When and who will benefit from books about cats?
Many who get a pet for the first time believe that a cat doesn’t need much.
Enough food, water and regular scratching behind the ears. In fact, you will face many experiences, discoveries and revelations, questions and doubts. How often to feed your pet, why hair comes out, whether vaccinations are needed, how to tell if an animal is sick, how to stop a furry pet from sharpening its claws on the sofa - books about cats will help answer most of your questions. Of course, you can use Google and “help from a friend,” but it’s good when all the useful information is at hand. In addition, specialized books about cats are compiled by specialists and contain verified information. You can have the most amazing, calm and wonderful kitten, and over time it can turn into a pet monster. Chewed wires, destroyed flowers, torn wallpaper are a small part of the incidents that threaten cat owners if they do not know how to raise them. When you don't know how to deal with an animal, books about cats can also come in handy. It is worth thinking about the characteristics of cats, their psychology and the necessary care in advance.
How to prepare for a pet in your life
It is important for your cat to have a comfortable and safe existence in your home from day one.
The animal must have access to a toilet, fresh water and food. Think about how to work on dangerous areas - windows, balconies and loggias, doorways. You can place mosquito nets on the windows or order specialized nets for cats. Provide a bed right away. The cat must have its own space - a place where it can hide entirely. Over time, this corner will be saturated with the smell of the animal. It signals that this is the cat’s territory and here he can feel completely safe. Otherwise, if the pet does not have its own house, even a box with soft flooring, it will look for any possible secluded corner. It’s a dubious pleasure to worry about rummaging around the house in search of a pet, finding it in the closet on your clothes, or taking it out from under the bed or sofa. Over time, the cat will get used to lying on the windowsill, fall in love with your cozy blanket, and begin to sleep on the washing machine or even in the sink. You can place a house or box in which you can hide in plain sight, and then the pet can feel comfortable and at the same time remain in your company.
By the time a cat arrives in your home, you should have a scratching post. Especially if you don’t want your pet to try your chairs, sofa, wallpaper or carpet in turn. It will be more difficult to stop a cat from scratching surfaces that you care about than to immediately accustom the animal to a scratching post that is comfortable for its claws (and your nerves).
There are many useful tips on home improvement, treatment of representatives of the cat family, daily care, nutrition and activities in the book about cats by Nikolai Nepomniachtchi. Edition “Cats. A complete guide to education and care" contains not only answers to important questions for the owner, but also interesting information about the breeds and history of these pets.
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What problems await cat owners?
The biggest worry for owners comes from questions about health.
How and when to vaccinate, whether it is necessary to sterilize, how to understand whether a cat is healthy, and so on. Basic knowledge from books about cats will help you avoid running to the veterinarian at the slightest difficulty. For example, it is worth knowing that cats have a normal elevated body temperature relative to humans. Before sterilizing or castrating an animal, it is worth deworming - ridding the animal of parasites - and getting vaccinations. After vaccinations, the animal may be a little lethargic.
The main signs that a cat is sick are refusal of favorite treats and toys, apathetic behavior. To recognize acute pain, you don’t need to be a veterinarian: if the animal responds with aggression or meows heavily when trying to take your hands and examine it, it’s clear that it’s not feeling well.
It is important to remember that severe prolonged hypothermia or overheating can be destructive for a pet. It is best if you find out the contacts of the nearest veterinary hospital as soon as you get a cat. This way, in any emergency situation, you will provide the animal with proper care.
Many owners who have little knowledge of cat behavior may be outraged that their pet does not behave the way they would like. For example, they dreamed of a calm domestic kitten that would lie on their laps and purr. The animal grows into a rabid beast that rushes around the apartment and destroys everything in its path. If you want an affectionate, furry pet, you get a wayward cat that doesn’t like to sit in your arms. This happens often, especially if you get a very young kitten. Everyone loves to take babies, but few people know how to raise them. Willy-nilly, you have to study books about cats and learn how to raise them correctly.
Perhaps, if the character of the animal that suits your lifestyle and disposition is important to you, you should choose an adult cat. Many owners, shelters and cat cafes place their pets in good hands. There you can observe the behavior of animals, make friends with cats and choose a friend from among the felines.
One of the most terrible problems that frightens and warns many people from getting a pet is the risk that the animal will ignore the litter box or mark the apartment. Fortunately, cats are quite clean and tidy. Any action they take is usually justified by their nature and habits. It’s just that none of them will start spoiling your boots and marking corners. An animal that aggressively leaves its scent everywhere is reporting discomfort and stress. It wants to gain a foothold in the territory because it does not perceive the space as its own, it is scared or disoriented. As soon as you create the proper conditions, the cat will stop marking. Proper conditions include a safe location of the tray, unobstructed access to it, sufficient space for movement, a house or shelter, and the absence of dangers and other animals, especially aggressive ones.
The best books about cats and cats
The cat became man's companion thousands of years ago, regularly protecting his supplies from pests. In Ancient Egypt, these mysterious creatures were considered the embodiment of the fertility goddess Bast, and among the Vikings - the goddess Freya. There are many popular superstitions and beliefs associated with cats; they are often heroes of fairy tales and legends.
Nowadays, a cat is, first of all, a beloved friend, although sometimes wayward. That’s why books have been written about cats in all genres: we invite you to get acquainted with the list of the best of them.
"A Street Cat Named Bob" - James Bowen
The book about Bob the cat has rightly gained worldwide popularity and even received a film adaptation. Her characters, Bob and James, were known on social networks even before the book was published.
James was a homeless musician in London, and Bob... was a simple street cat. Their meeting occurred at a time when James had lost all meaning in life and was suffering from addiction. But the cat became a salvation for the musician, bringing good luck and light to his world.
“Reasonings of the cat Moore” (“Everyday views of the cat Murr”) - Ernst Hoffmann
A satirical novel, which V. G. Belinsky called the most important work of the German author: “In none of his creations did the wonderful genius of Hoffmann reveal so much depth, humor, sarcastic bile, poetic charm...”
The book unexpectedly combines two unrelated storylines: a narration from the point of view of the cat Murr and a biography of the bandmaster Johannes Kreisler. The author dedicated the novel, filled with brilliant irony and fantasy, to his own cat named Murr.
"The Straight Cat" - Terry Pratchett
It is impossible not to include the humorous “gospel of the cat breed” in the top books about cats. This is a kind of guide to the world of “real cats” - and we are talking about them. How they differ from fake ones, how they are structured and by what laws they operate, read in the book of the most famous satirist in Great Britain. Illustrations by English artist Gray Jolliffe will help you immerse yourself in the cat world.
“The story about the cat Ignasy, the chimney sweep Fedya and the Lonely Mouse” - Lyudmila Ulitskaya
Once upon a time there lived a Mouse. She was lonely, although mice usually live in large families. Her husband drowned in a jug of milk, and the children grew up and moved to another city. But the Mouse has accumulated impressive property. It occupied a large pantry, a refrigerator and a closet until an unknown thief encroached on it, which is the almost detective plot of the fairy tale.
The book, at first glance for children, is actually written not only for children - it is an adult story about people, disguised as a fairy tale.
“Fluffy book. Cats - happiness is nearby! — Dmitry Kuklachev
Dmitry Kuklachev is the son of “that same” Yuri Kuklachev, the famous cat trainer. Having spent his entire life surrounded by four-legged animals, he decided to connect his work with cats.
The book is imbued with kindness and love for these graceful animals, but not without a dose of humor. Dmitry understands cats like no one else, and along with an enjoyable read, you will certainly learn something new.
"The Cat Who Loved Brahms" - Lillian Jackson Brown
The popular series of detective novels “The Cat Who...” began in the 60s and includes three dozen books. The main character, Detective Quiller, picked up two Siamese cats while investigating the disappearance of their owners, and since then they have been characters in the books. The series is known for its "cozy" detective style: there is almost no violence, murder or blood.
The book takes place in a cottage by the lake. Qwilleran was invited to relax, but it turns out that life in nature is not as calm as it might seem. The detective's faithful cat, Coco, helps solve the mysterious disappearance.
"Get wild!" — Erin Hunter
The book about warrior cats is the first in a series of fantasy novels written under the pseudonym Erin Hunter. It tells about the adventures of the ThunderClan cats, which many schoolchildren have already loved.
The story begins with the escape of the domestic kitten Ryzhik. He finds himself in a forest where four clans of wild cats confront each other, and now he must earn the right to be part of ThunderClan. Will Ryzhik find true friends or sworn enemies?
“Shamayka” - Yuri Koval
The plot of the book is based on the story of the Canadian writer E. Seton-Thompson “The Royal Analostan”. Soviet director Rolan Bykov got the idea to make a film based on it, and assigned Koval to write the script. In the end, the film remained just an idea, but the writer came out with a wonderful children's book about cats.
This is a heart-warming story about an unusually beautiful kitten from the slums. Shamika experiences love, friendship, and betrayal. She has to survive in harsh conditions and get out of difficult situations, but in the end the writer leaves hope for a happy life for the cat.
“The cat that walks by itself” - Rudyard Kipling
The story tells of a time when all animals were wild. The Dog, Horse and Cow were the first to become man's friends. But the Wild Cat walked on his own, and no one managed to tame him. Then people decided to make an agreement with the Cat...
A fairy tale about fidelity, friendship, and how nature works will not leave preschool children indifferent.
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Top tips from Jackson Galaxy's book about cats
Jackson Galaxy is the best friend of one of the most popular pets in the world.
The host of the famous American show “My Cat from Hell” wrote the book “Hell Cat” in 2022. It contains stories that can be useful to everyone who communicates with cats, keeps them at home, or is just about to get one. Or two. Or several at once. We've collected his advice. About the book
1. Look at the cat's behavior.
You can learn a lot about a cat by its gait, habits, and tail position. A confident cat will keep its tail raised, easily navigate the spaces of the apartment, and will not hide under the sofa from its owner.
2. Remember your instincts.
Even though cats are pets, they are still animals. Nature has a “catch and kill” mechanism built into them. And eat it. And since we give them ready-made food, the energy intended for hunting does not find an outlet. This can cause your cat to be overly aggressive.
3. Play.
To release excess energy, it is vital for the animal to hunt. In the real life of a house cat, this means playing. Feather teasers, balls or mice on strings - determine what your pet likes and play with him daily, at least 10-15 minutes a day.
4. Ensure safety.
You may think that it is good for your cat to walk outside. But there are many dangers for the animal there. And if you want your cat to live with you for a long time, control its stay outside. For example, buy a harness.
5. Take care of your cat even when you are not at home.
Modern life does not mean that you will be with your pet 24/7. Think about how to diversify his home confinement. For example, get a “cat TV” - hang a feeder outside the window. Birds will come for treats, and the cat will be able to watch and passively hunt.
Prologue
Although it was deep night, no one was going to sleep in the royal palace. The windows glowed with the lights of hundreds and thousands of candles and magic balls; hurried steps could be heard every now and then in the corridors, and sometimes unknown persons began to run. The cause of the night's commotion was the disappearance of the crown prince of the kingdom of Araya.
In the brightly lit office of the head of the secret guard, faceless figures replaced one another, received tasks, only to immediately melt into the intricacies of the castle corridors. When the last of them left the room, Ressar er Kors tiredly leaned back in his chair and rubbed the bridge of his nose with the tips of his long aristocratic fingers.
What happened this evening was simply unthinkable! According to his information, no one suspicious entered or left the prince’s chambers... But his own eyes said the opposite. The chaos that had been created clearly indicated that the heir had been kidnapped, and a few drops of the prince’s blood indicated that there had not been a struggle. But not a single trace, not a single clue could be found!
Documents were also stolen, to which people Ressar could count on the fingers of one hand had access to. And although the important papers had nothing to do with the crown prince, an inner instinct, without which the head of the secret guard would not have held his position for so many years, insistently insisted that these two cases were interconnected. And if you find one, then you will find another.
In this case, it was easier to find the papers. As already mentioned, access to them was limited. Only five. And these five were worth checking out immediately. Rassar looked at the large grandfather clock, the dial of which showed half past five in the morning, sighed and began to cast a spell that activated the communication mirror.
That same evening, in the same city, a meeting of equally influential people of the state took place.
“Let me introduce: Elchior van Niran,” said the owner of the office, and a rather young man with night-black hair and gray-silver eyes, reminiscent of stars not only in color, but also in the irregular shape of the pupil, made a slight bow. On his handsome, sophisticated face one could easily read some disdain for the luxury surrounding him.
-Are you sure he can handle it? — asked a somewhat corpulent man in a modest suit, the cost of which exceeded all conceivable limits, for elegance unburdened by luxury is always the most expensive. He shot at Elhior, instantly appreciating the expensive, but comfortable and inconspicuous suit, and the warm, well-enchanted cloak, and even, as it seemed to the mercenary, all the weapons that his guards had not found.
“Of course,” nodded the magician introducing the newcomer. — Elhior is one of the best bloodhounds, a legendary bounty hunter. No one has ever left him. And if anyone can quietly and quickly cope with your instructions, it’s him.
“Well,” nodded the first chancellor. “Young man, I hope you won’t let me down.”
“There is no need to doubt it,” Elhior answered in a quiet, soft voice. - I can handle the assignment.
“Well, your confidence is commendable.” Now go out and wait in the reception area.
Having bowed, the star-eyed mercenary left, grinning slightly. His hearing was much sharper than that of a human, and the conversation in the office would not be a secret to him.
