As cat lovers, we’d be surprised if you haven’t heard of Pam Johnson-Bennett – she’s a best-selling author of 10 books and is considered a pioneer in the field of cat behavior consulting. Pam starred in Animal Planet UK’s series Psycho Kitty and is one of the most popular and sought-after cat behavior experts in the world today.
Pam began making house calls to work with clients on cat behavior problems back in 1982 and published her first book in 1990. Since then, she has led the way as an inspiration and mentor to many in the cat behavior profession. Which brings us to her newest book – CatWise.
With the launch of CatWise, Pam embarked on a national book tour called The CatWise Cat Cafe Tour which was presented by Wellness Pet Food. This unique national book tour took Pam to some of the most popular cat cafes in the United States to meet fans and sign copies of her book. The tour was designed to bring attention to the increasing popularity of cat cafes and how they help in promoting cat adoption. Pam was proud to team up with Wellness for this tour and was thrilled to announce that Wellness donated 1000 meals to each of the shelters associated with the cat cafes on every stop on the tour.
We spoke with Pam and she was delighted to offer us 5 copies of her new book for 5 lucky Purrington Post readers to win (contest details below).
In the meantime, we wanted to get up close and purrsonal with Pam and here’s what she shared with us:
Q: This is your 10th book! Congrats! Now what makes this CatWise different/unique/special from the others?
With the field of cat behavior becoming so popular, many people turn to the internet for their advice on cat behavior problems. While there are many reputable and experienced behavior experts listed online there are also many offering bad advice. I end up getting calls and emails from people who have been burned by bad behavior advice from an unqualified business that had a misleading website. I wrote this book to answer the types of questions I tend to get on a regular basis. It’s written in a Q&A style so readers can either go directly to the section they need or they can read it cover to cover.
Q: What was your primary objective in writing CatWise?
I’ve been in this field since 1982 and many cat parents trust me so I wanted to offer sound, easy-to-understand advice from the source they know.
Q: Can you share a funny/unexpected story that may have happened during the writing of CatWise?
Actually, the most amusing part of doing this book was shooting the cover photo. We went to the Cat Shoppe in Nashville for the session so we could use the cats there who are waiting for their forever home. I spent a couple of hours laying on the floor with dozens of cats climbing all over me. It was hard to get a good shot because most of the cats insisted on facing me which meant their little butts were always to the camera. I felt like a cat play toy with kitties jumping on me. It was so much fun.
Q: Best thing about writing this book?
I love sharing information about cat behavior because it gives readers the opportunity to improve the relationships they have with their cats. Every time I write a book about cats I also end up loving them more than I did before.
Q: Hardest thing about writing this book?
Knowing what to leave out. I get so excited about sharing information and teaching that I could easily write way too much. Thank goodness for editors!
Q: Any chance of another Cat Cafe Tour in 2018?
I’m so glad we had the opportunity to do the first cat café book tour in 2017 and it was such a thrill to see how unique each cat café was. With all the new cat cafes popping up lately it would be great to do another tour but unfortunately, it’s not on our 2018 schedule.
Q: What exciting new projects do you have planned for 2018?
Right now, my schedule includes lectures and nothing brand new. 2017 was a year of so much travel with the CatWise Cat Café Tour, lecturing at the Best Friends National Conference, Pet Connections Expo, speaking at this wonderful festival in Calgary called Beakerhead, the Tucson Festival of Books and many other lectures throughout the country. I’m not as young as I used to be so I’m ok with not living out of a suitcase as much right now. We are working on some very exciting things for 2019 that I have to keep under wraps for the time being. Sorry to be so mysterious.
Q: Any chance of an 11th book?
I am working on the next one right now. I’ve found though that as the mother of two teenagers, it’s getting harder to carve out some quiet writing time.
Q: What’s one sage bit of advice you wish most cat owners would heed?
No matter how frustrating and seemingly random a cat’s behavior may appear, it always makes sense to the cat. Our job as cat parents is to figure out what the cat is telling us by the behavior.
Q: What’s the biggest takeaway for anyone reading CatWise that you wish they’d remember?
Cats are easy to train if you take the time to educate yourself on what they need. It’s never too late to improve the relationship you have with your cat.
Q: How many cats do you own currently? Names? Descriptions?
Currently, I share my home with a rescued melanistic Bengal cat named Pearl (photos below). We think she’s about 10 years old. A few years ago we had to say goodbye to our three geriatric cats, ages 24, 18, and 17 in a relatively short span of time. It was overwhelmingly difficult. Pearl has been wonderful in helping me continue to heal from the devastating loss.
Q: Any words or key message you’d like to share with your many fans?
Thank you for loving cats and continuing to make their lives better. So many people have yet to experience how incredible it is open your heart to these magnificent animals.
* Contest Now Closed
This contest ended on January 12th, 2018. Entrants simply needed to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
I have [insert number] cats and their names are [insert your cats names]. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because [insert your reason].
The winners were chosen by Pam and her team from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email.
Be sure to check out Pam’s website at catbehaviorassociates.com Can’t wait to read the book? You can Buy a copy of CatWise on Amazon.
I have 15 cats and their names are Catherine, Cyrus, Onyx, Tucker, Gypsy, Kiowa, Daisy Mae, Prestone McCrone, Emily, Erika, W’Rossalita Melania, Louis Patton, Jaezibel Jasmine, Outlaw Buddie James, and Fredderick Kay Cougar. I would love a copy of Cat Wise because with ages between 17 years old and 18 months it’s hard to figure out how to help and communicate with everyone on medical and behavioral issues. Mom needs a consult.
I have 14 cats….Minnie…possum…cinnamon…pumpkin…pepper….star…..fruit bat….tippie….smudge….yang yang….Nina….bandit…..Sasha….
Would love a copy of ur book to help with the health and tip for all my babies
I have three kitties and their names are Sophie, Baron, and Katie. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I as always in search of as much information as I can find to learn more about kitties in general and to ensure that I am doing all I can to get these precious fur-babies the best life I can. I am a true Crazy Cat Lady and love my kitties.
I have three cats , guilty, Gizmo and inn I would love to win a copy of the book it would be so helpful.
I have one cat and her name is Kitty. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because the more we understand our cats the better we will be at creating harmony and pursuing world peace.
I now only have two cats Ivy 2yrs and Paige 7 yrs, my 19yr old Katie passed away back on Nov 1st 2017 I miss her terribly we were together for 17 of those years. I would love to win Pam’s book as I’m always looking to learn more of
what makes my cats tick and how to be a better pet parent so I can hopefully have as long with Ivy and Paige as I did
with Katie.
I have 3 cats and their names are Miss Waikiki, Kapono & Madam Pele. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I always want to learn more about cats to give my cats the best life possible.
I have two cats and their names are Cooper and Zeke. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because you can never have enough advice of cats 🙂
I have 5 cats and their names are Smokey, Chesney, Gandolfini, Jakey, Ween . I would love to win a copy of CatWise because they are my babies, they have each saved me as much as I have saved them & would love this to help me be a better #furmommy
My name is Amy. I have one gorgeous 1 year old orange cat named Oliver. I would love to win a copy of Cat Wise, since I would love to get to know more about him. I saved him from going into a shelter and off the streets, since he was a stray. I would love to know more about the life he may have had.
I share my home & my heart with two kitties currently. Loki is a 4-year-old Russian Blue Mix and a nearly 2-year-old long-hair calico named Keri. Both came from The SPCA Cincinnati.
I have 2 cats and their names are Odie and Reggie. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because i’m always looking for good information, so i can make their lives safe, enjoyable and fulfilling. you can never have too much knowledge!
I have 3 cats and their names are Clyde, Polly and Pippa. I’d love to win a copy of CatWise to get help my kitties get along better. The kittens are exhausting Clyde (18) and me, too!
I have one cat and his name is Sherlock. I would love to win a copy of Catwise because I am a veterinarian and would be interested in learning more about cat behavior so I can help my clients/patients.
I have 6 cats and their names are Binx, Trillian, Peanut, Katie, Mouse & Cookie. I also share my home with my grown son & his 2 cats, Lisa & Ghost, and my son’s girlfriend & her cat Oliver. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because, although I’ve shared 61 years of my life with cats and feel like I know them fairly well, I also know that you can never stop learning new things about these crazy and wonderful creatures.
I am owned by one cat, who is named Romeo Luigi, who is a beautiful black male that has a Siamese trait. My heart is also owned by a grand fur baby named Ralphie Lee, who is a big orange marmalade boy. I would love to win a copy of the book CatWise to be able to understand these two better. They both have such unique personalities where one is a lover the other is more self centered. Needless to say they are like little people where no two are alike.
WE are parents to 3 kitties-all rescue kitties Joie, flaming orange the Maine Coon, heavy kitty at age of 5yrs. Mickie, Norwegian Black Forest , age 5yrs. and Little Louie, Heinz 57 of 3 yrs along with a Border Collie of 5 yrs. I would love to win a copy of “CatWise” -As a people shrink I would like to know the minds of those 3 furries as I communicate ASL(American Sign Language) to them–they REALLY DO UNDERSTAND IT!!!! even the Border-Collie who thinks like a kitty as well! they wash–she washes-wow
I have one cat and his name is Kitty. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because it would be great read and I would be able to share it with other fellow cat owners..
I have 4 cats and their names are Ghost, Psyco, Juneau, and Ember. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I love to read, especially about cats.
I have one apartment cat named Harper Lee, whom I call Hyper Lee because she’s always caroming around the rooms and chasing me. I also provide food and care for my sister’s two rescued garage cats, Lumpty Dumpty and Petey. Last fall I rescued an abandoned cat I named Sprite because he lived in the woods behind a gas station on a very busy road. It took 3 months of taking him food and water every night and finally coaxing him into my SUV. He lived in my bedroom a few months (Harper was not happy) after being vaccinated and neutered. A cat lover drove 60 miles here to adopt him since I’m allowed only one cat. I would love to have read Cat Wise to learn how to hasten his trust and get him out of the gas station woods in less time! I also would like to know more about making Harper’s life even better.
Three cats have me, and their names are Tarifa, Suha, and Elvis. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I’m a longtime fan of Ms. Johnson-Bennett, having read CAT vs. CAT and derived much knowledge from it. Elvis is very prey-driven and territorial, and I’m thinking I still have more to learn on how to encourage harmony in our furmily.
I have two kitties, Tinker Belle and Boots. Tink is 8 years old and Boots is 2. I would love to win a copy of Car Wise so I can understand their behavior better and have a little more harmony between the two. They are both inside kitties.
Being part of a cat rescue organization and having cats returned to us…I would love to win a copy of this book to share insight with others!!! Maybe I could help keep our cats in furever homes. I have 3 kitties if my own and help with fosters. Thank you! I love volunteering for our cat rescue…#rescuesfirst
I have two cats and their names are Kathleen and Domino. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because having a cat in your life is a major gift and responsibility and I want to be the best possible pet mom I can be. I know tis book will help me be the great mom!
I have 8 cats and their names are Eclipse, Max, Lady, Pipsqueak, Autumn, Skitters, Squiggles, Gem, . I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I am always trying to figure them out and what they are trying to tell me. They were all former ferals who easily adapted to becoming inside only cats.
I have 7 cats and their names are Scrat, Double, Trouble, Chicken, Monkey, Ninja and Lynx. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I
I have 2 of my group that do spray from time to time and while they usually get along well there are the occasional squabbles.
I have 1 cat and his name is Probey. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I volunteer for a kitty rescue group and I think we could help even more cats find their forever homes if we knew better how to understand and work with the behaviors of our furbabies.
I have one cat — a wonderfully patterned Kalico Kitty — and her name is Mawatha. I never expected to become a Cat Mama, but here I am! — a fervent “Cat Person”.
While working in Sri Lanka, I came upon a 3-week-old kitten literally in the middle of the road. Mawatha was scrawny and dehydrated; one eye was closed with infection and the other almost; her left paw was twisted from malnutrition and her fur was thin and spiky (she looked nothing like the cute round kittens on Youtube…). I didn’t know anything about cats and was not particularly interested in them, but I could’t leave this vulnerable baby creature there, so tiny and frail, almost blind, hearing not yet developed, limping and falling, likely to die within 24 hours of exposure if not squished by a car tire … I decided to take her home to foster her until I could find her a family.
That initial day was the first — and last — time that I thought of fostering — Mawatha entered my heart even faster than she entered my home.
The internet was my saviour — I spent hours and hours and hours reading about cats — life cycle, nutrition, health, illness, to vaccinate or not to vaccinate, live vs dead vaccines, titres vs vaccines, paw care, mouth care, ear care, travelling with Kitty, boarding Kitty, indoor cat enrichment, training…
In the end, not knowing anything about cats was the best thing because I was forced to research. I now advocate for cats as much as I can, sharing my knowledge with other cat guardians and even succeeding in helping some to improve the life of their cats through better nutrition or indoor enrichment or leash-training.
I would love to win a copy of Pam Johnson-Bennett’s, “Cat Wise”, to learn more about cat behaviour and psychology; to learn more about what my kitty needs and is telling me; to learn more that I can share with other Cat Guardians. I want to understand my kitty better because I feel that it must be very hard for a kitty, especially a single kitty like mine, who is confined in a human home and has no one who understands what she is trying to “say”. As a cat guardian, I feel honoured that this amazing creature lives with me and I believe that it is my responsibility to do my utmost to develop communication between us. For this, I must be “cat wise” and Ms. Johnson-Bennett’s book would help me be that.
Cynthia
have three cats and their names are Munchkin, Precious and Jojo. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because Precious and Jojo have become total advasaries and fight continuously right down to Jojo deliberately using Precious’litter box to annoy her.My poor male Munch is 16 and this totally stresses him out- he likes both of them .
I have 7 cats and their names are Tally, Chloe, Izzi, Luna, Liam, Maurice, and Wesley. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because when people talk about what a crazy cat lady I am, they will also say, “Yes, she may be going broke taking care of all those cats, but no one in town understands, loves, or cares for them as well as she does.”
I have 7 inside cats and at least 5 outside that visit every day. Their names are Tubby, Mosey, JT squeaks, Red, Bebe, buddy Cole and Bi’boy. Animal behavior is a favorite topic of mine. The learning will never end.
I have 2 cats and their names are Princess and Gigi. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because my Dad and I are cat lovers.
I have three cats and their names are Moko, Arata, and Kotoha. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because no matter how long I have had cats, I know there is always something new I can learn about them.
I have one cat and her name is LaDiva. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because we live in Mexico much of the year and communicating with Spanish-speaking vets has been more than frustrating! I believe that CatWise would answer many questions and save me the frustration and expense of running to the vet so often. We also travel back and forth to the US and I need some suggestions for keeping LaDiva as calm and comfortable as possible during our flights.
I have 1 cat and her namesis Harley. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because i would like to know understand her habits, likes, dislikes and be able to understand her needs more. sometimes i think i know what she wants but then i guess wrong. it would be nice to be able to read her mind!
I have two cats and their names are Princess and Calli Rose. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I have made caring for, loving and rescuing cats my life’s mission. I could write a book of stories of rescues and cats in my life like a post above. Suffices to say I can’t ever get enough knowledge of anything cat, from nutrition, care, grooming, nurturing, the psychology and physiology of cats because I love them with all my heart
I have 1 cat and his name is Stripey]. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I am a librarian and would love to add it to our library collection for other cat lovers to read.
I have 3 cats and their names are Jude, Murphy, and Salem. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because her book “Think Like a Cat” was invaluable in helping integrate my new rescues Murphy (9 months old at the time) and Salem (kitten) with Jude (who was grieving his loss of best friend Jules).
I have 2 cats and their names are Ralphie and Randy. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I want to learn ways to improve their relationship. They get along ok but things could be better.
I have 4 cats and their names are Norman, Jethro, Trace and Mr. Bell . I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I have a number of Pam’s books which I use a cat bibles but I don’t have her latest book.
I have 3 cats Beauty, 8 yrs old, Thomas, 6 yrs old & Andrea 4yrs old. All 3 cats were adopted from the Humane Society. Would love to win one of the books and learn more about my cats behavior, & understand about them. I am a big cat lover.
I have 3 cats and their names are Polar,Turbo and Roku. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I love learning about Cats .
I have 4 cats and their names are Talia, Sophie, Storm and Veronica. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I love learning about cat behavior. I have several of her books already and I am excited to read this one. I am the local cat behavior resource in Williamsburg, VA and it is so rewarding to help people and their cats. I want to learn all that I can and share it with people here so that more cats have happy lives.
Hello! The cat’s who own me are Zane Grey and Ernest Hemingway. Given their literary names, I am sure that they would love anew book and perhaps they would let me read to them. Learning never stops and I wiould be very grateful for more knowledge. Thank you for the opportunity!
I have one cat, Cali. My first cat in 20 years, and I’m constantly questioning myself… “am I doing the right thing with her?”. I met Pam on the tour in Seattle! I asked loads of questions, I just didn’t have money for a book. Would love to be considered for one.
I have four cats and their names are Sunshine, Maggie, Murphy and Slyder. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I am always looking for new resources to learn how to communicate better with my fur children.
I have 12 cats. I shelter elderly rescues. I also feed some feral colonies.
I have one cat & her name is Daisy. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because as long as I have had cats, I am still learning their delightful quirks. I know now every cat is an individual & you cannot figure out what your kitten will actually be like as an adult.
I have two cats and their names are Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Squeaker. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I admire Pam Johnson-Bennett’s gentle style of working with feline companions, for a positive outcome to challenges that inevitably come our way, as we share our space with our beautiful, funny, entertaining, infuriating fur babies. Ms. Johnson-Bennett’s show featured a man who’s cat would attack him when he sneezed. In my experience, my cats were actually frightened when I sneezed. What worked for me is that when I sneezed, I gave a giggle (nothing too over the top) and said “Ebeneezer Sneezer”. Their response to that was just to ignore the sneeze. “Well, if mummy thinks that explosive sound is funny….no worries”. Hope someone finds this helpful.
I have 2 cats and their names are Cassie and Lily. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because i have always rescued older cats and Lily is 2 years old. I need to know how i can help make her life the best i can. And to also keep Cassie knowing she is loved just as much.
I have 1 cat named Mocha Latte. We had to say goodbye to our 21 yr old Maine Coon just 4 months ago. I would love to win a copy of CatWise to help me be a better cat parent to Mocha and to be a help as adding another kitty companion will hopefully be in the near future.
I currently have 2 cats (previous one passed 6 years ago). Their names are Desiree and Allie. Desiree is closing in on 9 years old and Allie recently turned 18 months. They are both playful and affectionate and bring so much joy to my life. I’d love to win this book as cats are my favorite thing to read about.
I have 5 cats and their names are Annabelle, Ren, Emi, Yumi, and Pippa. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because, though I am sure my cat’s behavior always makes sense to them, I could use some help in figuring out what they are trying to tell me.
I have 1 cat and her name is Kimba. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because Kimba is just a kitten and I’ve never had a young cat before. I’d like to be able to train her well and understand her as much as possible. She’s a nice little kitten and she deserves the best.
I have 6 cats, sadly my black beauty, GrimmReaper, passed away on December 19 in my arms. I’m still completely heart broken; and their names are: TJ, Puff, Leara, Nalia, Zombee (he was hot by a car and was brought to me with his face severely mangled and I didn’t think his face would heal without scars but I was wrong. He now has a permanent smile on his perfect beautiful face), and my baby, Tinkerbutt (he was my grandbabies 1st rescue. His mom was hit by a car so the grandkids hunted and searched for the babies and found all 5 of them. I took Tinkerbutt cause he was the only black long haired kitten and was the smallest. He is now horribly spoiled!!!!. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I feel I can never learn too much about these fantastic furbabies. I do a great deal of cat rescues and am an expert at taming adult ferals. I normally have up to 20 cats in my house. I want to learn everything I can so I can better help each cat that I have in my care. I could never afford to purchase the book on my own; however, I do have an online show called The Pawz Cause Show, and would be happy to promote the book on my program
I have 5 inside cats and 8 ferals I take care of daily. Cats are so complicated.
I have 3 cats and their names are Tippy, Misha and Loki. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because my sister is studying to become an animal-assisted therapist. School is expensive, so she could really use a helping hand, and I could really use an explanation for a few of my cats’ naughty behaviors!
I am tolerated by one beautiful soul, Midnight. I do not know his age or history, just that he comes around my mom’s house whenever I am there. I could use a hand in understanding how to help him and in how to make him a happier kitty.
I would love to win Catwise as I am crazy over cat books
I have 1 cat and her name is Naimah. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I am a certified professional dog trainer and I frequently help people better understand their dog’s AND cat’s needs living in the same household.
I have [5] cats and their names are [Lily, Colbyjack, Oreo, Callie, Quill]. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I volunteer at The Hotel for Cats and Dogs in addition to my own 5 cats. I am known as The Cat whisperer and I am always eager to learn anything new to help my fur babies at home and at the shelter😸
I have 1 cat and her name is Kitty. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I want to learn more about these precious felines that I don’t know too much about. I did not have a single clue about cats before adopting our sweet girl but am learning new things every day. Kitty is such a character and I often ask, “why does she do that”? I hope to answer some of my wonders through your lovely book!
I have 7 cats,all street rescues,all total indoor cats now.The eldest is 12 and the yougest is 18 months,their names are Mirka,Tyke,Evie,Trouble,Cissy,Stinky and Kali.Each one has a story to tell about its fight for survival outside and how they were saved,they each have their unique characteristics, I love them all so much,I wish I could take more in,but that is impossible,so I help out with the local feral colonies too,it is the least I can do.Here in Greece,dogs are the more favoured pet to have,unfortunately,so we have a lot of cats to deal with.I would love to have some good professional advice and tips on caring for multiple cats who have to ‘put up’ with each other.
I have 3 cats, they are sisters and I found them in the trash when they were only a week old. They think I’m their mum… their names are Kiki, Aisha and Zazie and they’re 5 years old.. I’d love to win the book because even if I have a good relationship with them and a great bond, I always strive to learn the best way to understand cats and their behaviour, either with me and with each other.
I have two cats named Merlin and Mouse. They have mastered the art of manipulating their human. They are both under 1 year. I definitely need some insight into their behavior…….If it continues on this way, I fear that they will soon take over and me and my husband will be their servants (who sleep on the floor and give up anything that tastes yummy as we perform our massaging duties).
I have two cats and their names are Smokey and Mookah. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I could certainly use some advice on how to get them to like each other more. They’ve largely divided up my living space into two zones–“his” and “hers”–and when their paths cross, fur can fly! I try to approach them with the same mind-set I would an infant or a toddler–that no matter that they can’t exactly tell you what they need, they always have something specific in their mind and it’s my job to figure out what it is. Oh good grief, now I sound like a cat nanny!
I have one cat and her name is Harley. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because i would love to know how she thinks, what makes her tick, and how i could bond with her better.
I have 2 cats and their names are Frodo and Gandalf. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I would love to know how they think and how I could help them to get along better with the other members of our family (BF and his dog).
I have 1 cat and his name is Hiker. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I love my cat and anyones cats so much and always want to know more things about cats. I named him Hiker because that would be short for hitch hiker. When Hiker was about 3 months old, in a freezing ice/snow storm, he was lost out in deep snowbanks in fields searching for a warm place. His right ear had frost bite. I put some triple antiobiotic on the frost bite and it healed his ear. But, it is now just a little bit shorter than the other ear. My husbund’s job was to travel several counties all year round to check on hog confinements. This one miserable day (long story short) he came out of the building and for some reason he looked under the hood of his pickup and there was this little very cold kitten. Bob put him in his coat to keep him warm and brought him home. We took him to the Vet and she said he was probably about 3 months old and in good health. She gave him all the shots that he needed. Since it seemed like he was hitch-hiking, I said that Hiker would be a good name for him. He’s all black with just a spot of white on his tummy, and big yellow eyes. He runs from one end of the house to the other end, which is long, as he screams like Tarzan. I finally realized what he was doing. He wanted attention and to play. Then he started to play hide and seek. I had no idea a cat would do something like that but we do have fun with it. When he decides to play, he will start running fast and loud and then goes off and hides someplace in the house. He thinks that I can’t see him. He’s so cute! He hides under something with his back end and tail sticking out and thinks I can’t find him. I will go through the house calling his name and saying, “where’s Hiker” and then finally I’ll touch him and kind of rough up the hair on his head. Then he runs right in front of me and goes so fast and hides right before my eyes, but thinks he’s hidden. Sometimes if he wants to play, he will hide someplace that I’m not even expecting him to be where he is, and when I walk by him he will jump out and touch the back of my leg as I walk by. He’s almost human. I’ve said that if he was out with other cats all the little girl cats would be chasing him. He’s smart, strong, sometimes patient, so clean, loving and my little angel kitty. He is now about 7 years old. Before we found him, I had a Persian cat who unexpectedly passed away at a very young age. It was so hard on me and 7 years later I still cry when I think of Cammy my beautiful cat. We take Hiker on vacations, etc with us. When we get home from shopping or any place, he is always waiting at the door. I know that God knows everything and what would happen to Cammy someday and God sent me my Angel Kitty. He’s my little buddy! I learned that rubbing the top of his head means he loves me. I just wish I could figure out what he is saying sometimes. He meows pretty loud sometimes and I’d love to know what he’s saying. Hope you enjoyed my little story! BE GOOD TO YOUR KITTIES AND THEY WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!
I have 1 cat and their names are Oreo. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I would like to be able to understand her better.
I have 2 cats, an older birman named Isis (sorry about that–we named her before the terrorists came on the scene) and a new kitten named Skitters. I’d love to win because Isis HATES the kitten. She has literally tried to kill him twice now, and i have to keep them apart for the safety of the baby. I’d love an idea of how to help them get along, for the sake of harmony and also safety.
I have 9 cats and their names are Pretty, Bo-Bo’s, Fluffy Face, Curious, Red, Angus, Foxy, Lil Foot, and Lil One. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I would love to be able to better understand my kitties behaviors and needs so I can give them the best and happiest life that they deserve 💖
I have two cats and their names are Star and Lola. I would love to get a copy of CatWise because it will help me a lot to have more knowledge about the behavior of cats so I educate my cats every day and improve the relationship I have with my cats.
I have 5 cats and their names are Beckett, Colleen, Carly, Rabbit and Lu Lu. I would love to win a copy of CatWise because I can always use more info on my feline buddies.
I have 1 cat and his name is Maui. I am not sure I would love to win a copy of CatWise actually, since I have never felt the need for a cat book before. But reading the article and interview made me wonder if I should own one. From what I see, you have a lot of experience writing books about cats, so maybe I should make yours the first.
I’ve never heard of this woman before! Everyone knows America’s favorite cat expert is Jackson Galaxy!