{"product_id":"kittens-for-dummies-isbn-9781119609117","title":"Kittens For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWho 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKittens For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdopting or buying the right kitten for you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking sure your home is kitten-proof\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroducing your new pet to children and other pets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreventing and treating feline illnesses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDealing with behavioral issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRescuing an orphaned kitten\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBooks abound about kitten care. Unlike many of them�those that seem to require a veterinary medicine degree to figure out�\u003ci\u003eKittens For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDoling out plenty of love, attention, and patience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeciding whether kitty will be allowed to explore the outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking your kitten comfy with the right supplies and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowing how often to ring the dinner bell\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognizing emergencies that call for quick trips to the veterinarian\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocating qualified caretakers when you travel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNurturing kitty into adulthood\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore 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 \u003ci\u003epurr\u003c\/i\u003e-fect pet.\u003c\/p\u003e P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you�re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Kittens For Dummies (9780764541506). The book you see here shouldn�t be considered a new or updated product. But if you�re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We�re always writing about new topics! Introduction. \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Your Companion for Life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Getting the Lowdown on Owning a Kitten.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Choosing the Right Kitten for You.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Buying a Registered Kitten.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Adopting a Random-Bred or Special Needs Kitten.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Preparing for and Bringing Home Your Kitten.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Making Your Kitten Comfy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Welcome Home, Kitty!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Providing a Meal Fit for a Kitten King.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Caring for Your Kitten.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Out of Harm’s Way: Ensuring Your Kitten’s Safety.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Recognizing Common Illnesses and Diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: An Ounce of Prevention.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Cleanliness Is Next to Catliness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: I’m Leaving on a Jet Plane: What Should I Do?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Kitten Psychology: Understanding Your Furry Friend.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: What Did You Meow? Understanding Felinese.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Managing Behavior Problems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Keeping Your Kitten Entertained and Out of Trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Welcoming the Unplanned Kitten.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Rescuing an Older Kitten in Need.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Critical Care for Orphans.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Combating Health and Behavior Concerns Common to Orphans.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: All Grown Up: What Should I Do?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Common Kitten Emergencies and How to Deal with Them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Ways to Bond with Your Kitten.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDusty Rainbolt\u003c\/b\u003e is Product Reviewer for \u003ci\u003eCatnip,\u003c\/i\u003e former Product Editor for \u003ci\u003eWhole Cat Journal,\u003c\/i\u003e and an award-winning writer.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore your options to find the perfect kitten\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the right food, litter, and toys\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to correct common behavioral issues\u003c\/li\u003e\t \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour guide to selecting and raising the purr-fect feline friend!\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKittens are undeniably cute, but they can be a handful! Learn how best to care for your kitty companion — get the scoop on basic health issues and pick up tips on keeping your kitten out of trouble. Understand common behaviors and how to bond with your new furry friend. 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