Your New Cat: An Expert Answers Your Every Question (Capital Ideas) [Paperback]

Kim Thornton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: 2004 | Series: Capital Ideas

Bringing a new cat into your life is an exciting time. You want to provide for your cat, establish a relationship with him, and learn how to live together happily. But you have so many questions about how to integrate a cat into your life while taking care of his needs. Whether you bring home a cuddly kitten or a mature cat, Your New Cat has all the answers you need. Written in a Q&A format, information is easy to find under each of 15 topical chapters

Editorial Reviews

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"'Your New Cat' will help new cat owners handle any possible scenario they might encounter with their new feline...." -- Janine Adams, author of How to Say It to Your Cat and member of the Council of Directors of the Cat Writers' Association

"...a perfect resource for both experienced and novice cat fanciers." -- Deb M. Eldredge, DVM, recipient Gentle Doctor Award from Cornell University, award winning writer and small animal practitioner

"This book is a gem and is a must for those who want to...share life with their precious cat." -- Nancy Peterson, Issues Specialist, The Humane Society of the United States

About the Author

Kim Campbell Thornton is an award-winning pet writer and cat expert. She has published 14 books on cats and dogs, including Your Aging Cat and Why Do Cats Do That? She is a past president of Cat Writers Association of America, the winner of the Muse Medallion and winner of a special award for writing from Cat Writers Association of America. She is a frequent contributor to the AKC Gazette, Cat Fancy, Cats USA, Critters USA, Pet Product News, and Veterinary Practice Staff. In addition, Kim has won several writing awards from Dog Writers Association of America, including the Maxwell award. She lives in Lake Forest, California with her husband, 1 cat, 3 dogs, and 1 bird.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Capital Books (2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931868034
• ISBN-13: 978-1931868037
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,161,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Packed with Information!, August 4, 2004

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J. Hughes (Leesburg, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Your New Cat: An Expert Answers Your Every Question (Capital Ideas) (Paperback)

As a "mother" to two cats, I didn't think I had a lot to learn about how to care for cats, but Thornton's "Your New Cat" proved me wrong.

Whether you are a cat pro who's had cats for years or are a complete novice thinking about adopting your first cat, "Your New Cat" provides a great deal of useful information presented in an easy to read format. Topics include whether you should adopt a kitten or an older cat, is dry food better than wet food, what kind of cat to get if you have children, getting a cat from a breeder versus an animal shelter, how to give cats medication, signs of illness to look out for, and characteristics of the different breeds, among many other topics.

"Your New Cat" is a must read for any cat parent!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Knowledge, January 4, 2005

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C. Larkin (Lake Forest, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Your New Cat: An Expert Answers Your Every Question (Capital Ideas) (Paperback)

This book was given to me as a gift and I really enjoyed it. The author clearly has excellent knowledge on cats and a plus is when the author shares personal experiences too. (that was my favorite part) Since my cat is no longer with me, this book really got me excited to plan another adoption in the future. Will look for more from this author.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must-have" reference and resource for any new cat owner, November 10, 2004

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Your New Cat: An Expert Answers Your Every Question (Capital Ideas) (Paperback)

Knowledgeably written by Kim Campbell Thornton (a past president of Cat Writers Association of America), Your New Cat is a straightforward guide to caring for, feeding, grooming, and protecting a beloved new feline pet, whether a kitten or an adult cat. Especially important are the warnings of common household poisons (antifreeze is lethal to animals, yet they will consume it if it is left out due its sweet taste!), hazards, and poisonous plants, and other things to watch out for to keep one's animal safe. Your New Cat is a superb primer and an absolute "must-have" reference and resource for any new cat owner.