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Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World

Vicki Myron

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Total reviews: 168 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Editorial Review:

How much of an impact can an animal have? How many lives can one cat touch? How is it possible for an abandoned kitten to transform a small library, save a classic American town, and eventually become famous around the world? You can't even begin to answer those questions until you hear the charming story of Dewey Readmore Books, the beloved library cat of Spencer, Iowa.

Dewey's story starts in the worst possible way. Only a few weeks old, on the coldest night of the year, he was stuffed into the returned book slot at the Spencer Public Library. He was found the next morning by library director, Vicki Myron, a single mother who had survived the loss of her family farm, a breast cancer scare, and an alcoholic husband. Dewey won her heart, and the hearts of the staff, by pulling himself up and hobbling on frostbitten feet to nudge each of them in a gesture of thanks and love. For the next nineteen years, he never stopped charming the people of Spencer with his enthusiasm, warmth, humility, (for a cat) and, above all, his sixth sense about who needed him most.

As his fame grew from town to town, then state to state, and finally, amazingly, worldwide, Dewey became more than just a friend; he became a source of pride for an extraordinary Heartland farming town pulling its way slowly back from the greatest crisis in its long history.

I Can Has Cheezburger?: A LOLcat Colleckshun (Lolcat Colleckshun)

Professor Happycat, icanhascheezburger.com

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Total reviews: 39 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

The Newer LOLCats iz moar funny 3 out of 5 stars.
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The book makes an awesome discussion piece, esp. over drinks. However the newer content on the website is a lot better than the print outs on the softcover. Most in the book are the original LOLcats. Good stuff though, if you have a pretty penny to spare, go for it.

Must have 5 out of 5 stars.
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Whether these are your favorites from the web site or not, you need multiple copies of this book: one for home, one for your desk at work, etc. Coffee + this book = I can make it through my work day!

Furkidsmom just luvs it! 5 out of 5 stars.
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As a true furkids mom with 8 year old siamese littermates, I truly enjoyed this book and it remains on my coffee table.

Editorial Review:

Fresh from teh internets, here come LOLcats.

www.icanhascheezburger.com was founded in January 2007 as a place to collect “LOLcats”—pictures of cats with funny captions. It has gone on to become a singular sensation, captivating millions and becoming one of the most visited blogs on the internet. For the book, the founders of the site have selected 200 of their favorite LOLcats from their archive of nearly one million, all of which are guaranteed to make you laugh out loud or wonder WTF?

365 Cats Page-A-Day Calendar 2009 (Color Page-A-Day(r) Calendars)

Workman Publishing Company

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Can't miss present for the cat lover 4 out of 5 stars.
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I buy 3 of these every year - one for my mother and 2 aunts. The gold standard for "daily page" cat calenders. There are imitators but this calendar as the most variety and nicest photos. I used to buy them at Costco but about 2 years ago Costco stopped carrying them so now the best place to buy them is amazon with free shipping and no tax.

Makes you smile each day 5 out of 5 stars.
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Lovely calendar. Makes you smile each day!
Makes a nice gift as well! For the real cat loving (wo)men!

I bought it for myself last year and this year as a gift for a friend.

Get Your Cat Fix Here.... 5 out of 5 stars.
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This wonderful calendar has a different nicely-sized cat or kitten photo every day. You are bound to find your favorite type of cat somewhere among the pages. Holidays are covered cleverly also - it's amazing how many cats don't mind accessories! Everything about the calendar is green - recycle the box, plastic stand, and even use the reverse of the pictures for notes & memos.

Editorial Review:

This is itthe original, best, and bestselling cat calendar and the bestselling Page-A-Day calendar. Featuring hundreds of winners of the 2008 Cat Calendar Contest, 365 Cats is a showcase of feline attitude, grace, and mystique. Photos are accompanied by breed information, quotes and lore, health and care tips, and trivia. Size: 6" w x 5.5" h.

Cat Gallery Calendar 2009 (Page a Day Gallery Calendar)

Workman Publishing Company

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Best Cat Pictures Top Quality 5 out of 5 stars.
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Have been buying this calendar for several years now. Never miss getting a copy each year. High quality glossy photos on firm large cards, adorable cats with interesting snippets of information. Makes each day a new furry surprise! Sits neatly and firmly on desk. Highly recommended to all cat lovers out there.

SPCA Cat Owner 5 out of 5 stars.
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Spectacular beauty! The photography is "one of a kind" along with the information printed on the calendar. I've learned so much useful information from this calendar; accompanied by humor, laughter, associated with the feline persuasion, provided an added bonus. The plastic holder, which the individual sheets reside in, is solid clear plastic; to be displayed any place of your choice without incident (i.e. falling over, or breakage).

You want the best, well then this is it!!!

Editorial Review:

A black cat in midleap, as ephemeral as smoke. The texture of a tiny pink nose. Green eyes that glow with light and intensity. The plushness of a tabbys fur, a kittens questioning gaze, the elegant silhouette of a cat stretching against a window. Capturing all the grace, beauty, and mystery that make cats the enthralling creatures they are, this desktop gallery features hundreds of elegant portraits in black-and-white and color. Beautifully composed and reproduced, the photographs reveal the true essence of the cat. Size: 6.25" w x 7.25" h.

Bad Cat Page-A-Day Calendar 2009 (Original Page a Day Calendars)

Workman Publishing Company

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

It's a cat calendar......... 5 out of 5 stars.
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After careful checking yes, this has ALL the dates of the year -- what more do you expect from a calendar?? Seriously, if you love cats you'll get multiple laughs from this calendar -- every day has it's own Bad Cat and any cat owner (or, keeper, since no one OWNS a cat!) will recognize some of these cats --- and their attitudes. If you love cats, and have a desk calendar, this is certainly one to consider. And if you KNOW someone who fits that description, it's a fun inexpensive Christmas present for them!

Editorial Review:

Bad Cat is paws-down the most offensive cat calendar everand the funniest, packed with day after day of inexcusable feline behavior. Here are hundreds of kitties gone crazy: the lethargic and the clumsy, the goofy, the indifferent, the cross-eyed, and the plain ol' mean. Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestselling book this calendar includes Bad Cats in Show Business, Feline Faux Paws, Bad Cat Parole Violations, and Bad Cat Fortune Cookies (Fortune: You will feed me or die). Size: 6" w x 5.5" h.

The Devious Book for Cats: A Parody

Joe Garden, Janet Ginsburg, Chris Pauls, Anita Serwacki, Scott Sherman

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

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Cats have nine lives. Shouldn’t they be lived to the fullest?

“Domesticated” does not mean “docile.” The ho-hum routine of sleep, eat, eat, and sleep is no way for any creature who ruled Egypt for a millennium to spend her day. It’s high time felines everywhere woke up from their cat naps and grabbed life’s strings with both paws.

The Devious Book for Cats offers today’s discerning kitties words of wisdom and advice on everything they need to know, from in-depth guides on cardboard boxes and catnip to a brief history of the Felinism movement. It provides fail-safe tips on waking a human when you want to get fed, choosing the purr-fect gift, staring like a pro, and making the most of superstitions. It also explains the undeniable allure of the Window, the terrifying specter of the Vacuum, and how you can groom properly in just the scant twenty-four hours allotted each day.

Cats: Discover the devious fun you can have when you’re the one in charge!

Cat Vs. Cat: Keeping Peace When You Have More Than One Cat

Pam Johnson-Bennett

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New insights for long-time cat owner 4 out of 5 stars.
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I have been a cat owner for over 20 years, have taken undergraduate and graduate courses in animal behavior, and have extensive experience in psychiatric (human) nursing. My first cat was a stray whose long-term companion was a terrier mix with a history of physical abuse. We had challenges rehabilitating the dog, but never had any behavioral problems with the cat who lived to be thirteen. My next cat was a 1.5 year-old spayed female adopted from the humane society who was joined 6 months later by a 4-month-old rescued and neutered male kitten. I remarried a few years later and my 1-child/2-cat household was increased by 1 adult male and an English Springer Spaniel. Again - no behavioral problems. A few months ago, our now 13-year-old female cat died from long-term chronic renal failure. Our now 11-year-old male cat became withdrawn and lost weight. We decided to adopt a 1.5 year-old recently spayed female cat. We did the standard isolation and gradual introduction of the new cat into the household. Despite this the new cat is over-grooming to the point of self-mutilation and began spraying a few weeks ago. We had been back to the vet and I was feeling desperate. I updated my cat-health-care library when my former female cat became ill. I recently added this book, Cat vs. Cat: Keeping Peace... It has provided several new insights and problem-solving techniques. I introduced the interactive (human-cat) parallel (cat-cat) play experiences. The cat vs. cat stress has improved significantly and the cats now seem to enjoy hanging out together in the same room. So long as the distance between them is 2 feet or greater there is no hissing and spitting. We are still working on the spraying and over-grooming... I highly recommend this book for anyone who is sharing their life with more than one cat!

Editorial Review:

In this companion to her successful introduction to cat behavior Think Like a Cat, Pam Johnson-Bennett, the award-winning author and feline behaviorist, shows how adding another cat to your home does not have to be the start of a kitty apocalypse. Although cats are often misunderstood as natural loners, Johnson-Bennett shows how to plan, set up, and maintain a home environment that will help multiple cats—and their owners—live in peace. Cat vs. Cat will help readers understand the importance of territory, the specialized communication cats use to establish relationships and hierarchies, and how to interpret the so-called “bad behavior” that leads so many owners to needless frustration. Offering a wealth of information on how to diffuse tension, prevent squabbles and ambushes, blend two families, or help the elder kitty in your family, Cat vs. Cat is a welcome resource for both seasoned and prospective guardians of cat families large and small.

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome

Kathy Hoopmann

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Total reviews: 80 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Amazing Book! 5 out of 5 stars.
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I am truly saddened to see some of these negative reviews here for a book that is so highly treasured in my house. I purchased it for my six year old son with Asperger's Syndrome and he simply adores it. I think it serves as a very helpful tool in explaining to a young child what the symptoms of Asperger's are and help them to recognize their own behaviors. We also have "Of Mice and Aliens" and nobody does it better than Kathy Hoopman. She is the perfect voice of reason in helping Aspie kids understand and cope with their situation.

Editorial Review:

All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome takes a playful look at Asperger Syndrome (AS), drawing inspiration from the feline world in a way that will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with AS.
Delightful color photographs of cats bring to life familiar characteristics such as sensitive hearing, scampering at the first sign of being stroked and particular eating habits.
Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes the difficulties and joys of raising a child who is different and leaves the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality and potential of people with AS.
This engaging book is an ideal, gentle introduction to the world of AS.

Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats

Richard H. Pitcairn, Susan Hubble Pitcairn

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Total reviews: 89 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Over 400,000 copies of this treasured classic have been sold since its original publication more than 20 years ago

The book that is the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats is now completely updated and revised--for the first time in 9 years. Writing with the warmth and compassion that have won them a national following, veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Hubble Pitcairn, noted specialists in chemical-free nutrition and natural healing for pets, show dog and cat owners how to provide the very best in companionship and lifelong care.

They now cover environmental matters, including pollutants both inside the home and out, as well as recent hot-button topics, such as Mad Cow disease, Lyme disease, and the West Nile virus. They've updated dozens of recipes for delicious and healthful pet food and treats. With a guide to handling emergencies and an in-depth "Quick Reference" section, they give specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of animal diseases and disorders-with special attention to homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional remedies.

Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul: Stories of Feline Affection, Mystery and Charm (Chicken Soup for the Soul)

Mark Victor Hansen, Marty Becker D.V.M., Carol Kline, Amy D. Shojai, Jack Canfield

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Total reviews: 28 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

Cats first purred their way into human hearts thousands of years ago, and have been our treasured companions and soul mates ever since. Whether impish kittens, regal adult cats or serene seniors, it’s impossible for us to remain indifferent to them—especially at 4 A.M. when the food bowl runs dry! So smile at their many "c'attitudes," and feed your feline passion by "purr-using" wonderful stories like these:

• A Russian blue comforts his mourning owner by faithfully bringing her flowers
• An heroic red tabby Manx saves the family he loves from a lethal gas leak in their home
• A Devon rex with extraordinary talents—including playing the piano—expands people's notions of what a cat can do
• A fish-loving shorthair nearly loses his head while scavenging in the garbage disposal—but lives to meow about it
• A three-legged kitty befriends a lonely third-grade girl, transforming her world and inspiring her future success in life

From playful and hilarious accounts of life with cats to heartwarming tales of cat courage, healing and learning, each touching story in Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul celebrates the special bond we share with our cats.