Washoe County Library System

Learn the cutting-edge science of longevity and the best of integrative veterinary care to achieve a longer, happier life for your cat. Recent advances in longevity science have shed light on the causes of aging and how we can intervene to help our cats live longer, healthier lives than ever before. America’s Favorite Veterinarian, Dr. Gary Richter, guides the reader through everything you can do to increase both life span and “health span”...

"A cat living in a city park follows his destiny downriver and becomes one of the original leaders of the warrior cat Clans"-- "A thrilling stand-alone adventure in Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series! In this Super Edition, discover the origins of the first leader of RiverClan—a mysterious cat whose desire for peace would help shape the dawn of the warrior Clans. When a storm-tossed river sweeps Ripple away from the park...

"Learn to identify every meow, tail swish, and slow blink in this fun, informative, illustrated guide to feline body language, from the author of Doggie Language"-- "Learn to identify every meow, tail swish, and slow blink in this fun, informative, illustrated guide to feline body language, from the author of Doggie Language. Have you ever wanted to know what your cat really thinks? Professional artist Lili Chin explores felines in this whimsical...

"A comprehensive encyclopedia of cats with a fully illustrated guide to 120 breeds and over 1500 photographs This comprehensive book brings together veterinary-approved advice on cat care and a directory of the world’s best-known cat breeds. The book opens with a brief history of the cat and covers every important topic that any responsible owner needs to be aware of. There is advice on buying and choosing a cat, inoculations for kittens,...

"Discover the origins of one of Warriors' fiercest villains in this stand-alone graphic novel set in the world of the #1 bestselling Warriors series���available for the first time in full color! When kittypet Tiny crosses paths with some wild forest cats defending their territory, they leave him with scars���and a bitter, deep-seated grudge. As his reputation grows among the strays and loners that live in the dirty brick alleyways of...

Illustrations and simple text describes a cat's behavior. "Follow a day in the life of an adorable pet cat in this charming board book, the purr-fect read for young readers learning about animals or a favorite family pet. Purr and play the day away with a new feline friend! This adorable board book is a celebration of all things cat. Each whimsical spread invites the littlest readers to experience a day in the life of a house cat, encouraging opportunities...

"Be as curious as a cat with this irresistible companion to Being a Dog by beloved author Maria Gianferrari and #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald. Join a child and their cat as they embrace their curiosity: wandering, exploring, and discovering all day long. This sweet and fun story is sure to spark wonder in readers everywhere. Engaging backmatter includes fascinating facts about cat behavior that will feed readers’ curiosity."-- "Be...

"A never-before-published original work from renowned children's book duo Alice and Martin Provensen, which invites into the mystery that is Max the cat! A Publishers Weekly 2023 Summer Read, with starred reviews from Kirkus and PW! In this picture book from the Provensens’ archives, the unforgettable Max, who appears in many of the Provensens' picture books, takes center stage. Wherever Max goes, mischief is sure to follow! He spends his days...

Four young cats with wings leave the city slums in search of a safe place to live, finally meeting two children with kind hands. ''A litter of winged kittens flee the city for the countryside in this first "small gem of a book" (Publishers Weekly) in legendary author Ursula K. Le Guin's bestselling Catwings chapter book series, now with a new look! Mrs. Jane Tabby can't explain why her four kittens - Thelma, Roger, James, and Harriet - were born...

"Nat the Cat must take a bath. But first, he wants his toys. Then he won't get in the tub without bubbles. And of course, he'll need a towel. As Nat the Cat keeps coming up with excuses to not get in the bath, the narrator can't help but wonder if he's hiding something--like a fear of water"--