Books with author Amy Shojai

“Though a cat may choose to share her affection with a human or two, she will always remain that quixotic mix of unpredictability and individuality that challenges the understanding of the most patient among us. It is as if they know that when they first stepped into the human ring of firelight, they forever altered our history, influencing our religions, our literature, our art—our very lives.” –From the IntroductionChapter One, “Evolutionary Cat,” traces the domestic feline back to the Paleocene Era, then introduces its big cat relatives. Sidebars highlight the fascinating evolutionary differences between big cats and small cats, which clearly explain why the smaller kitties became household favorites.Cats have been both revered and scorned throughout history. Egyptian law protected sacred cats, and the beauty of Egyptian women was measured by their resemblance to the cat. But the cat’s spiritual heyday came to a halt in the Middle Ages, when the Christian church crushed the worship of cat-gods. Yet, in the seventeenth century, cat popularity rose again as the French aristocracy welcomed the cat back into polite society.Chapter Two, “Cultured Cat,” is a survey of artistic homage paid to the cat. From Aesop’s fables to Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, cats have been featured as analogy, metaphor, and hero. From the Egyptians to Leonardo da Vinci and beyond, the cat has been featured in paintings and other media. Notable cat lovers include Winston Churchill, President Lincoln, and President Roosevelt, whose cat, Slippers, often attended White House dinners. Enemies of the cat include Hitler, Alexander the Great, and Napoleon.Chapter Three, “Physical Cat,” is a guide to understanding and caring for your cat. First, each of the cat’s senses and physical attributes are described, to reveal how they see the world. Important cat care issues are discussed, such as whether you should get your cat “fixed” (definitely!) and what ailments your cat is likely to suffer from. Also provided are tips for proper training, advice on when to vaccinate, and information about choosing and caring for kittens.Cat Life closes with a “Gallery of Breeds,” a parade of fascinating cat types with descriptions of their unique personalities and special characteristics.Overflowing with endearing photographs and enlightening, entertaining text, Cat Life is sure to capture the fancy of ailurophiles everywhere.Award-winning author Amy Shojai (Shojai.com) is one of America’s foremost pet journalists, and the author of more than 30 dog and cat care nonfiction titles, and the pet-centric September & Shadow Thrillers.

THE OLD DOG BIBLE!Filled with comprehensive dog reference material from interviews with over 100 veterinary experts, this award-winning book answers all your must-know questions. Filled with heartwarming chicken soup -like stories, and the latest developments in veterinary care advice for dogs health care for old dogs, this is the definitive guide for keeping senior dogs vital, happy, and active throughout their golden years. You'll learn: How long do dogs live and how dogs ageNormal aging changes for dogsWarning signs to get dogs veterinarian helpOver the counter medications for dogs and home remediesDoggy diapers, care products & DIY optionsHow-to nursing care for dogs: pilling dogs, administering fluid therapy & moreWays to increase old dog exercise and how to exercise dogs mindsChoosing dog food for old dogsHow to get dogs to eatSymptoms and treatments for: arthritis, blind dogs, brain tumors, dog cancer, deaf dogs, dog dental problems, dog diabetes, dog heart disease, dog kidney problems, dog liver disease, dog obesity, dog senility, dog stroke, dog urinary incontinenceThe A-to-Z list of dog health conditions common to old dogs lists medical symptoms, veterinary treatment and research, understanding dog quality of life and making death decisions (and helping children understand pet loss), and home care tips to save money when caring for aging dogs. Categories include: aging dogs, old dogs, dog care and health, dog death and grief, blind dogs, home remedies for dogs, nursing care for dogs, grieving the loss of a pet, putting a pet to sleep, veterinary care

She doesn't trust people. But can she team up with a service puppy to catch a murderer? An explosive first-in-series. 275+ pages of fast-paced action brimming with amateur sleuthing and loyal dogs. "Riveting, heart-wrenching, and brilliant..." -James Rollins, New York Times bestseller of Bloodline Animal behaviorist September Day protects her broken heart by keeping everyone at arm's length. Still distraught over her husband's death in the line of duty, she heads back to her Texas home to launch a dog-training business. But her grief takes a back seat when her autistic nephew goes missing in a freak blizzard. Partnering with the boy's support pup Shadow, September uncovers a shocking conspiracy hiding a deadly "miracle drug." Hounded by vengeful enemies, human and dog must learn to work together and sniff out the source of corruption before more vulnerable kids die. Can September and Shadow forge a bond and stop a ruthless conspiracy and relentless killer? Lost And Found is the first action-packed installment in the gripping September and Shadow series. If you like dark suspense, novice detectives, and courageous animals, then you'll love Amy Shojai's roller-coaster thrillers. Buy Lost And Found to join the hunt for justice today!

STOP THE GROWLS!People love dogs--and often double their pleasure by sharing their hearts (and pillows) with more than one. But dog behavior puzzles the most savvy pet owners especially when you add more pets to the furry equation. And behavior problems are the #1 reason pets lose their homes. This book helps any dog lover (whether you share your home with one or a dozen canines). It demystifies common behaviors and dog disputes, explains aggression (it's NORMAL!), solves pet potty challenges and dinnertime woes, and redirects normal (but aggravating) dog-to-dog behaviors. This guide explains aggressive dog behavior and dog fights, dog language, positive dog obedience training techniques, how to stop dog biting and prevent dog behavioral problems. You'll find detailed prescriptive how-to advice from premier dog trainers and behaviorists on the most common problems found in the multi-dog household. Step by step tips from this award-winning author and certified animal behavior consultant uses dog psychology to address: Dog bites, dog aggression, and dog fightsScared dogs, noise phobias, dog fireworks fears, and canine thunder phobiasCanine separation anxiety, dog separation behaviors, and dog destructive behaviorsDog resource guarding of toys, food and ownersManage dog food issues and feeding dogsPuppy house training and dog marking behaviorsPositive dog training, clicker training, lure training, and obedience trainingProper dog introductions Introduce dogs to new dogsIntroduce dogs to baby or kidsIntroduce dogs to catsReduce bullying behaviorHow to choose pet friends to reduce growlsThis book also offers fun how-to advice to solve common pet peeves: barking puppy chewingdog diggingpuppies eating poopdogs rolling in poopdogs jumping up, and more!Fun, practical, and eminently informative, ComPETability helps you devise strategies that enable multiple dogs to live in harmony within the same household. Written by one of America's premier pet experts, the book explains everything the loving dog owner needs to know. Most important, CompPETability provides crucial tips on how to evaluate and match your pets' personalities, improve their relationships, and make your home a sanctuary for canine fun and peace. Categories include: dog behavior problems, dog training, dog behavior and training, dog behavior modification, dog behavior understanding dog body language, dog behaviorist, dog behavior textbooks

The second installment of Shojai's dark, female-driven domestic thriller series featuring pet-centric plots:A mysterious contagion will shatter countless lives unless a service dog and his trainer find a missing cat . . . in 24 hours.A STALKER hides in plain sight.A VICTIM faces her worst fear.AND A DOG seeks the missing--and finds hope.Eight years ago, animal behaviorist September Day escaped a sadistic captor who left her ashamed, terrified, and struggling with PTSD. She trusts no one--except her Maine Coon cat Macy and service dog Shadow.Shadow also struggles with trust. A German Shepherd autism service dog who rescued his child partner only to lose his-boy forever, Shadow's crippling fearof abandonment shakes his faith in humans.HIDE AND SEEK continues the story begun in LOST AND FOUND. September must solve an epidemic of Alzheimer's-like symptoms, evade a relentless sadist from her past, and protect her chosen family from the killer. September has only 24 hours to uncover the truth about Macy's mysterious illness or pay the deadly consequences.When September learns to trust again, and a good-dog takes a chance on love, together they find hope in the midst of despair--and discover what family really means.

CREATE A PEACEABLE DOG-CAT KINGDOM!Cat behavior and dog behavior puzzles the most savvy pet owners especially when you put dogs and cats together. Behavior problems lose dogs and cats their homes. Animal behavioral expert Amy Shojai takes the mystery out of dog language or cat language, explains reasons behind dog aggression and dog bites, cat clawing and scratching, missing the litter box, house training problems and how to understanding and redirect normal behavior. Not just a dog training book or cat care advice, you'll learn about cat and dog evolution and how it effects how dogs eat, how cats hunt, why dog dominance is a myth and how cat social structure really works. Step by step cat and dog tips from this award-winning author and certified animal behavior consultant uses pet psychology to address: Recognize and diffuse cat aggression and aggressive dog behaviorStop cat bites and dog bites Settle disputes over territory Soothe cat stress and feline fear Address scared dogs and noise phobias to fireworks fears and thunderstorm phobias Stop bully behavior Solve hit and miss litter box problems Manage pet food, nutrition and meals Choose pet friends to reduce cat fights and dog fights Pet introduction and techniques Introduce cats or dogs to a new baby or kids Canine separation anxiety, dog separation behaviors, and dog destructive behaviorsDog resource guarding of toys, food and owners Puppy house training and dog marking behaviors Categories include: dog behavior books, cat behavior books, cat behavior problems, dog behavior problems, dog training, dog sense, cat sense

YOUR PUPPY BIBLE! A definitive guide for adopting puppies, puppy health care, pet first aid, dog behavior information and positive training how to advice from pet expert Amy Shojai. Packed with veterinary medicine facts, dog health and care how-to tips, and fascinating information and advice.The perfect holiday puppy gift for dog lovers! Learn about: Choosing puppiesPuppy training and potty trainingDog languageDog breeds versus rescue dogs Solving puppy behavior problemsPuppy foodPuppy grooming how-to tipsLure training and clicker trainingIntroduce puppies to dogs, cats, babies and kidsLatest veterinary medicine recommendationsHow to recognizing common health issues, and what to doFirst aid and home remedies that save you money--and your puppy's life!More than two-dozen SQUEE! cute puppy pictures Canine legends, mythsWeird and Wacky answers to why puppies drink from the toilet, why dogs act guilty, reasons dogs hump your leg, and more! Categories include: training puppies, puppy care, dog care and health, veterinary medicine, behavior, puppy training book, dog breeds, dog first aid

THE PERFECT DOG BOOK!More than 78 million pet dogs today are kept in fifty-four million U.S. households. Now, from one of the most trusted dog care authors of the last twenty-five years comes the definitive reference for adopting, keeping, and maintaining a healthy, happy dog. DOG FACTS: The Pet Parent's A-to-Z Home Care Encyclopedia is designed to answer all your questions. How do I choose the right dog? What holistic help and preventive care should I give? Why do dogs act the way they do, and what dog behavior indicates illness? What constitutes an emergency, and how/when can I safely treat my dog with home care and first aid? Inside you'll find: An alphabetical A-to-Z listing, with more than 200 entries and 200+ cute dog photos and illustrations, covering everything from abscesses and hair loss to whipworms and zoonosisCharts that list symptoms for a particular condition, the corresponding home care or first aid, the comparative veterinarian and holistic treatments, and preventive adviceA symptoms/conditions table that helps you identify what ailments might be bothering your dogBreed-At-A-Glance chart to compare personality, looks, care challenges and other issues when choosing your purebred dogA comprehensive, easy-to-use index that makes quick reference a snapContact information for dozens of dog organizations and veterinary resourcesAccessible, yet comprehensive, DOG FACTS can be used with ease and trust. And doesn't your dog deserve the very best?

THE PERFECT CAT BOOK!More than 86 million pet cats today are kept in forty-five million U.S. households. Now, from one of the most trusted cat care authors of the last twenty-five years comes the definitive reference for adopting, keeping, and maintaining a healthy, happy cat. CAT FACTS: The Pet Parent's A-to-Z Home Care Encyclopedia is designed to answer all your questions. How do I choose the right cat? What holistic help and preventive care should I give? Why do cats act the way they do, and what cat behavior indicates illness? What constitutes an emergency, and how/when can I safely treat my cat with home care and first aid? Inside you'll find:An alphabetical A-to-Z listing, with more than 200 entries and 160+ cute cat photos and illustrations, covering everything from abscesses and hairballs to whiskers and zoonosis Charts that list symptoms for a particular condition, the corresponding home care or first aid, the comparative veterinarian and holistic treatments, and preventive advice A poison first aid chart to save your cat's lifeA symptoms/conditions table that helps you identify what ailments might be bothering your cat Breed-At-A-Glance chart to compare personality, looks, care challenges and other issues when choosing your pedigreed cat A comprehensive, easy-to-use index that makes quick reference a snap Contact information for dozens of cat organizations and veterinary resources Accessible, yet comprehensive, CAT FACTS can be used with ease and trust. And doesn't your cat deserve the very best?

Advances in veterinary medicine have nearly doubled how long a dog lives. But old dogs have unique health and emotional needs, senior dog food and nutrition, and aging dog medical care. A longer life means old dogs suffer age-related conditions such as dog cancer, kidney failure in dogs, dog diabetes, arthritis in dogs, stroke in dogs, and dementia in dogs, all of which can be successfully managed with your loving assistance.KUDOS!"Chock-full of lifesaving and life-enhancing facts--but incredibly moving and readable--the book is guaranteed to help your beloved pet live a happier, healthier, fuller life. While this comprehensive and groundbreaking book presents cutting edge medical information, Shojai makes sure that it's proven and practical. Captivating true stories of 'successful agers' will motivate you to make sure you give your pets the best care possible." --Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on Doctor Oz Show, and Good Morning America"Once again Amy has done it! VERY important, useful and valuable information in a concise, easy to read work. Our pets are living longer--and with this interesting and complete book--healthier lives. If you have a middle aged to older pet, this book is a Must Have!" --DR. JIM HUMPHRIES, Veterinarian, Contributing Editor to CBS's The Early Show, and National Veterinary Spokesperson"Need a quick reference? Complete Care for Your Aging Dog provides a practical, easy-to-read guide about health care for the aging dog. If you have an aging dog, this is a 'must read' book. It provides simple question-and-answer treatment of essentials of aging dogs." --Dr. Johnny D. Hoskins, Internist for older dogs and catsAward Winning Book Keeps Your Aging Dog Loving Longer, Living Better!You can teach an old dog new tricks—and give him the best care possible. As dogs age, elderly dogs deserve and require special dog health care to prevent dog problems. COMPLETE CARE FOR YOUR AGING DOG explains how old do dogs live, how old is a “senior dog,” and old dogs health and behavior changes. You’ll find all the must know information about old dogs, dogs illness and dog symptoms, with veterinary advice for keeping your old dog healthy and treating your sick dog if necessary.Complete Care for Your Aging Dog contains the answers you need to care for your old dog. Pet expert Amy Shojai explains:•How to entice your older dog into getting more exercise•What changes to expect as your dog ages—and which changes are natural and which are warning signs that should send you to the veterinarian•Which pet-specific over-the-counter dog medications every owner should keep on hand•How to use the L.O.V.E. Program to keep your dog loving longer and living better•Tips on everything from choosing the right products and dog foods for your aging dog•How to offer old dogs nursing care at home for common old dog conditions•Information about dog symptoms and canine treatments for dog cancer, kidney failure in dogs, dog hypothyroidism, dog diabetes, blind dogs, deaf dogs, dog stroke, doggy diarrhea, canine constipation, urine incontinence, old dogs not eating, and more.Filled with heartwarming stories, the latest developments in treating canine illnesses in old dogs, age-defying tips, and comprehensive reference material, this is the definitive guide to turning back the clock on aging--and keeping senior dogs vital, happy, and active throughout their golden years.Amy Shojai is a certified animal behavior consultant, and appears on Animal Planet's CATS 101 and DOGS 101. She is the author of more than two-dozen award winning pet care books including COMPLETE CARE FOR YOUR AGING CAT.

Advances in veterinary medicine have nearly tripled how long cats live. But old cats have special health and emotional needs, and require senior cat food, and aging cat medical care. A longer life means old cats suffer age-related conditions such as cat kidney failure, kitty diabetes, and feline arthritis, all of which can be successfully managed with your loving assistance.PRAISE for COMPLETE CARE FOR YOUR AGING CAT!"Guaranteed to help your beloved pet live a happier, healthier, fuller life. While this comprehensive and groundbreaking book presents cutting edge medical information, Shojai makes sure that it's proven and practical. Captivating true storeis of 'successful agers' will motivate you to make sure you give your pets the best care possible." --Dr. Marty Becker, resident veterinarian on Good Morning America and best-selling author"Once again Amy has done it! VERY important, useful and valuable information in a concise, easy to read work. Our pets are living longer--and with this interesting and complete book--healthier lives. If you have a middle aged to older pet, this book is a Must Have!" --DR. JIM HUMPHRIES, Contributing Editor to CBS's The Early Show"What a read! Complete Care for Your Aging Cat provides a practical, easy-to-read guide about health care for the aging cat. If you have an aging cat, this is a 'must have' book. It provides simple question-and-answer treatment of essentials of aging cats." --Dr. Johnny D. Hoskins, Internist for older dogs and catsAward Winning Book Keeps Your Aging Cat Loving Longer, Living Better!As cats age, elderly cats deserve and require special cat health care to prevent cat problems. COMPLETE CARE FOR YOUR AGING CAT explains how old do cats live, how old is a “senior cat,” and old cats health and behavior changes. You’ll find all the must know information about old cats, cats illness and cat symptoms, with veterinary advice for keeping your old cat healthy and treating your sick cat if necessary.Complete Care for Your Aging Cat contains the answers you need to care for your mature cat. Pet expert Amy Shojai explains:•How to entice your older cat into getting more exercise•What changes to expect as your cat ages--and which changes are natural and which are warning signs that should send you to the veterinarian•Which pet-specific over-the-counter cat medications every owner should keep on hand•How to use the L.O.V.E. Program to keep your cat loving longer and living better•Tips on everything from choosing the right products and cat foods for your aging cat•How to offer old cats nursing care at home for common old cat conditions•Information about cat symptoms and feline treatments for cat kidney disease, hyperthyroidism in cats, cat urinary tract infection, cats and diabetes, blind cat, deaf cat, cat stroke, feline diarrhea, cat constipation, old cats not eating, litter box problems and more.Filled with heartwarming stories of successful senior citizen cats, the latest developments in treating feline illnesses in old cats, age-defying tips, and comprehensive reference material, this is the definitive guide to turning back the clock on aging--and keeping senior cats vital, happy, and active throughout their golden years.Amy Shojai is a certified animal behavior consultant, and appears on Animal Planet's CATS 101 and DOGS 101. She is the author of more than two-dozen award winning pet care books including COMPLETE CARE FOR YOUR AGING DOG.

Filled with beautiful color photographs of these furry friends, this book reveals virtually everything needed to appreciate this mysterious, lovable companion.“Though a cat may choose to share her affection with a human or two, she will always remain that quixotic mix of unpredictability and individuality that challenges the understanding of the most patient among us. It is as if they know that when they first stepped into the human ring of firelight, they forever altered our history, influencing our religions, our literature, our art—our very lives.” –From the IntroductionChapter One, “Evolutionary Cat,” traces the domestic feline back to the Paleocene Era, then introduces its big cat relatives. Sidebars highlight the fascinating evolutionary differences between big cats and small cats, which clearly explain why the smaller kitties became household favorites. Cats have been both revered and scorned throughout history. Egyptian law protected sacred cats, and the beauty of Egyptian women was measured by their resemblance to the cat. But the cat’s spiritual heyday came to a halt in the Middle Ages, when the Christian church crushed the worship of cat-gods. Yet, in the seventeenth century, cat popularity rose again as the French aristocracy welcomed the cat back into polite society.Chapter Two, “Cultured Cat,” is a survey of artistic homage paid to the cat. From Aesop’s fables to Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, cats have been featured as analogy, metaphor, and hero. From the Egyptians to Leonardo da Vinci and beyond, the cat has been featured in paintings and other media. Notable cat lovers include Winston Churchill, President Lincoln, and President Roosevelt, whose cat, Slippers, often attended White House dinners. Enemies of the cat include Hitler, Alexander the Great, and Napoleon.Chapter Three, “Physical Cat,” is a guide to understanding and caring for your cat. First, each of the cat’s senses and physical attributes are described, to reveal how they see the world. Important cat care issues are discussed, such as whether you should get your cat “fixed” (definitely!) and what ailments your cat is likely to suffer from. Also provided are tips for proper training, advice on when to vaccinate, and information about choosing and caring for kittens.Cat Life closes with a “Gallery of Breeds,” a parade of fascinating cat types with descriptions of their unique personalities and special characteristics. Overflowing with endearing photographs and enlightening, entertaining text, Cat Life is sure to capture the fancy of ailurophiles everywhere.Award-winning author Amy Shojai is one of America’s foremost pet journalists, and the author of more than 30 dog and cat care nonfiction titles, and the pet-centric September & Shadow Thrillers.