50 Games to Play With Your Cat [Paperback]

Jackie Strachan (Author), Franny Syufy (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2007

Cats are commonly misconceived as sedentary creatures that need little, if any, exercise. In reality, cats require the same sort of mental and physical stimulation as any other pet in order to be healthy and happy and to alleviate boredom.

In 50 Games to Play with Your Cat, discover a complete compendium of games appropriate for cats of all ages and activity levels. The simple instructions make each game easy to set up and play in as little as 10 to 15 minutes. The book features activities that challenge your cat both mentally and physically, helping to satisfy her instinctive hunting skills while keeping her fit and happy. Many of the exercises utilize items often found lying around the house, such as empty boxes or shopping bags and even soap bubbles. It also includes expert tips that explain your cat's playful behavior and shows you how to coax a cautious cat into play or calm an overexcited cat.

For the cat owner who wants to help his or her pet stay active and engaged, 50 Games to Play with Your Cat offers enjoyable game ideas that are appropriate for all ages and activity levels of both cat and owner.

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About the Author

Jackie Strachan is an author and cat lover who lives in England. She has one cat, Ginger, who is kept well entertained with a dazzling repertoire of games.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Tfh Pubns Inc; 1 edition (October 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793806194
• ISBN-13: 978-0793806195
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #74,448 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #91 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Cats

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33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars My boss loves this book, September 23, 2007

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This review is from: 50 Games to Play With Your Cat (Paperback)

My boss--er, cat--would give this book two thumbs up . . . if he could!

The ideas are divided into sections, beginning with simple toys (such as a crumpled up piece of paper), and going into more elaborate toys made from cardboard.

The book would get five stars *if* some of the toys weren't store-bought, such as: a toy glove, a ball that drops a treat when played with, circle ball track, a cloth tube/tunnel, scratching post, cat tree . . . you get the idea! These are toys/games you can find out about just by looking at the pet store, and some are pricey.

However, overall, the book should provide inspiration and mostly (with some exceptions) low-cost, homemade ideas. Both cat and owner will mutually benefit from playing these games together. It's about time someone realized cats aren't aloof and do really want to interact with us . . . thank you, t.f.h!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Some great ideas..., March 27, 2009

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Walt (Syracuse, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 50 Games to Play With Your Cat (Paperback)

Some great ideas for playing with your cat. Although you've probably thought of most of these ideas yourself, I think everyone will find a gem that pays for the book. For me, it was using an old bookcase and cardboard to make a hideout and play area. This book would be a great gift for a child who always wants to buy toys for their cat - now they can make them for little or nothing. The book also teaches a lot about feline behavior. Doris Dingle's Crafty Cat Activity Book: Games, Toys & Hobbies to Keep Your Cat's Mind Active

20 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Love This Book, December 2, 2007

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Franny Syufy "Franny Syufy" (No. California Gold Country) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 50 Games to Play With Your Cat (Paperback)

I've always said that cats are more likely to play with the box it came in rather than the toy inside. Therefore, when I was asked to write the forward for this book, I was interested and excited. As the text and photos came to me, it became apparent that this book was going to be all I'd hoped for. It's a fun read, and I encourage readers to put their imaginations to work and add their own embellishments to the projects. In closing, I'd like to say that in fairness to Jackie Strachan, my name should not appear anywhere on Amazon as "co-author" of this book. It's Jackie's through and through and she deserves full credit. All I am is an admirer and forward-writer of the book.