Clearly, I am obsessed with all things feline and part of
that is reading lots of books about our furry friends, from biographies, to
novels, poetry to reference, there is plenty of cat related reading matter out
there and I just can’t get enough of it so I wanted to share some of my
favourites with you since today is National Paperback Books Day!.
A Street Cat Named
Bob by James Bowen – To be fair, most feline fans will have read this book
already, but if you haven’t, you should.
It is the amazing story of a busker and the stray cat who quite simply
changed his life. This book had me laughing
and crying in equal measures and is a true demonstration of how, not only, we
can change the lives of stray cats, but they improve our lives.
Born Wild by Tony Fitzjohn – OK, granted this is not a book
about our domestic feline friends but that of their big cat cousins. However, it is an compelling and funny story
of one mans passion for lions. This is a
truly unputdownable book which is both inspiring and moving – I can’t recommend
it highly enough!
I Could Pee on That
– Now for a more light-hearted book.
This book is packed full of funny poems, by cats. I received this book as birthday present and
it is one of my favourite presents ever!
The authors really have captured the spirit of the domestic cat and this
book is quite simply, hilarious. Here is my favourite....
I Lick Your Nose
I lick your nose
I lick your nose again
I drag my claws down your eyelids
Oh, you're up? Feed me.
I Lick Your Nose
I lick your nose
I lick your nose again
I drag my claws down your eyelids
Oh, you're up? Feed me.
Test your Cat – The Cat
IQ Test by E.M Bard – This is another much loved present which has many
little tests for you to do with your cat like the Cat Performance Test! All these tests are fun interactions and are
actually a really nice way to spend some time with your furry friends. My cat, Melly, did not score very high so I
am convinced the scoring is off (he is obviously a genius!) but other than that, top marks!
Bumble the Brave
Kitten by Sam Hay – This is a great book, suitable for children (from 9 –
12 I would say). It is the story of
Bumble, who was found cowering and alone in a hedgerow. I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this
book and, the best part, us that is raises valuable cash for Cats Protection
too!
Complete Cat Care –
DK – DK are well known for their great reference books and this one is no
exception. It is a really interesting
read but mainly a great reference book for cat owners new and old. The book is packed with advice on caring for
your furry friend and has sections on grooming, behaviour, health and much,
much more.
Cats Protection Cat
Care – For those of you who don’t want to buy multiple books but want more
advice on cat care and veterinary information, you should head over the Cats
Protection website where you will find an array of free guides on subjects from
cat nutriution and behaviour to parvovirus and neutering.
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