The Complete Cats in the Sun is the essential Hans Silvester: together in one book are all the free-spirited felines from the enormously popular Cats in the Sun, Asleep in the Sun, and The Mediterranean Cat. This is a beautiful one-volume collection of those memorable cats leaping from one fishing boat to the next, prowling across the rounded azure rooftops in search of the perfect place for a quick nap in the sun, or slinking through the cool shadows of a Mediterranean afternoon. The Complete Cats in the Sun is destined to become the classic gift book for lovers of felines, the sun, and the magic that is the Grecian Isles.

    These two heartwarming books celebrate the timeless love between people and their forever cats and forever dogs. Filled with colorful illustrations of cats and dogs lovingly cared for by their guardian angels, these charming little books will delight animal lovers young and old and bring comfort to anyone who has had to say goodbye to their best four-legged friend. Perfect for any cat or dog lover.

    In each installment, cartoonist Pat Brady presents a loving and funny family that fans simply want to be a part of.In The Irresistible Rose is Rose, Brady plays up Rose's active fantasy world. Through one or two clever flip-art sequences she morphs into her alter ego, the leather-clad biker sexpot, Vicki the Biker. In this fourth Rose is Rose collection, Rose's playful nature is complemented by her son Pasquale's wild dream life and the constant devotion from her adoring husband Jimbo.The strip has received many accolades, including the prestigious Wilbur Award from the Religious Public Relations Council, and has been nominated five times for Best Newspaper Comic Strip by the National Cartoonists Society. Rose is Rose appears in over 500 newspapers. Fans will find this collection completely irresistible! Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Pat Brady started submitting strips to newspapers at age 11. He studied art and creative writing at the University of Wisconsin, graduating in 1969. Nominated in 1997, 1998, and 1999 for the Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year by the National Cartoonists Society, Brady lives in the Midwest.

    

    And, for just as many years, the people who have been listening and laughing have been asking for it to be all written down in a book. Well, finally, it is! The Theory of Cat Gravity, which is my Pet Theory, is all written out for your enjoyment, with decorations by Diana Harlan Stein who has been nominated for the Hugo Award several times. (I asked her to do it, because I can't do that many pictures in any reasonable amount of time anymore.) In it, I explain just what Cats are doing in those Window Ledges, and what that has to do with being immobilized by having a Cat on your Lap, and why things pile up under your bed and on your dining room table, and why it gets harder to move the older you get, and many other puzzling things. And it's all part of the same Unified Pet Theory. And not only that, but since the illustrations are all black and white line drawings, you can use it as a coloring book! If you have a cat, you are going to love this book. If you don't have a cat, you need it anyway to give to your friends who have cats. (But read it first, so that you are Warned! )

    He's grown old, and tired, and slow. One day he finds a house where a kind family lives, but they decide he must belong to someone because he wears a collar. So James is left to survive a dry summer, a bad storm, and an attack by a huge dog. When the woman from the kind family sees him again, she notices his injuries and realizes what she hadn't realized before.Beautiful paintings by the author help make James's true story unforgettable. Libby Phillips Meggs wisely tells this story from the cat's point of view, making it poignant and unique. The author/illustrator lives in Virginia.

    EARS (Emergency Animal Rescue Service) takes on the task that the Red Cross and other human-focused organizations simply can't: helping animals survive natural and man-made disasters. You will be moved by the courageous, poignant, and at times humorous stories, including:• The desperate search by a 14-year-old girl to locate her missing cats• Libby, the dog who was rescued from Texas oil fields and is now the official taste-tester at a dog bakery in California• How a hoist saved a cow from raging Texas floodwaters• The resourceful skunk who found his safe haven in a portable toilet• How Bumpus, the fantastic, fearless feline, survived disfiguring burns and became a hero• Plus many more!The wrath of nature in the form of fire, flood, hurricane, or earthquake takes an enormous toll on animals as well as people. But, while there has long been help to save humans, there wasn't anyone who focused on helping the animals. This is why EARS—Emergency Animal Rescue Service—came into being. Inside are the real-life stories of EARS volunteers, and how their efforts have saved countless animals from certain death. You will read about the touching reunions of pet owners with the cherished pets they feared were dead. You will appreciate the wonderful service that EARS and its thousands of volunteers provide to all of us with their rescue efforts. Most of all these stories will make you laugh, cry, and marvel at the deep connection humans and animals share.These and other stories are sure to inspire and thrill as well as make you appreciate the wonderful bond that exists between animals and the special people who care enough to save them.

    From precious kitten to precocious cat, this quintessential feline will charm children and adults alike. As he shares his experiences hunting, eating and sleeping, Milton, with his ever-elegant black and white coat, velvety paws and sharp claws, will win hearts with his independent nature. Playful illustrations and a simple, funny text make Milton the perfect picturebook for cat-lovers of all ages.

    Let's face it, comparing cats and dogs is like, well, like comparing apples and oranges. They are different, and they have different needs. A dog is a pack animal that needs a leader. By nature a dog expects to get rubbed and wrestled with. Dogs like to horse around. A cat does not. A cat is a solitary predator and needs its space. But what both cats and dogs do need is your love and attention. Just because a cat is, by nature, independent doesn't mean that he or she doesn't need your praise or physical affection. There are a lot of myths about cats -- like the one above -- that lead to their mistreatment. By learning more about what makes a cat a cat, you will be better able to give your feline the space, care, and love that he or she needs. And this sentiment couldn't be truer when it comes to training your cat. Hitting or yelling at your cat when he scratches his claws on your nice new couch just doesn't make sense. Your cat is only being a cat. He needs to scratch his nails so they can stay healthy and strong. Also, scratching helps a cat relieve stress and relax. Imagine being yelled at and hit for sprawling out on the couch with a magazine and a glass of nice red wine after a long day's work. You must align your training expectations with your cat's needs if you want to have a happy, well-trained cat. Johnson-Bennett advises you to "get on her level emotionally, physically, and mentally in order to map out an effective training plan." She outlines three basic methods for training: positive reinforcement (rewarding kitty for good behavior), remote control (spraying kitty with a water gun when she jumps on the kitchen counter), and redirection (getting kitty to scratch on a scratching post instead of your expensive couch). By using these training methods in the first place, you will get a head start in establishing good behavior, and in the process you and your cat will become closer.If you want to learn more about your cat and what you can do to strengthen and enjoy your relationship with each other, then Think Like a Cat should really be on your reading list. From years of experience as a vet technician and as an adoring cat owner, Johnson-Bennett knows her stuff. And she covers it all in this book -- from grooming, training, health, and nutrition to emergency care, games, and toys. So get ready to hear a lot more purring around the house!—Jen Forman

    

    His name was Ulwazzer, and he was a wanderer; he spent months at a time roaming the world. Sooner or later, though, he always returned to the beautiful place where he'd first opened his eyes.But on one visit, Ulwazzer found that his village had changed. A gloomy silence hung over the houses. The lake was empty of swimmers, and there was no giggling crowd at the ice cream shop. Instead, there was a greedy new mayor named Hoytie who was in the process of claiming every town pleasure for himself and his family.Could clever Ulwazzer find a way to save the town? Would the help of a kind girl named Daria and a team of angry waterfowl be enough to defeat the mayor? All the cat knew was that he had to try.

    A handy, all-in-one guide to cats-from their wild origins to their evolution as domestic pets-this guide explores the historical position of the cat in society and provides essential information on various breeds and cat health care.Author Biography: Bruce Fogle is a bestselling author whose books teach pet lovers how to care for, train, and understand the behavior of their animal companions.

    The Encylopedia of Elephants, Big Cats, Bears, & Whales is paked full of fascinating information that will educate and entertain all human mammals from eight to eighty!-Explore the world of gentle giants and find out why elephants never really forget-Discover the secrets of fabulous felines, from the lion to the sprinting cheetah-Examine the wild lives led by magniflcent beas from the panda to the grizzly-Dive deep into the underwaterrelm of whales, dolphins and porpoises and learn about their diverse livesThe Encylopedia of Elephants, Big Cats, Bears, & Whales examins thes mammels in comprehensive detail. Using close-up photography, detailed diagrams and cross-sections, this book will open your eyes to the amazing world of these big mammals.

    These books introduce children To God as Creator. To the animal kingdom. To simple sentence structure. To rhyme. To exclamation and question.

    Also features the original DEAD CAT BOUNCE story and illustrations.Jack KetchumEdward LeePaul Di FilippoCharlee JacobDavid Niall WilsonGene O'NiellBrian KeeneMick FarrenGerard HouarnerTom PiccirilliLinda AddisonJohn SkippYvonne NavarroTerry McGarry

    Alain Vircondelet was a close friend of the late Balthus and originally wrote this text in intimate collaboration with the artist. He explains the symbolism within Balthus’s paintings and draws parallels between the sleepy, languishing forms of the girls and cats he painted. Balthus, who referred to himself as the Thirteenth King of Cats, regularly featured the feline form in his art, even as early as age nine, when he produced a story of his beloved Mitsou in forty Indian ink drawings. Balthus’s wife Setsuko and their daughter Harumi shared his deep affection for cats, and the family’s devotion becomes evident in this volume, which offers behind-the-scenes access into their home, featuring personal photographs, belongings, and reproductions of the artist’s cat paintings.

    Inside, page after page of entertaining photos are matched perfectly with a short poem or hilarious quip. Rich sepia tones add a wonderful antique finish to all the photos, each capturing a classic moment in the day of a cat. A few are special poses--a fluffy white cat draped with pearls is accompanied by Colette's comment, "By associating with the cat, one only becomes richer"--but many are simply kitties caught in the act of being their delightful selves. Peeking out of a fence, staring into a fishbowl, sitting forlornly on the front step--you're sure to see a calico, tiger-stripe, or tabby that reminds you of a favorite pet or kitten moment. Authors such as Joyce Carol Oates, Oscar Wilde, Tennessee Williams, and Ernest Hemingway cover a range of moods you'll find familiar, from adoration to total exasperation. Your cat's favorite quote is sure to be the one from a royal tomb at Thebes: "Thou art the Great Cat, the avenger of the gods, and the judge of words, and the president of the sovereign chiefs and the governor of the holy Circle; thou art indeed... the Great Cat." Try reading that aloud to your kitty--you're sure to get the look that says, "What, you only just figured this out, human?" --Jill Lightner

    As a result, they are developing more complex imbalances affecting the immune system. They also get stomach ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, high cholesterol, and thyroid and heart disorders. In short, they mirror all of our problems.

     In her second book, Kiska tells her tale of moving from San Diego to White Rock, Canada.  Among her many adventures in Canada, she meets a new young cat named Jasper.  As Jasper becomes her new life-long buddy, Kiska teaches him how to be a proper young cat, yet she tattles on all the michief they get into together.Back Cover Copy:Rain City Cats is the second novel in a new trilogy.  It is a beginner’s guide to philosophy, written by a cat.  Kiska again relocates to another country, this time to Canada, where she encounters new struggles and abundant riches to add to her life puzzle.  This is a whimsical true novel about the feline heart.  Kiska offers nuggets of wisdom on how to deal with crises, disappointments and new beginnings.  She meets and accepts Jasper as her lifetime buddy and relates their many exciting adventures and mishaps.  Rain City Cats will delight you and tug at your heartstrings.