Kittens For Dummies

by Dusty Rainbolt

Overview

Who can resist the charm of a kitten, those energetic, curious creatures whose cuteness factors fall somewhere between adorable and irresistible? But as animal shelters across the country can attest, those enchanting balls of fluff quickly mature into full-grown cats with their own requirements for healthy, happy lives.

Kittens For Dummies is your source for understanding what you can expect if you decide to welcome a high energy and high maintenance four-legged friend into your home. You'll not only figure out if you're ready to fit a kitty into your lifestyle, but also how to go about

Adopting or buying the right kitten for you

Making sure your home is kitten-proof

Introducing your new pet to children and other pets

Preventing and treating feline illnesses

Dealing with behavioral issues

Rescuing an orphaned kitten

Books abound about kitten care. Unlike many of themÂthose that seem to require a veterinary medicine degree to figure outÂKittens For Dummies explains everything in plain, everyday English. And like the subject itself, this handy reference is full of fun. In entertaining, informative language, the friendly guide gives you the real deal on

Doling out plenty of love, attention, and patience

Deciding whether kitty will be allowed to explore the outdoors

Making your kitten comfy with the right supplies and accessories

Knowing how often to ring the dinner bell

Recognizing emergencies that call for quick trips to the veterinarian

Locating qualified caretakers when you travel

Nurturing kitty into adulthood

Before you take the giant leap into kitten ownershipÂa wonderful and sometimes chaotic worldÂcheck out the expert advice in a resource that's bound to become as constant a companion as your purr-fect pet.

P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, youÂre probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Kittens For Dummies (9780764541506). The book you see here shouldnÂt be considered a new or updated product. But if youÂre in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. WeÂre always writing about new topics!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781119609117
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	08/13/2019
Series:	For Dummies Books
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	633,551
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Dusty Rainbolt is Product Reviewer for Catnip, former Product Editor for Whole Cat Journal, and an award-winning writer.

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Table of Contents

Introduction.

Part I: Your Companion for Life.

Chapter 1: Getting the Lowdown on Owning a Kitten.

Chapter 2: Choosing the Right Kitten for You.

Chapter 3: Buying a Registered Kitten.

Chapter 4: Adopting a Random-Bred or Special Needs Kitten.

Part II: Preparing for and Bringing Home Your Kitten.

Chapter 5: Making Your Kitten Comfy.

Chapter 6: Welcome Home, Kitty!

Chapter 7: Providing a Meal Fit for a Kitten King.

Part III: Caring for Your Kitten.

Chapter 8: Out of Harm’s Way: Ensuring Your Kitten’s Safety.

Chapter 9: Recognizing Common Illnesses and Diseases.

Chapter 10: An Ounce of Prevention.

Chapter 11: Cleanliness Is Next to Catliness.

Chapter 12: I’m Leaving on a Jet Plane: What Should I Do?

Part IV: Kitten Psychology: Understanding Your Furry Friend.

Chapter 13: What Did You Meow? Understanding Felinese.

Chapter 14: Managing Behavior Problems.

Chapter 15: Keeping Your Kitten Entertained and Out of Trouble.

Part V: Welcoming the Unplanned Kitten.

Chapter 16: Rescuing an Older Kitten in Need.

Chapter 17: Critical Care for Orphans.

Chapter 18: Combating Health and Behavior Concerns Common to Orphans.

Chapter 19: All Grown Up: What Should I Do?

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 20: Ten Common Kitten Emergencies and How to Deal with Them.

Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Bond with Your Kitten.

Index.

Editorial Reviews

"A huge amount of information."  (Birmingham Post, Monday 19th November 2007)

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