Cats Make Great Pets : Howell Book House : 9780764588303 : 0764588303 : 26 Aug 2005 : The book to bring home before you bring home a kitten or a cat! At last??a practical, hands?on guide to help you determine if your family is ready for a kitten or a cat. Cats are usually fairly selfsufficient and wonderfully entertaining, but they do require some attention and care. With loads of information and a fun, family?friendly style, this book provides a realistic understanding of the responsibilities of cat ownership. Information and interactive activities include: Worksheets that help you make informed decisions, keep good records, and more Questions and charts to help you determine if your family is ready for cat ownership, whether to get a kitten or a cat, where to get your pet, and more Checklists covering cat?proofing your home, vaccinations your new pet should have, items you?ll need before bringing your cat home, and other aspects of being a responsible pet "parent" Cat care chore