Feng Shui for Cats: By Cats, For Cats

by Roni Jay

Follow the basic principles of Feng Shui given in this marvelously (and amusingly) illustrated book, written by cats and for cats! Consider the ch'i, or life force, affects every aspect of life, and compass directions also have great meaning. Hence the need to nap in an eastward-facing room in the morning as the sun rises. And no discerning cat wants to sleep in the space devoted to relationships (which would destroy friendships with humans and other cats) or have a litterbox in the zone reserved for wealth. Find out what changes to make in your home, and about symbolic animals, healing remedies, and the eight areas of the Pah Kwa (encompassing fame and fortune, wisdom and experience, kittens and family, relationships, new beginnings, pleasure and indulgence, and health and happiness). Your cat will thank you!

56 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[littlemiao · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this as part of my effort to read more feline self-help books. Someone gave the book to my family years ago, and after finally having read it, I've decided that it is one of those books meant to look cute but not to be read. The idea is promising - a how-to guide for kitties to arrange their environment for optimal harmony and happiness. But the result is rather dry and uninteresting - certainly not flavorful enough to capture the attention of a distractible kitty. The doodles are sort of cute. The feline authors of this book appear to have a rather snobbish attitude towards kitties who are content to live indoors. They go so far as to encourage indoor kitties to run away. I could not in good conscience recommend this book to an impressionable young kitty who might, through confusion and misguided feelings of inadequacy, actually try and thereby bring grief upon themselves and their loved ones. Furthermore, the feline authors do not appear to know that kitties write with their tails as ink brushes. They do not use pens. Overall, the book was a disappointment.

2.5 stars. I added a star because I feel guilty for giving a feline book a low rating.

[Alyssa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute and charming, especially as I have a cat myself.

[Mary Kinietz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very cute little book.

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun, cutely illustrated, nonsensical how-to based on the Chinese principles of energy management.
An adorable compact sized book perfect for a coffee table or display shelf.
Geared mainly towards cats with both indoor and outdoor privileges, this guide explains the meanings of different areas in one's territory and remedies for creating the best chi flow.