How to Pet a Cat - by Angela Staehling (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Happy cat, happy life. Cats have quite a few opinions, but with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful diagrams, this book will teach you how-and how not-to illicit approving purrs, mews, and chirps. From "The Booty Lift Pet" to the "I Need That Catnip on My Desk Yesterday Pet," learn all the best tips and tricks to be the person your cat wants you to be"--

Book Synopsis

Keep your cat happy and pet them right with this cute and handy illustrated guide!

Cats have quite a few opinions, but with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful diagrams, this book will teach you how--and how not--to elicit approving purrs, mews, and chirps. From "The Booty Lift Pet" to the "I Need That Catnip on My Desk Yesterday Pet," learn over 20 tips and tricks to be the person your cat wants you to be. With bonus insights into cat sounds, body language, and more--as well as charming, full-color illustrations--this fun, lighthearted book will delight cat lovers of all kinds!

FUNNY AND RELATABLE: Everyone who has tried to pet a cat has experienced most if not all of these silly and sweet scenarios.

SWEET AND EDUCATIONAL: While quirky, this book is still informative and educational. You may learn a thing or two, like why your cat loves having their face pet but will leave the room if you try to give their belly a rub.

CUTE GIFT: With endearing illustrations and tongue-in-cheek advice, this is a wonderful gift for any cat owner or cat lover!

Perfect for:

- Cat lovers
- Holiday and birthday gift shoppers
- Those looking for a silly pick-me-up and something cute
- For fans of How to Tell if Your Cat is Plotting to Kill You, I Could Pee on This, and Herding Cats

Review Quotes

"The instructions are accurate but also tongue-in-cheek ('You may be forced to give up other activities so you can stay home and pet your cat more, ') but it's the artwork that really makes this book utterly delightful. The illustrations are absolutely wonderful and you can't help but smile your way through the entire book."

- The Conscious Cat

About the Author

Angela Staehling is an illustrator, author, and surface designer who works on projects for clients like Target, Macy's, Smithsonian Store, Pier 1 Imports, and Kohl's. She designs her own collections of dinnerware, stationery, textiles and other home decor product lines. When not illustrating, Angela enjoys spending time with her cats, gardening, and traveling. She draws much of her inspiration from the great outdoors and delights in playing with new art mediums and styles. She is based in St. Louis, Missouri.