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The Complete Cat's Meow: Everything You Need to Know about Caring for Your Cat [Paperback]

Darlene Arden (Author)
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Book Description

April 5, 2011

Awards:
Cat Writers’ Association Muse Medallion, Books - Health and General Care category
About.com Readers’ Choice Award, Best Book about Cat Care

The all-in-one resource for cat owners

Do you consider cats valued members of the family? Do you want to ensure you're giving your beloved feline friend the very best possible care? Then this all-in-one, comprehensive cat care guide is for you!

From grooming to litter box issues to nutrition and much more, The Complete Cat's Meow covers all the bases to raising and caring for kitties. It also shows you how to introduce a new kitten to other pets, handle behavioral problems, and make life comfortable for cats of all ages.

  • Covers everything cat owners need to know about health, nutrition, behavior, and training
  • Compelling photos of a wide variety of breeds
  • Other titles by Arden: The Irrepressible Toy Dog; Small Dogs, Big Hearts

Whether you're a veteran cat owner or thinking about adding a feline to your family, The Complete Cat's Meow is your one-stop guide to comprehensive cat care.


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“The veterinary and health information is exactly right. The pictures are super cute. The book is easy to read and will be easy to use as a quick resource. You NEED this book. You will love it, and you will learn about and appreciate your cat/cats/cats-to-be even more than you already do.” —Shawn M. Finch, DVM, rileyandjames.com 

“I have read a lot of cat care books in the almost three decades I’ve spent either caring for cats, working with cats, or writing about cats. When I picked up The Complete Cat’s Meow, I honestly didn’t expect to learn anything new. I was wrong. Not only did I learn a few new things, but this guide truly stands out in the genre.” —Ingrid King, Pet Connection 

“Arden's new book provides cat people with everything they need to keep their cat healthy, happy, and bonded with them for life. She debunks cat myths and provides information to make life better for person and cat. If you get one cat book, this should be it.” —Nancy Marano, Petroglyphs

From the Back Cover

The all-in-one resource for cat owners

"This is a book to be treasured by every cat lover—and we are a legion. I learned a lot and enjoyed every minute."
BETTY WHITE, actress and author

Do you consider your cat a valued member of the family? Do you want to ensure you're giving your beloved feline friend the very best possible care? Then this all-in-one cat care guide is for you!

From grooming to litter box issues to nutrition and much more, The Complete Cat's Meow covers all the bases for successfully raising and caring for kitties. It also shows you how to introduce a new kitten to other pets, handle behavioral problems, and make life comfortable for cats of all ages.

Whether you're a veteran cat owner or thinking about adding a feline to your family, The Complete Cat's Meow is your one-stop guide to comprehensive cat care.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (April 5, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470641673
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470641675
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #403,484 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

A Certified Animal Behavior Consultant, Journalist, Author, Learning Facilitator in Kutztown University's Dog Training and Management Certificate Program and frequent media guest, Darlene Arden's passion for helping animals live longer and better lives shines through in all she does. Whether she's writing books or articles, speaking to breed clubs and other animal-related groups, attending veterinary conferences to increase her own knowledge and as a presenter, or interacting with individual pet owners, her goal is always the same -- to enhance the lives of dogs and cats. In her "spare time" she is a World Canine Freestyle Organization Judge, Referee, and Advisory Board member and she produces and hosts a local cable television program. Find her on the web at: www.darlenearden.com

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Best Cat Book Ever April 22, 2011
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Darlene Arden's new book, The Complete Cat's Meow, deserves the accolade, "Best (and most 'complete')Cat Book, Ever." It is beautifully written, clear, concise, and jam-packed with solid, sensible advice, beginning at the 'beginning' with a chapter on newborn kittens and how they grow. Following are chapters on how to choose a cat; getting ready for the cat's introduction into the household; and sections on understanding the feline mind; feeding; health care; concerns unique to felines; emergency situations; overviews of popular cat breeds; and activities and training (incuding a section on therapy cats). Yes, you can train a cat! Everyday life with cats is thoroughly covered, from kittenhood through old age. All of this is done in a genial, non-preachy, reader-friendly style and is illustrated with photos. Numerous information boxes emphasize points of interest, such as subtle signs of illness and neutering/spaying. The book winds up with two appendices. The first is "Shopping for Your Cat" -- great fun! The second is a list of useful resources, including websites and books. At the end is a well-thought-out index. I am a credentialed veterinary technician, and I recommend this book to both neophytes and experienced cat owners. There's something here for everyone. I love this book.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Complete and Charming May 2, 2011
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Darlene Arden's loving and enthusiastic guide to cat care is both comprehensive and delightful. Even the most practical, down-to-earth chapters sparkle with humor. Especially notable is Arden's emphasis on the feline need for human companionship and on the consequent importance of interactive play with cats. This is the perfect book to help all cat owners, veterans and newcomers alike, to appreciate cats and to provide cats with the best possible lives. Highly recommended!
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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The Complete Cat's Meow by Darlene Arden is one of the most delightful books on cats that I have read in a long time. The book has eleven chapters that cover everything from popular cat breeds to health, training and behavior issues. The book has many photos which are stunning, both black and white as well as color. What I really like about this book is that it is easy to read and understand. You feel as though the author is having a personal conversation with you. I am going to recommend this book to all of my cat clients.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Should be required reading for all cat families
Last week, I noticed our blind cat, Idgie (star of my essay in Almost Perfect: Disabled Pets and the People Who Love Them), seemed a bit "off. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Mary A. Shafer
Superb Resource for Cat Owners and Cat Owners to Be!
I've been a cat mom most of my life, and with all that I know, and all that I've learned, Darlene Arden's "The Complete Cat's Meow" taught me so much more. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lisette Brodey
Rescuegal asks "Think you know everything about cats!"
I have grown up around cats since infancy and have had cats all my adult life. This doesn't make me an authority, but it has given me a good head start. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sue L. Janson
Wonderful book for cat lovers
Darlene Arden's THE COMPLETE CAT'S MEOW really is everything you need to know about your cat. Say you've had cats all your life and believe you know all about adopting and caring... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Carolyn Smith
Disappointing
One word sums it up: Disappointing.

The author doesnt really share any new and/or exciting info in this book; most all I have read or heard elsewhere. Read more
Published 6 months ago by NOONE
Good but not Great
What this book offers is a good all-in-one information source for cat owners, including where to get your new cat, what kind of cat to get, how to prepare for your cat, the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by K. N. Crouse
Darlene's book is awesome !
Darlene has done an awesome job on this book.

I found the information easy to understand and has been a great help with my rescue girl Alana. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Claire Clayton
This Cat Meows: A Cat Care Must-Have!
You'll find loads of information here about every stage of life with your cat, from kittenhood to old age. At less than 250 pages, it's comprehensive without being overwhelming. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Sparkle the Designer Cat
"THE" Cat Book!!
Darlene has written "The" cat book. To paraphrase the late Ed McMahon, Everything you need to know about cats is in this book!!! And your right cat food breath. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Gary A. Rohde
Excellent Author and The most Complete Cat book I have ever Read.
What a Wonderful Author, This Book goes in to every Aspect of caring for your Cat, It is Such a helpful Tool when Caring for all kinds of Cats, This is a must have for every home... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Howgoit
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