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Kittens For Dummies
Who can resist the charm of a kitten, those energetic, curious creatures whose cuteness factors fall somewhere between adorable and irresistible? But as animal shelters across the country can attest, those enchanting balls of fluff quickly mature into full-grown cats with their own requirements for healthy, happy lives.
Kittens For Dummies is your source for understanding what you can expect if you decide to welcome a high energy and high maintenance four-legged friend into your home. You'll not only figure out if you're ready to fit a kitty into your lifestyle, but also how to go about
Adopting or buying the right kitten for you
Making sure your home is kitten-proof
Introducing your new pet to children and other pets
Preventing and treating feline illnesses
Dealing with behavioral issues
Rescuing an orphaned kitten
Books abound about kitten care. Unlike many of them – those that seem to require a veterinary medicine degree to figure out – Kittens For Dummies explains everything in plain, everyday English. And like the subject itself, this handy reference is full of fun. In entertaining, informative language, the friendly guide gives you the real deal on
Doling out plenty of love, attention, and patience
Deciding whether kitty will be allowed to explore the outdoors
Making your kitten comfy with the right supplies and accessories
Knowing how often to ring the dinner bell
Recognizing emergencies that call for quick trips to the veterinarian
Locating qualified caretakers when you travel
Nurturing kitty into adulthood
Before you take the giant leap into kitten ownership – a wonderful and sometimes chaotic world – check out the expert advice in a resource that's bound to become as constant a companion as your purr-fect pet.
Kittens For Dummies is your source for understanding what you can expect if you decide to welcome a high energy and high maintenance four-legged friend into your home. You'll not only figure out if you're ready to fit a kitty into your lifestyle, but also how to go about
Adopting or buying the right kitten for you
Making sure your home is kitten-proof
Introducing your new pet to children and other pets
Preventing and treating feline illnesses
Dealing with behavioral issues
Rescuing an orphaned kitten
Books abound about kitten care. Unlike many of them – those that seem to require a veterinary medicine degree to figure out – Kittens For Dummies explains everything in plain, everyday English. And like the subject itself, this handy reference is full of fun. In entertaining, informative language, the friendly guide gives you the real deal on
Doling out plenty of love, attention, and patience
Deciding whether kitty will be allowed to explore the outdoors
Making your kitten comfy with the right supplies and accessories
Knowing how often to ring the dinner bell
Recognizing emergencies that call for quick trips to the veterinarian
Locating qualified caretakers when you travel
Nurturing kitty into adulthood
Before you take the giant leap into kitten ownership – a wonderful and sometimes chaotic world – check out the expert advice in a resource that's bound to become as constant a companion as your purr-fect pet.
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First published December 19, 2003
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January 2, 2015
Four years and I haven't killed them yet!
December 17, 2015
meh. it abbreviates and simplifies things that should not. To teach your cat to fetch, just call them and take the object from them when they drop it. Oh, okaaaaayyyy. Not super helpful. Useful if you want the abbreviated version.
June 10, 2014
Nice starter book for someone whose never had cats. But most of it was common sense
June 21, 2017
What an excellent book! I refer to this book very often and it has helped me with many a 4-H project. Everything you need to know about kittens, from adopting one to feeding them to preventing pesky parasites from taking hold of your household (and your kitten!). Very user friendly. The information is up-to-date and complete. Highly recommended!
November 23, 2017
This has been a really helpful resource foe me as a first time cat owner that I constantly come back to when I have questions about my new kitten.
December 26, 2020
Good information for this kitten newbie!
July 22, 2025
Very thorough.
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May 8, 2011
This book was so informative. Great for aspiring kitty owners.
When i first started reading this book it did mention to not read it all the way through as it is an instructional book where you can refer back to it if your kitten bumps into a problem, but however i wanted to read it all the way through so then if my kitten does come into something i will know how to deal with it pretty much straightaway. However i am not condoning reading it all the way through (to everyone) as it does get a little bit drawn out. Just read the chapters that you want to know about.
This book has helped me with understanding what really goes on with neutering/spaying and it gives you an in-depth description of what you can do to stop your kitty getting in more trouble than she already will.
I loved this book with a passion.
Out of a 10 i would rate this book a 8, i say this due to the fact i read it all the way through and it was a little drawn out - even though it was suggested not to - I truly belive this book will be a great help when/if it comes to medication issues or other.
Brilliant Book i do recommend!
When i first started reading this book it did mention to not read it all the way through as it is an instructional book where you can refer back to it if your kitten bumps into a problem, but however i wanted to read it all the way through so then if my kitten does come into something i will know how to deal with it pretty much straightaway. However i am not condoning reading it all the way through (to everyone) as it does get a little bit drawn out. Just read the chapters that you want to know about.
This book has helped me with understanding what really goes on with neutering/spaying and it gives you an in-depth description of what you can do to stop your kitty getting in more trouble than she already will.
I loved this book with a passion.
Out of a 10 i would rate this book a 8, i say this due to the fact i read it all the way through and it was a little drawn out - even though it was suggested not to - I truly belive this book will be a great help when/if it comes to medication issues or other.
Brilliant Book i do recommend!
January 22, 2013
I have had kittens before but I was much younger and not as concerned with training them. Since undertaking the adoption of two 10-week-old kittens who love to get into mischief together, this book has been very helpful with tips and information to stop me from regretting my decision and instead to deal with the mischief and train them. I often refer back to it as the progress through the stages of growth.
June 27, 2008
This is a really good book for someone just starting out on taking a kitten. It helps you even before you adopt with information on the different breeds and different places to find a new pet. Its written in an easy to read format that I'm sure will make it a very nice reference when I finally bring my kitten home.
December 5, 2015
Good info
If you are new to cats or kittens this book has some useful information. Being a dog person, when I adopted 2 kittens I needed some guidance. However some information is just common sense. Of course if you don't have common sense this book could come in handy but most likely you shouldn't be adopting anything at all except stuffed animals.
If you are new to cats or kittens this book has some useful information. Being a dog person, when I adopted 2 kittens I needed some guidance. However some information is just common sense. Of course if you don't have common sense this book could come in handy but most likely you shouldn't be adopting anything at all except stuffed animals.
November 18, 2007
Great info on behavior, food, litter and health issues in kittens. I unexpectedly adopted a 4-week-old kitten and found this a very useful guide.
May 16, 2009
Invaluable!
May 29, 2011
Love this reference book and will keep it around. Dusty gives many useful ideas and product reviews as well.
June 30, 2011
I'm new to the world of cats, so this was helpful for me.
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August 2, 2011VERY helpful & informative
August 4, 2014
This book was informative on Kittens, as well as cats. I would read this book again. Recommended.
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August 16, 2016
Great book if you're thinking of adopting kittens. I recommend you get it before adopting. An easy fun read with coloured inserts. Will be keeping as a reference for when our cat arrives home.
October 29, 2007
Getting a new kitty for Thanksgiving! Wow- I sure learned a lot
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