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The Hidden Language of Cats

Learn what your feline friend is trying to tell you

Dr Sarah Brown author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:19th Oct '23

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EVER WONDERED WHAT ALL THE MEOWS MEAN? THIS BOOK WILL TRANSLATE THEM AND ENSURE YOU NEVER MISUNDERSTAND A MEOW AGAIN . . .


'A must-have for an animal rescuer or guardian who wants to increase their feline fluency!' Hannah Shaw, bestselling author of Tiny But Mighty

'Every house cat wishes their owner would read this book!' Dr. Mike Delgado, PHD, coauthor of Total Cat Mojo

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Today, domestic cats live harmoniously with devoted owners all over the world. But how did the wildcats of old creep into our homes and our hearts, convincing us to keep them warm, fed, and pampered?

They learned to talk to us.

Renowned cat behaviour scientist Dr. Sarah Brown reveals the previously unexplored secrets of cat communication in a book that is both scientifically grounded and utterly delightful.

Each chapter dives into a different form of communication, including:

· Vocalisation
· Tail signals
· Scents
· Rubbing
· Ear movements

Through observing the behaviour of two cat colonies in rural England, readers will also have the opportunity to glimpse into the lives of some of the cats behind Dr. Brown's science.

With references to historical records, modern scientific studies of cat-human communication, and the inclusion of simple, elegant line drawings, The Hidden Language of Cats is perfect for any cat lover who wants to learn more about their beloved companion.

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'Easily comprehendible and captivating' Kirkus Reviews

Fascinating and curious, a wonderful book which should not be left in the company of dog-lovers * Spectator *
Fascinating * Gazette and Herald *
Easily comprehendible and captivating * Kirkus Reviews *
A must-have for an animal rescuer or guardian who wants to increase their feline fluency! -- Hannah Shaw, bestselling author of Tiny But Mighty
Every house cat wishes their owner would read this book! -- Dr. Mike Delgado, PHD, coauthor of Total Cat Mojo
"Sarah Brown knows cats. A fascinating blend of real-life stories and science informed by her deep expertise, this book will both entertain and inform any cat-lover." -- John Bradshaw, New York Times bestselling author of The Trainable Cat and Cat Sense
"At last, a brilliant voice to give cats the recognition they deserve. From feral cats outside an asylum, to pampered mother cats giving birth in the warmth and safety of a home, Dr. Brown studies her subjects with a fascination and delight that is contagious. Tracing our relationship with cats all the way back to the Fertile Crescent, The Hidden Language of Cats solves the mystery of how their solitary predatory ancestors came to be such an important part of our lives. The best book you will read this year." -- Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods, New York Times bestselling authors of The Genius of Dogs
"Cat advocates sometimes call themselves "the voice of the voiceless," but the truth is cats express themselves very clearly; we just have to know how to listen. The Hidden Language of Cats decodes the underlying meaning behind the wide variety of ways cats communicate with us, each other, and the world around them, empowering readers to better understand and advocate for them. This deep dive into cat language is a must have for any animal rescuer or guardian who wants to increase their feline fluency!" -- Hannah "Kitten Lady" Shaw, bestselling author of Tiny But Mighty and founder of Orphan Kitten Club
"Purrs, hisses, meows, scents, scratches, ear tilts, tail flicks, and head butts. Cats are wonderfully expressive across a variety of modalities, even if their meaning isn't always clear to us. Sarah Brown's delightful book will help you better understand what our feline friends are trying to say, while appreciating how much remains mysterious." -- Sean Carroll, Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins and New York Times bestselling author of The Biggest Ideas in the Universe
"Every cat lover wishes they could understand what their cat is thinking: This book will help you do just that! Sarah Brown provides the reader with a highly-entertaining and evidence-based guide to how cats communicate and how to have a better relationship with the cat in your life. Every house cat wishes their owner would read this book!" -- Dr. Mikel Delgado, PhD, Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist and coauthor of Total Cat Mojo

ISBN: 9780241655498

Dimensions: 222mm x 144mm x 29mm

Weight: 410g

304 pages