Scratch the cat has never been so itchy. A flea has hopped into his fur & no matter how much he scratches he cant get rid of it! However Scratch isnt easily defeated-he has some clever ideas in mind to evict the flea once & for all. But despite his drastic endeavours including vigorously vacuuming himself a hideous haircut & a trip to the carwash the flea is determined to stay. Will Scratch ever be free of his lousy louse? This enormously entertaining text is the perfect outlet for Korky Pauls wonderful illustrations. ...

1 Cat Behaviour: Knowing more about why your cat acts the way it does will help you enjoy & appreciate the unique temperament of the cat in your home. 2 Choosing a Cat: This chapter will help you to assess your circumstances so that you can decide between moggie & pedigree a cute kitten or a fully grown adult one feline or two. It will also help you consider whether to keep your cat indoors or allow it access to the outside world. 3 Basic Cat Care: A one-stop guide to caring for your feline whether it is a young kitten or fully grown adult. This chapter

Includes:: no-nonsense advice on feeding & grooming as well as information on all your cat's toileting & sleeping needs. There's a handy section on stress-free travelling with your pet & advice on tracing a cat that has gone astray. 4 Games Showing & Training: This section shows you simple ways to teach your cat the rules of the house using reward & praise (never punishment). There's also advice on enjoying daily playtime
- essential for a cat's wellbeing & happiness
- as well as a handy section on common behavioural problems & how to solve them. 5 A Healthy Cat: When it comes to health prevention is much better than cure. This chapter shows you how to keep your cat well through simple checks that you can do at home. There's advice on when to call a vet
- as well as how to keep your cat calm at the surgery. Common ailments & emergency first aid are covered & there is a directory of complementary cat therapies.




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How much do cat owners really know about their feline friends? Do our pampered pets truly want all that food & affection or is that insistent miaow trying to communicate something more complex? Many cats & their owners co-exist in an atmosphere of polite misunderstanding with each party blissfully unaware of the wishes of the other. The cat says one thing & the owner hears another but somehow it works Until that is something goes wrong. Renowned cat counsellor Vicky Halls has helped hundreds of owners & their problem cats. Why do they soil in the house fight with next doors cat behave aggressively towards people or pull out their own fur? CAT CONFIDENTIAL answers these questions & many more & will enable all cat owners to reach a far better understanding with their feline companions. Fascinating funny heart-warming & occasionally tear-jerking CAT CONFIDENTIAL explores the hidden workings of the unique bond that people have with their cats. In a book filled with case studies amazing facts amusing anecdotes & practical advice Vicky Halls has finally revealed the innermost secrets of the feline psyche. ...

If cats were asked how they would truly like their owners to show affection what would they say? Are we giving them what they want? Is just loving them ever going to be enough? Can we love them too much? Vicky Halls author of the bestselling Cat Confidential" has devoted her life to studying the human/feline relationship. In " Cat Counsellor" she explores the origins of this emotional bond & shows how miraculous results can be achieved by merely changing the way we relate to our cats. " Cat Counsellor" is packed with fascinating case studies & tips on every aspect of cat relationships including those with all things furred & feathered. It also

Includes:: the fascinating results of the relationship survey giving cat owners from all over the world the chance to share their feelings about their feline companions. If you have ever wondered why you love your cat so much then this is the book for you!"

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Does your cat scratch your carpets? Or soil in the house? Or perhaps your cats behaviour has changed recently
- becoming withdrawn
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Almost from the beginning of art humans have portrayed cats. The animal originally domesticated for the humble purpose of catching mice was already a goddess in ancient Egypt & a beloved household pet in ancient Rome. Throughout history cats have been a beautiful vessel for symbolic meanings ranging from dark unruly sensuality to perfect domestic tranquillity. In this book cats inhabit 170 art masterpieces. Sometimes they are the stars of the work & sometimes they are working their magic from the corners of rooms (in which case both the whole work & a detail showing the cat are both illustrated). Here are paintings by Van Eyck Raphael Leonardo Bruegel Rembrandt Chardin Gainsborough Manet Renoir Bonnard Gauguin Matisse Balthus Picasso Warhol & many other famous artists. Stefano Zuffis charming text tells us what it all means. The cats meanwhile are beautiful seductive & mysterious. ...

Hop in the Thinga-ma-jigger & explore the world of mammals birds sea creatures & much more in this deluxe colouring book! With 96 pages of pictures to colour & a fun rhyming text this will keep any fans of The Cat in the Hat occupied for hours! The Cat in the Hat knows all about that! ...

To accompany the release of the live action movie of The Cat in the Hat starring Mike Myers Harper Collins are proud to present Dr. Seuss's original classic tale of the coolest hippest cat in history! When the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat Sally & her brother are in for a roller-coaster ride of havoc & mayhem! The Cat can rescue them from a dull rainy day but it means lots of thrills & spills along the way. The wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat is one of the most popular characters in children's fiction & this book is ideal for budding readers to tackle on their own. ...

This classic book in a fantastic new format will make the perfect gift for Dr Seuss fans! When the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat Sally & her brother are in for a roller-coaster ride of havoc & mayhem! The Cat in the Hat is now available for the first time in picture book format. When Sally & her brother are left alone they think theyre in for a dull day
- until the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat bringing with him mayhem & madness! This is the classic book that every child should have the joy of reading.
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the classic Cat in the Hat we are proud to present Dr. Seuss's original tale of the coolest hippest cat in history! When the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat Sally & her brother are in for a roller-coaster ride of havoc & mayhem! The Cat can rescue them from a dull rainy day but it means lots of thrills & spills along the way. The wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat is one of the most popular characters in children's fiction & this book is ideal for budding readers to tackle on their own. ...