The 50 Secrets of Highly Successful Cats: or How to Succeed With Humans (Without Really Trying) [Paperback]

Colleen Q. O'Shea (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1994 | Series: Without Really Trying

Written by cats for cats, a delightfully clever, beautifully illustrated guide to living with humans includes tips on how to rule the home, managing human companions, and learning to be a cat with an attitude.

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We are by nature secretive, inscrutable, and somewhat lazy. But we realize that too often these days young kittens are not instructed in the foolproof techniques we have developed over centuries. And so we have undertaken the urgent task of sharing with fellow felines the secrets of a successful cat. Included are such valuable tips as: Shedding on fabric the same color as your hair is a waste of effort. Go for the contrast. Many humans find dog tricks appealing. Does this mean cats should do tricks, too? No. When selecting a gift for a human, you can't go wring with a dead rodent. It shows considerable effort, and if they don't want it, you've got a bonus. Forty-seven other important insights make this fun volume as essential to every cat as a good bird feeder, and appealing to fans of French For Cats and A Cat's Little Instruction Book.

Product Details

• Paperback: 92 pages
• Publisher: Dell (November 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0440506352
• ISBN-13: 978-0440506355
• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,183,997 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not as big as expected, October 27, 2009

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PAM "cat fairy" (Atlanta) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The 50 Secrets of Highly Successful Cats: or How to Succeed With Humans (Without Really Trying) (Paperback)

I was surprised to see such a little book. However, I never got to read it because my teenager picked it up, started laughing at what he read, and has been sharing it with friends ever since. It must be good.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very entertaining!, June 23, 2002

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Leslie (Everett, Washington United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The 50 Secrets of Highly Successful Cats: or How to Succeed With Humans (Without Really Trying) (Paperback)

It's so very true, with tips such as when and when not to make eye contact, being cute, telephone manners, and my personal favorite, escaping from collars. I swear my cat found my copy and read it... she does everything by the book!

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a must for cat owners and lovers., November 29, 1998

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K. Crouch "Library Kat" (KY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The 50 Secrets of Highly Successful Cats: or How to Succeed With Humans (Without Really Trying) (Paperback)

This book is written by cats, and does a great job of explaining the cat's brain and behavior to mere humans. Read it, share it with friends and new cat owners. DO NOT ALLOW ANY CAT TO SEE THIS BOOK!! Any cat who doesn't know these secrets shouldn't learn them from us. 50 Secrets of Highly Successful Cats is hilarious and right on the mark. After reading it myself, I read it aloud to friends. It is a must for new cat owners, who will need a good laugh while they are getting acquainted with their cat.