In this companion to her successful introduction to cat behavior Think Like a Cat , Pam Johnson-Bennett, the award-winning author and feline behaviorist, shows how adding another cat to your home does not have to be the start of a kitty apocalypse. Although cats are often misunderstood as natural loners, Johnson-Bennett shows how to plan, set up, and maintain a home environment that will help multiple cats—and their owners—live in peace. Cat vs. Cat will help readers understand the importance of territory, the specialized communication cats use to establish relationships and hierarchies, and how to interpret the so-called “bad behavior” that leads so many owners to needless frustration. Offering a wealth of information on how to diffuse tension, prevent squabbles and ambushes, blend two families, or help the elder kitty in your family, Cat vs. Cat is a welcome resource for both seasoned and prospective guardians of cat families large and small.
About the Author
Pam Johnson-Bennett is a certified cat behavior consultant and author of 7 other books on cat behavior and training. She is the former vice president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and is the founder/co-chair of the IAABC's cat division. She is a member of the American Humane Association's Advisory Board on Animal Behavior and Training. She is a Professional Member of the Association of Animal Behavior Professionals and the Animal Behavior Management Alliance.
Pam is the behavior expert for Friskies where she writes a weekly blog on their website. You can also find articles and videos on her website, catbehaviorassociates.com
Previously, she was the behavior expert for Yahoo, iVillage and Cat Fancy's Cat Channel. She was also the behavior columnist for Cats Magazine and the Daily Cat.