But now the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger, and sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. Noble warriors are dying—and some deaths are more mysterious than others.Into the midst of this turmoil comes an ordinary house cat named Rusty . . . who may turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all.

    

    . . and finds himself in ancient Egypt. His doggy pals, Los Chimichangos, want to visit the Under Mundo—the underworld— where mummitos rest in peas. But they need El Skippito's brains and courage to answer the riddle of theFinx and enter the mummy's tomb. Our hero is up to the task, and he's in for another grand and whirlwind adventure. Full of Judy Schachner's rollicking wordplay and bold, imaginative illustrations, Skippy's latest outsize outing will tickle the funny bones and warm the hearts of his many amigos.

    If you have only just begun to discover why someone with Asperger's syndrome is different, this book will inform and entertain you. The descriptions provide an accurate balance between the qualities and difficulties associated with Asperger's syndrome, while the photographs will make the journey of discovery enjoyable and remarkable.'- Tony Attwood, author of Asperger's Syndrome and The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome

    'Wow,' he remarks as he explores. 'What a great place.' But when Mooch comes face-to-face in heaven with a big and scary dog, what, he wonders, is he supposed to do? Mooch's reassuring answer reveals that the joys of nature, home and friends are blessings to appreciate here and now. Heaven really is a place on earth!

    But Mother Cat has left her cozy heap of kittens to go in search of food. Determined to save her babies, Mother Cat dashes into the burning building and follows the sounds of frightened mewing. In five daring acts, she saves each kitten—a true hero cat! This story, accompanied by beautiful illustrations rendered in pastel, honors the tenth anniversary of the real story of a homeless cat who rescued her kittens from a burning building in 1996.

    Suddenly her summer looks much brighter!

    But nobody seems to want Fluff, and after a heartbreaking encounter with a little girl called Ella, she gives up on her dream of a loving home and flees the farm out into the big scary world. Fluff is soon lost and all alone…

    Following the success of "101 Cataclysms" Rachael Hale presents a beautifullyphotographed ode to contentment as lived by the most endearing kittens.

    Everything seems loud and unfamiliar and scary. The little kitten wants a special place all his own. Can a new friend help him find one?The satisfying story of an adorable kitten's search for security and his discovery of a new friend is perfect for children who, like Mittens, are ready to take their first steps on a new journey: reading.Mittens is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. "The beautiful physical immediacy of the new pet story will draw emergent readers," commented Booklist.

    From Linda Smith and David Roberts comes a funny, heartwarming tale about the wonderful things that can happen when you open your door to friendship.

    Jan Karon’s legions of fans will love this timeless story about the endearing white kitten named Violet, charmingly written by Melanie Cecka and beautifully illustrated by Caldecott Medal-winning artist Emily Arnold McCully. Karon searched for three years to find a storytelling voice and art style authentic to Cynthia Coppersmith. She was personally involved in every step of the creation of this book. In Violet Comes to Stay, Violet’s search for the perfect home leads her to a plant nursery, a bakery, and finally a bookstore—the one place where the gentle cat isn’t expected to be a mouse hunter.

    The Bathroom Readers' Hysterical Society agrees, and shows it with this endlessly diverting tribute to tabby. From famous cats to the famous with their cats to cats' famous history, from cats who like to paint to cats who travel the world to find their way home, Uncle John's Hysterical Society scours the globe to find the winning-est, wackiest, most wondrous cat tales for this collection.

    But when an intense lesson turns into a bumpy ride, Natsuki makes up for her mistakes with some crafty motorcycle driving. And it's just as well--her skills may come in handy when elemental masters Po and Richelle get into an all-out battle!

    This could have been the end for this kitten. Instead, it was the beginning of an incredible adventure. His is a story of triumph over bias and barriers as he was rescued by two people who didn't even like cats. Henry taught his rescuers the power of love to overcome all. He teaches us that hate is learned and that it is easy to hate what we do not know. When we come to know someone, human or animal, it is difficult to hold on to hate.

    Now she draws on her lifelong fascination with cinema to give us a series of scenes from classic films - all with cats playing the leading roles.

    When photographer Knox began noticing the growing colony of cats in the alley behind his Atlanta music studio, he entered a complex world of feline families struggling for survival. In many ways brutal, this world, he discovered, was also filled with strong family bonds, intriguing personalities, and fun. Urban Tails, featuring Knox's striking images and Sara Neeley's lively text, celebrates these survivors at the intersection of nature and industry as they play in the sun one minute and crouch dramatically beneath a semi the next. Urban Tails is a powerful testament to such operations, giving readers a glimpse into a hidden world of lives that, while not ideal, can be filled with beauty and love.

    It looks at how nutrients are metabolized in the bodies of dogs and cats, indications of nutrient deficiency, and diseases related to poor nutrition. The report provides a valuable resource for industry professionals formulating diets, scientists setting research agendas, government officials developing regulations for pet food labeling, and as a university textbook for dog and cat nutrition. It can also guide pet owners feeding decisions for their pets with information on specific nutrient needs, characteristics of different types of pet foods, and factors to consider when feeding cats and dogs.

    Examining cat mythology and folklore from around the world and sprinkled with enchanting cat quotes from famous feline admirers throughout the ages, The Enchanted Cat is a must-read for any magickal cat fancier.Witches, Pagans, and other magick-minded folks will love the dozens of charms, spells, and meditations included for working with feline power. A naming ceremony, lists of magickal cat names and correspondences, and spells and charms for your cat's collar are just a sampling of the feline-friendly magick inside. Cat astrology, tarot, and even a discussion of feline feng shui make The Enchanted Cat a uniquely magickal exploration of our enduring fascination with the feline mystique.Winner of the 2007 Coalition of Visionary Resources Award for Best Magick/Shamanism Book

    Over the years, Hauser's works of art and calligraphy have been tremendously popular among cat lovers. Her calendars, posters, greeting cards, notepads, and bookmarks are popular in gift stores nationwide. Hauser's ability to capture feline expressions allows her to create illustrations that are warm and wise, with just a touch of cattitude. Paired with each illustration is a maxim, a proverb, or a thought that captures what it means to be a cat. The Proverbial Cat is a charming gift for those who celebrate the domestic cat.

    Some, such as the jaguar, have been worshipped; others, like the lion have come to embody courage and strength. The power and grace shown by all cats are reflected in the beautiful illustrations of Spirit of Wild Cat.

    

    Color photographs of wild cats all over the world with clear, informative captions.

    But Natsuki can't stay idle for long and decides to take off...causing her father to place a bounty on her! Natsuki's fellow officers try to protect her from the onslaught of bounty hunters who are driven by the glory they would earn in capturing such a famous hunter. But in the hoopla to return Natsuki to her father, she suddenly goes missing. Could Batanen be behind her disappearance?

    Cat lovers are invited to curl up with the exquisite art of Lesley Anne Ivory and consider how the feline co-owners of their homes and hearts provide meaningful lessons including--personal space is goodbe careful what you ask forritual is importantlife is as good as the viewlove the one you are withAnyone with a cat fancy or a collection of Lesley Anne Ivory's paintings will leap to have this book and give it to a friend.

    Discover how to raise a happy and contented cat, examine different breeds, and explore a host of cat characters and traits.

    Here are answers to hundreds of the questions Smithsonian scientists have been asked about cats: Why do they purr? When were cats domesticated? Do they dream? Smithsonian Q & A: Cats also explores the kinship between domestic cats and their wild relatives, from the magnificent tiger to the mysterious kodkod.Information on diet, behavior, anatomy, health, and social lifeMore than 250 full-color photographs of both domestic cats and their wild relativesReady Reference section with at-a-glance details on domestic cat breeds and wild species

    It also has in-depth information on normal growth stages, handling routine health problems, and how to determine what additional outside help might be needed. It even includes information on how and where to get additional, hands-on assistance in raising the kittens and suggestions on how to get them into good adoptive homes.

    Here are stories about cats from history and fable, accompanied by charming full-color photos of kittens at play, cartoons about cats, fascinating facts about feline traits and origins, tips on understanding a cat's vocal and body language, and solid, commonsense advice on keeping a cat as a healthy and contented pet. Approximately 400 full-color photos and illustrations are interspersed with delightful and highly informative text in an attractive magazine-style format.

    What Kind of Cow Are You? Poor Mitzi! Why did she have to be a cow? Her journey around the farmyard shows her that the best thing she can do is be what God made her to be!

    Packed full of activities and projects, this book is sure to provide hours of creative entertainment for any cat enthusiast!

    With colour photographs throughout, this volume offers a way to learn more about your cat's personality, his food and sleep preferences, the ideal home environment, and the games he likes to play through his astrological sign.

    Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

    One day, he finds a cute little kitten crying in the park. The kitten runs to Barney and snuggles close. She thinks Barney is her mother! Barney doesn't know quite what to do. But in the end, he takes good care of the little kitten, and shows himself to be a real "big brother."