What’s My Cat Thinking? Understand Your Cat To Give Them a Happy Life

Feline veterinarian Lewis feels that cats are often considered to be mysterious and difficult to understand. In this book, she aims to demystify the domestic cat. After a thorough but succinct general introduction describing the evolution of domestic cats from their wild ancestors and their bifurcation into various breeds, she delves into the typical physical and emotional development of cats. However, the bulk of the book consists of answering common questions which are individually addressed in a two-page format, each including clear, attractive illustrations. For owners who want to know why their cat sprays in the house, is a counter surfer, cries at night, kneads and drools on the owner, or hates a new partner in the family, Lewis’s humane, behavioral, and psychological reasons offer comforting answers, along with referrals for more information. Finally, Lewis outlines some suggestions for positive play, having cats around kids, how to prepare one’s home for a new feline (especially if the household includes other cats or dogs), and how to choose a good veterinarian.