Play With Your Cat!: The expert guide to a happier and healthier feline

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'Cats love to play: here is THE book that shows you how to join in! And your cat will thank you for it' John Bradshaw, Sunday Times bestselling author of In Defence of Dogs and Cat Sense 'Trust me, Play with your Cat is an indispensable addition to any cat lover's library!' Jackson Galaxy, New York Times bestselling author and star of My Cat from Hell What does a cat need besides food, a comfortable home and access to a good vet PLAY! This practical guide from leading cat behaviour scientist Mikel Delgado explains how interactive play is at the centre of your cat's overall health. Revealing how it mimics the hunting experience that shaped cats' evolution, Play With Your Cat! includes: - Advice on selecting toys and setting up your home environment for the perfect play session - Guidance on specific play techniques to exercise your cat's body and mind - Tips on engaging nonchalant, anxious and uninterested kitties - How to use play to address behavioural issues like aggression and litter-box avoidance. With charming illustrations to demonstrate different techniques and evidence-based advice to help you deepen your relationship with your furry friend, this is an essential handbook for cat owners everywhere

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'This book is a must-have for any cat owner ... packed full of tips and tricks to individualise play for cats of all ages and abilities. After reading this book, you will be left knowing that play for cats isn't frivolous, it's essential' - Dr Sarah Ellis, feline behaviour specialist and co-author of THE TRAINABLE CAT

Author Bio

Dr Mikel Maria Delgado is a leading cat behaviour consultant and animal behaviour scientist, whose research has appeared in scientific journals and veterinary textbooks. She co-authored Total Cat Mojo with Jackson Galaxy and she has been featured in outlets including The New York Times, Atlantic and the BBC. Delgado lives in Sacramento, California, with her boyfriend, Scott, and their three happy rescue cats: Coriander, Professor Scribbles and Ruby.