittens Not Covered.......2004-04-14

This book does not cover the week by week development of kittens in terms of dietary needs and social and motor control. If you are adopting a young kitten from a private home, this is not the book for you. If you want to breed cats, look for another book.

The index is also undernourished. It is missing the words diet, food, feeding, nursing and weaning. The book does a good job, however, on the politically correct attitude to have toward a cat.

5 out of 5 stars Best Cat Care Book Ever!.......2003-07-27

This book tells how to keep your cat healthy, happy, and safe. It also takes animal welfare seriously, telling how you can get involved in helping cats! I highly reccomend it to every cat owner in America!
Your Older Cat: A Complete Guide to Nutrition, Natural Health Remedies, and Veterinary Care
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Good book. You can tell the author genuinely cares about cats.
  • A terrific & moving book.
  • Gets right to the point
  • Great Book for Caring Cat Owners
  • Great cat book - even if your cats aren't old
Your Older Cat: A Complete Guide to Nutrition, Natural Health Remedies, and Veterinary Care
Susan Easterly
Manufacturer: Fireside
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0743224558

Book Description

Safe preventive care for a long and healthy life

You probably feel that you know everything your cat needs -- plenty of food, frequent naps, and lots of love! Cats heal quickly and take excellent care of themselves, but as they age, they do need owners to pay special attention to their health and behavior. Creating a balanced diet, encouraging regular exercise, and providing good health care will ensure that your cat enjoys every one of his nine lives.

Your Older Cat shows how to extend your cat's active years and explains the special health issues for an aging cat. Divided into five sections, this practical guide discusses:

HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE ONSET OF OLD AGE

READING YOUR CAT FOR SIGNS OF ILLNESS

BECOMING A PARTNER IN YOUR CAT'S HEALTH CARE -- FROM

VETERINARY CARE TO PET HEALTH INSURANCE

PREVENTION 101: TIPS ON DIET, GROOMING, NUTRITIONAL

SUPPLEMENTS, AND EXERCISE

AFFORDABLE AND EFFECTIVE NATURAL TREATMENTS FOR AGING CATS, INCLUDING ACUPUNCTURE, MASSAGE, HERBS, AND HOMEOPATHY

Plus, readers will find handsome color photos, informative sidebars for quick reference, and an extensive resource section.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Good book. You can tell the author genuinely cares about cats........2007-03-28

I hesitate to give any item 5 stars--indeed a search will show most of my reviews give mixed or low marks to products. I would have preferred to give it a 4.5, but if between a 4 or 5, I will give it the extra notch.

Overall, the book is not just useful health information on elderly kitties, it is also an homage to them. It attempts to take the reader into an understanding of the difficulties elderly cats face, and how not just to recognize and treat them, but also how to give them a better quality of life and more happiness.

If you want a medical veterinary guide, this book is not in-depth enough. If you want a good guide on elder kitty care and what to do in emergencies to give your cat enough time to get to the vet, this is a good book.

5 out of 5 stars A terrific & moving book........2006-06-21

Not only is this book full of vital information & guidlines, it emphatically displays this author's true love & respect for cats. It's full of beautiful & touching pictures of cats. It is also very orgzanized in its format. I liked this author so much that I am ordering another one of her books. This is the best book I have read on cats, yet.

5 out of 5 stars Gets right to the point.......2005-10-14

Easterly isn't just a sensitive and knowledgeable writer. She's certainly that, but instead of offering up merely entertaining anecdotes and wistful musings, she gets into the helpful details straightaway. The book is slim and beautifully designed, and the photos and illustrations are easy on the eyes, all of which lends an effective visual frame to Easterly's excellent data and advice.

This isn't a cute-kitty book. Those who are committed companions of older felines will find a wealth of compassionately practical and useful information in this terrific book. Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars Great Book for Caring Cat Owners.......2003-11-14

This is a great book for caring cat owners. It starts out explaining the aging process in cats, which is NOT as simple as the "seven cat years for one human year" formula we used to hear. There's information about preventative care, first aid, age-related problems, and - of course - the final decision you may have to make for your cat. There's even information about grief and mourning, both yours and that of other cats you may have.

"Your Older Cat" is full of photos, charts, graphs, sidebars, and other materials that make this an easily accessible book. Cats are not complainers, and if you have trouble figuring out when your cat is in pain, Easterly's book will help.

This is not some thick, academic tome. It's a well-written, easily-read book you can turn to when you're worried. Or you can pick it up and enjoy the beautiful photos of cats. There's also a great resource section, with books, magazines, videos, and organizations listed.

5 out of 5 stars Great cat book - even if your cats aren't old.......2002-10-03

"Your Older Cat" by Susan Easterly is for every cat owner. Even if your cats aren't old, you should read this book. It provides state-of-the-art cat advice... techniques that most people haven't heard about yet that can help prevent problems in later years. And it gives comprehensive, compassionate advice for dealing with older cats. Very well written and organized, beautiful pictures and great design, "Your Older Cat" is fun and easy to read. I recommend it highly for yourself and others.
Complete Illustrated Guide to Cat Care
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • BEST CAT BOOK EVER......(really)
  • Nice pictures - not terribly deep
  • THE COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO CAT CARE & BEHAVIOR
Complete Illustrated Guide to Cat Care
Bruce Fogle , and A. T. B. Edney
Manufacturer: Thunder Bay Press (CA)
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ASIN: 1571451846

Book Description

This comprehensive guide provides practical information in order to help you know your cat. Internationally renowned veterinarian Bruce Fogle gives in-depth advice and insight into these animals' physical and psychological well-being. Topics include routine care, grooming, handling, breeding, training, emergency first aid, travelling with your pet, and communicating with your cat. Over 500 color photos and illustrations accompany the clear and informative text.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars BEST CAT BOOK EVER......(really).......2003-11-23

This is the best cat care book i have ever read it really helped me with the deliver of my cats kittens and then the after care of them. It also halped me train my cat not to do cetain things like scratching the carpet and couch....you should get this if you have acat it really helps alot.......

3 out of 5 stars Nice pictures - not terribly deep.......2002-08-20

This is a good book for basic information about cats, without getting too deep. The pictures are very nice, making it an easy read. I found myself reading it hungrily, but now need more substance. I'll probably try to give this book away now.

4 out of 5 stars THE COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO CAT CARE & BEHAVIOR.......2000-09-05

I thought this book was very informative, and well illustrated. I think that anyone that is thinking about getting a cat or even anyone that has one already will find this helpful. I needed information about kittens, and found this book the best information on the subject, but it doesn't stop there.
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Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Not detailed enough
  • Not helpful enough
  • The only Cat Book I Have
  • Love This Book!
  • You don't need this one.
ASPCA Complete Cat Care Manual: The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Caring for Your Cat
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Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Not detailed enough.......2005-05-31

I've had this book through 4 cats and kittens, and if you have a really healthy cat who never develops any illnesses, it's great. I find myself using the Cornell Feline Health Center online for my cats.

The diagnostic tree is just too vague, the descriptions of diseases are also too vague and there's just not enough information. Using a vet's resource center with a dictionary handy does you--and your cat--more good, especially if your cat has something really serious.

1 out of 5 stars Not helpful enough.......2003-07-05

This book has a very serious omission on the subject of outdoor cats. The book does not mention at all that outdoor cats are in grave danger of attack by coyotes in many parts of the country. Coyotes are in places where many people wouldn't even expect them, such as in cities. There are precautions you can take to eliminate this danger or greatly reduce the chance of an attack. Unfortunately, this book does not list the precautions that should be taken. And by the way, bobcats will also be happy to kill a house cat and similar precautions would apply.

5 out of 5 stars The only Cat Book I Have.......2000-06-08

This is a wonderful book. My wife and I have 7 cats and we received this as a gift from my in-laws. This is the only cat book we own and we look at it all the time. The book has great pictures of various cats acting out various behaviors, what a kitten should look like at a certain age, and even different parasites that a cat may get. Also included is a list of emergency situations and ways you can help your cat if he/she is injured. This is a great book no cat owner should be without.

5 out of 5 stars Love This Book!.......2000-02-28

I find this book highly informative and well organized. I have 5 cats and own many cat books, but this one is by far the most referenced. I especially like the health reference section since I have not found this in any other books.

1 out of 5 stars You don't need this one........2000-01-11

I expected more, and better, from the ASPCA. This book is so basic, much too elementary for anyone who already owns a cat. Really. In two years I've learned more from my cats than this book could tell me. The information level is cursory, and in some cases, spotty. It was published in 1992, so there's NOTHING here about breakthrough medications for flea and heartworm prophylaxis. The only good thing to say about this book is that the photographs are beautiful. Wish I could send it back and buy something more informative.
Cat Be Good: A Foolproof Guide for the Complete Care And Training of Your Cat
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great book for a true cat person
Cat Be Good: A Foolproof Guide for the Complete Care And Training of Your Cat
Annie Bruce
Manufacturer: Adams Media Corporation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1593374119

Book Description

You can train your cat! With this comprehensive book, you'll learn a commonsense, humane approach to the care and training of your favorite feline friend. Cat Be Good provides all of the information you'll need to train a healthy, happy cat without negative reinforcement. With Cat Be Good on your bookshelf, you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about your cat, such as how to:
  • Administer proper rewards and reprimands
  • Solve hairball problems
  • Teach your cat to use the scratching post
  • Teach your cat to come when called
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  • Deal with shy cats
    Cat Be Good also dispels cat-training myths that just don't work, including why:
  • Using a squirt bottle doesn't stop bad behavior
  • Saying "no" in the same sentence as a cat's name is a "no-no"
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    With helpful hints, informative sidebars, and an easy-to-use format, Cat Be Good is the only reference you need to get the most out of your relationship with your beloved pet.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Great book for a true cat person.......2006-12-19

    The author takes into account that a cat is not just a pet, but a living creature. Like all living creatures, not every problem can be solved with sticky tape or some expensive product that may not have a high rate of success. It has some great insight about how to deal with typical cat issues. Though many cat issues are not simple to solve, she is more in tune with cat behavior than most cat behaviorist books I have read. I refer to this book quite regularly.
    The Complete Guide to Kitten Care (Mark Evans Animal Care)
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • A helpful, humorous book for new kitten owners.
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    Mark Evans
    Manufacturer: Macmillan General Reference
    ProductGroup: Book
    Binding: Hardcover

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    ASIN: 0876055994

    Book Description

    These two titles address everything pet owners will need to know to make the best of their pets from birth and adolescence to adulthood. Author Mark Evans covers all areas of interest to new owners including information on training and stimulating your young pet, when to take your pet to the vet and what to expect when you're there, and how to form a strong bond with your pet from its first weeks of life. Mark Evans, veterinarian, author and winner of the Dog Writers Association of America Maxwell award, provides straightforward, indispensable information. Excellent color photos of irresistible puppies and kittens make these books as attractive as they are informative.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars A helpful, humorous book for new kitten owners........1999-02-20

    My boyfriend and I recently fostered 7 orphaned 3 week old kittens. This book was invaluable! It talked about what to expect every week of the kittens life. When they were supposed to open their eyes, when they would start to play, what was normal and what needed attention. Also discusses their cognitive development. It was so clearly written and enjoyable, even humorous, that my boyfriend read it cover to cover and he's not a reader.
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      Manufacturer: Howell Book House
      ProductGroup: Book
      Binding: Paperback

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      BOTTLEKATZ: A Complete Care Guide for Orphan Kittens
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • from a fellow foster kittie mom
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      Sharon Darrow
      Manufacturer: Lulu.com
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      A complete care guide for orphan kittens, including information on determining their ages, how to handle all basic care needs, and the supplies and materials needed. It also has in-depth information on normal growth stages, handling routine health problems, and how to determine what additional outside help might be needed. It even includes information on how and where to get additional, hands-on assistance in raising the kittens and suggestions on how to get them into good adoptive homes.

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars from a fellow foster kittie mom.......2006-04-18

      I have now raised four litters of kittens from a week old to adoption. I can say that in many ways it is harder than raising my twin boys. You don't have the resources for kittens as with kids and they need three times the feeding and stimulation care that kids do!!! Now with this book I have the life line I need to take on another litter. Fostering kittens can be the most heartbreaking and wonderful job at the same time and with this book I will hopefully eliminate the "scary" parts associated with it. Sharon's book is like having a veterinarian at home with me at all times. I am telling everyone I know about this book. It is a must for raising kittens for your home or to adopt out.
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