Good Cat! - (Howell Cat Book of Distinction) by Shirlee Kalstone (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Stop punishing your cat and start praising him instead!

Your cat is by nature a clean, fastidious creature--so why has he stopped using the litter box? And what can you do to get him back on track? This book gives you the inside scoop on litter box protocol and how to better understand your cat's needs so you can nip problems in the bud--or prevent them before they start.

Good Cat! outlines a step-by-step retraining program for your cat that clearly explains:
* How to pinpoint the cause of the problem
* Why punishing your cat isn't the answer
* The pros and cons of various types of litter and litter boxes
* How to teach your cat litter box basics
* The best methods for removing odors and stains
* How to introduce change without upsetting your cat

Your cat is trying to tell you something when he rejects the litter box. With this book, you'll discover how to respond properly--so you can say Good Cat!

From the Back Cover

"Sandra Fekete's book will boost your company's bottom line with her insightful step-by-step approach to divine and refine the personality of your organization."
-Robert Spector, author, The Nordstrom Way and Amazon.com: Get Big Fast

Every company has its own preferred way of doing business, and leaders must recognize and work within those parameters to achieve success. Companies Are People, Too is a revolutionary program that helps you as a business leader get to know the core personality of your company in order to take your performance to a higher level. Equipped with a sense of who your company is, you can ease organizational change, attract and retain employees, articulate company-wide values, and send consistent messages.

Companies Are People, Too contains an 84-item questionnaire designed to assess the innate strengths, growth opportunities, character, and values of your company. It also offers a prescriptive plan for allowing your company to thrive according to its own set of values and preferences. What you learn about your company will help you strengthen your brand, differentiate yourself from the competition, and fix problematic areas.

Research suggests that eight in ten CEOs hold a far different perception of their company's character than their employees and customers do. In fact, those at the top of the corporate ladder rarely see the full picture, which is why this diagnostic program is so useful in showing business leaders a true portrait of their company.

The book is presented in three sections that accomplish three tasks. The "Discover" section introduces the theories on which the system is based and presents the questionnaire you'll use. The "Articulate" section guides you through the process of creating your company's persona, and defining its core vision, mission, and values. Lastly, the "Live" section provides examples and ideas to help you make decisions and enact changes that fit with your company's unique personality. Companies Are People, Too is a simple, effective business tool that aligns an organization with its core personality for spectacular results.

About the Author

SHIRLEE KALSTONE has been a breeder and owner of cats and dogs for nearly forty years. She is the author of twelve books on pets, including Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference, Third Edition (Howell), How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days, The Common Sense Book of Kitten and Cat Care, and The Common Sense Book of Puppy and Dog Care.