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| how long do runt cats live: Rudy the Runt Renee Riva, 2006-07 In this heartwarming adventure, Rudy the Runt will capture the hearts of children, while teaching the virtues of compassion, mercy, and friendship. Voted World's Best Runt Tale by The Rodent Times Review.Little Rudy can't imagine anything better than living in the Guatemala City Dump; a rodent's paradise full of tasty treats, a Barbie mansion with a pool, and his own fire truck. Unfortunately, life isn't so good for children living nearby in makeshift shacks. For kids like eleven-year-old Lupe, it's all about survival.When the young Guatemalan girl rescues Rudy from the dump bully; a tomcat named Jigsaw, Rudy repays her kindness by finding treasures she can sell and trade for food.Rudy comes up with many clever and comical ways to outwit Jigsaw, who would like nothing better than to turn Rudy into a little mouse pull-a-part.Surfing, skurfing, and playing in a Calypso-go-go band, are only a few of the highlights on Rudy's mercy mission beach get-a-way. All is well-until Jigsaw shows up on the scene.The discovery of a beach treasure could change everything for Lupe's family. But can Rudy trick Jigsaw into helping him pull off the most important mission of his life?Based on a true story-kind of. |
| how long do runt cats live: Lost Cat Mary Gaitskill, 2020-07 'Last year I lost my cat Gattino. He was very young, at seven months barely an adolescent. He is probably dead but I don't know for certain.' |
| how long do runt cats live: Land of the Living Nicci French, 2003-02-01 Kidnapped, gagged, and held in an airless shed by some unknown assailant, Abbie Devereaux has somehow managed to survive her ordeal and escape. |
| how long do runt cats live: Cleo Helen Brown, 2010 Helen Brown wasn't a cat person, but her nine-year-old son Sam was. So when Sam heard a woman telling his mum that her cat had just had kittens, Sam pleaded to go and see them. Helens heart melted as Sam held one of the kittens in his hands with a look of total adoration. In a trice the deal was done - the kitten would be delivered when she was big enough to leave her mother. A week later, Sam was run over and killed. And not long after, a little black kitten was delivered to the grieving family. Totally traumatised by Sams death, Helen had forgotten all about the new arrival. After all, that was back in another universe when Sam was alive. Helen was ready to send the kitten back, but Sams younger brother, Rob, wanted to keep her, identifying with the tiny black kitten whod also lost her brothers. When Rob stroked her fur, it was the first time Helen had seen him smile since Sams death. There was no choice: the kitten - dubbed Cleo - had to stay. Kitten or not, there seemed no hope of becoming a normal family again. But Cleos zest for life slowly taught the traumatised family to laugh. She went on to become the uppity high priestess of Helens household, vetoing her new men, terrifying visiting dogs and building a special bond with Rob, his sister Lydia, Helen - and eventually a baby daughter. Cleo: How an uppity cat helped heal a family is a warm and often funny book about love, loss and redemption. Its also a book about a small black feline who helped mend a familys broken hearts by sheer force of her cat personality. |
| how long do runt cats live: Tiny But Mighty Hannah Shaw, 2019-08-06 *A New York Times Bestseller* #1 National Bestseller Indie Bestseller From Kitten Lady, the professional kitten rescuer, humane educator, animal advocate, and owner of the popular Instagram @kittenxlady comes the definitive book on saving the most vulnerable—and adorable—feline population: newborn kittens. Hannah Shaw, better known as Kitten Lady, has dedicated her life to saving the tiniest felines, but one doesn't have to be a professional kitten rescuer to change—and save—lives. In Tiny but Mighty, Hannah not only outlines the dangers newborn kittens face and how she combats them, but how you can help every step of the way, from fighting feline overpopulation on the streets to fostering unweaned kittens, from combating illness to combating compassion fatigue, from finding a vet to finding the purrfect forever home. Filled with information on animal welfare, instructional guides, and personal rescue stories of kittens like Chloe, Tidbit, Hank, and Badger—not to mention hundreds of adorable kitten photos—Tiny but Mighty is the must-have kitten book for cat lovers, current-and-future rescuers, foster parents, activists, and advocates. |
| how long do runt cats live: Think Like a Cat Pam Johnson-Bennett, 2011-09-27 America's favorite cat behavior expert, author of Catwise and Cat vs. Cat, offers the most complete resource for cat owners of all stripes, now fully updated. The queen of cat behavior - Steve Dale, author of My Pet World Think it's impossible to train a cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is. Whether you are a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet kitten, or the frustrated companion of a feline whose driving you crazy, Pam Johnson-Bennett will help you understand what makes your cat tick (as well as scratch and purr). Topics range from where to get a cat to securing a vet; from basic health care to treating more serious problems; choosing an inrresistible scratching post and avoiding litterbox problems. A comprehensive guide to cat care and training, she helps you understand the instincts that guide feline behavior. Using behavior modification and play therapy techniques, she shares successful methods that will help you and your cat build a great relationship. |
| how long do runt cats live: Prowl L. E. Henderson, 2021-05-16 She escaped slavery. But freedom will be more difficult than she can imagine. As the runt of her litter Mitalla—a member of a feline species—has always survived through her cunning. It was through cunning that she escaped a brutal slave camp alive, even after all her siblings perished. Now, she dreams of building a free life in a new city where she can put her past behind her. But everywhere she looks, her species is viewed as dangerous and inferior. With no safe place to hide, she ends up working as a thief for the dark mage Sebastian, who has illegal feline slaves of his own: a mother and her young daughter who become her new friends. Being forced to rob houses is bad enough. But watching Sebastian mistreat her new housemates is the worst torture of all. Once again Mitalla feels enslaved. But during her darkest hour, she glimpses a path to hope. She learns about a sacred journal, one whose secrets have the power to topple the king and end his cruel policy of feline enslavement once and for all. But to liberate her new friends and her species, she must find the journal. Risking her life by defying Sebastian, she embarks on a dangerous quest for power. But to get her prize, she could lose everything—her friends, her identity and even her life. Prowl is a fantasy novel and Book 2 of the Bastis Archives series. If you like page-turning suspense, characters who feel like friends, and soulful cats, you will love this book by L.E. Henderson. Download the book today. |
| how long do runt cats live: Barking at a Fox-Fur Coat Donald Davis, 2005-12-27 Collects favorite stories from the author's family of North Carolina storytellers, including Uncle Frank Learns to Speak Polish, Little Buchanan Outruns the Law, and Uncle Gudger's First Pet |
| how long do runt cats live: Tales of an 8-Bit Kitten: Lost in the Nether Cube Kid, 2018-09-18 Eeebs isn't a very disciplined kitten. His mom warned him not to play in the forest, but he didn't listen. That's how he found himself in the Nether, a bizarre world inhabited by scary creatures. In the company of a ghast, almost cheerful witch, Eeebs develops supernatural powers. Will this be enough to fight against Endernova's army, the Enderman, who want to rule over the Overworld? In order to save his friends, Eeebs must become the champion of the Nether, as the prophecy of The Chosen One tells . . . |
| how long do runt cats live: At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins Nell Speed, 2023-10-05 Nell Speed's 'At Boarding School with the Tucker Twins' explores the adventures of two lively siblings as they navigate the challenges of boarding school life in a quaint English countryside setting. Written in a charming and engaging style, Speed captures the essence of childhood mischief and camaraderie, making the book a delightful read for both young readers and adults alike. The lively dialogues and vivid descriptions bring the characters and setting to life, providing a glimpse into the bygone era of early 20th century boarding schools. The book is a blend of humor, heartwarming moments, and valuable life lessons, making it a timeless classic in children's literature. |
| how long do runt cats live: The Ultimate Edge Tina Thomas, 2014-02-01 Save time, money, and heartache. A one-stop shop for self-improvement. “This book can be a great help to those ready for transformation.” —Bernie S. Siegel, MD, #1 New York Times–bestselling author Combining the art and science of over thirty years of Dr. Tina Thomas’ experience as a gestalt therapist, this book gives you the tools to the “fire” of your personal problems rather than dealing with all the psychoanalytical “smoke.” Issues with work, goal achievement, anxiety, stress, depression, relationships? The Ultimate Edge gives you an edge in life by explaining how your brain creates your mental maps that initially protect you but ultimately can sabotage your life. You will learn how to change those mental maps so that, as far as your brain is concerned, you have an alternate past, which by default creates an alternate present and future, filled with liberating possibilities. Additionally, you will learn about the seven most misunderstood emotions and how to utilize them to your advantage. Finally, you will learn how to get your RAS in gear. The reticular activating system is a filter in the brain that, once activated, helps you to achieve your goals quickly and dynamically. More than an owner’s manual for your brain, The Ultimate Edge is a guidebook to more peace, passion, and power than you ever imagined! “A book that transcends advice and self-help books. It is a part of the realm of books that can genuinely assist the reader to do more than lose weight or dress better. It provides a roadmap to greater stability in life and provides readers with something that can aid them in accomplishing larger, life-changing goals.” —Dennis Boyles, former editor of Men’s Health magazine |
| how long do runt cats live: Girls and Their Cats BriAnne Wills, 2019-08-20 Girls and Their Cats showcases 50 strong, independent, and artistic women who take the world in stride with their beloved felines. This stunning book redefines what it means to be a cat lady through striking portraits and engaging profiles of each woman and her cat—or cats. Interspersed throughout are amusing lists any cat lady will find relatable, from How to Catproof Your Home to The Chorus of Cat Sounds, as well as an adoption resource guide and a list of rescue organizations in the United States and Canada. • Includes heartwarming stories about each woman and her furry friend, as well as fun facts • Celebrates the powerful bond between a girl and her cat, proving that we need them just as much as they need us • Based on the popular Instagram @girlsandtheircats, which has been featured on Buzzfeed, Refinery29, The Daily Mail, and more For the authors—BriAnne Wills, New York City fashion and beauty photographer, and Elyse Moody, senior editor at Martha Stewart Living—the crazy cat lady stereotype is a myth. Girls and Their Cats includes inspirational ladies like Hannah Shaw, founder of the neonatal kitten rescue project Kitten Lady, Christene Barberich, cofounder of Refinery29, and Alyssa Mastromonaco, Crooked Media podcast host and reproductive rights activist. • Great for cat lovers, feminists, fashion enthusiasts, photography buffs, interior designers, and anyone who loves a good animal-human friendship • Features a vibrant cover and a gorgeous faux-suede spine, making it a beautiful coffee table book or deluxe gift • Add it to the shelf with books like Shop Cats of New, The French Cat, Tiny But Mighty, The Lion in Your Living Room, and In the Company of Women: Inspiration and Advice from over 100 Makers, Artists, and Entrepreneurs by Grace Bonney |
| how long do runt cats live: MELLO JELLO MAGOO Kelley Mullins, 2023-12-07 Follow a young couple, as they grapple with both comical and dramatic events their new pet brings plus the emotional and financial realities about owning pets. This book explores concepts on pet sharing for modern times. Your love is priceless, can pet sharing be in your future? The Pet Sharing Revolution, you heard it first right here! |
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| how long do runt cats live: The World Is Still Your Litter Box Quasi (Typed by Steve Fisher), 2010-04-30 Another cute cat book, you say? Look closer. In fact, The World Is STILL Your Litter Box is a how-to manual FOR cats, written by one of their own (Quasi), and loaded with information to help make a cats life even more pleasant, entertaining and enjoyable. Like Quasis first book, The World Is Your Litter Box, The World Is STILL Your Litter Box is edgy, laugh-out-loud funny, loaded with cat attitude, and underscored by the combative, yet loving relationship between Quasi and his human, Steve. The World Is STILL Your Litter Box is a must-have for all cats and the humans who love them. |
| how long do runt cats live: Life Is One Big To-Do List Terri Lee Ryan, 2010-08-06 Written with hope, candor and a biting sense of humor, Terri Lee Ryan utilizes her life experiences as a platform in, Life Is One Big To-Do List: A Woman's Life After 40. Offering advice and solace in dealing with women's daily to-do lists - including managing time-consuming mates, needy parents, a demoralizing divorce, job lay-offs and the aging process - she urges women to start living for themselves, not for others. Ryan shares her life and other women's lives at an age when their hormones are diminishing faster than they can take estrogen, their career options are dwindling, and the cellulite on the backs of their legs is multiplying faster than a virus! Ryan addresses the small and the not-so-small daily challenges women encounter that make them just want to hide under the covers instead of deal with life. Fun, honest and pertinent, this is a must-read for women over forty. |
| how long do runt cats live: Cats Magazine , 1955 America's oldest cat publication. |
| how long do runt cats live: I Love Him More Valerie Phillips, 2022-03-25 Before kindergarten, Nick Phillips was a funny, happy child. He loved to jump off the couch or bed and land in splits, loved trucks and trains, and could play in the dirt or rocks all day long. Then, in kindergarten, his handwriting suddenly worsened. One day he lost his balance, and after that everything worsened daily. Seven agony-filled weeks later, the horrific diagnosis came: adrenoleukodystrophy. The name for the disease is an ugly word, but the illness itself is a million times uglier. I Love Him More tells Nick’s story and that of his family—a tale of hope, peace, perseverance, and ultimate victory. It follows him from the beginning, through his diagnosis and life with the disease to his passing at the age of twenty-three. This personal narrative and testimony shares a young man’s love for his family and his Heavenly Father, his family’s love for him, and God’s love for them all and for all of you. If you are suffering, you can find encouragement and warmth in the love presented here and know that you are never alone in this life. |
| how long do runt cats live: Antonio the Campground Cat Lorraine Petitti, 2020-10-13 Antonio is a loving cat with many friends in the campground. However, his life is made miserable by a bully cat named Rocco who verbally abuses him daily. This story tells of friendship with some unlikely friends such as the dumpster rats Milt and Ricky and others who come to his defense. This is also a story of Antonio's self-growth as the wise cat from next door advises him on caring about himself and being assertive. This story deals with a serious topic in today's society and is emotionally touching with some humor. |
| how long do runt cats live: Shop Cats of New York Tamar Arslanian, 2016-11-01 Humans of New York meets The French Cat in this carefully cultivated, gorgeous full-color collection featuring New York’s iconic felines and the stories behind them. They inhabit New York City’s most legendary and coziest spots—the Algonquin Hotel, a whiskey distillery, Bleecker Street Records, and a host of yoga studios, bodegas, bookstores, and bike shops in between. True New Yorkers—masters of people watching—they perch on wine crates, piles of books, and a classic hotel countertop, taking in the activity around them. Depending on their mood, these cats will ignore enthusiastic admirers, offer a few delightful purrs, or occasionally even take a swipe. Some even find a mouse or two to chase. Shop Cats of New York introduces forty of New York’s favorite felines—all who have an extraordinary story to tell. Popular cat blogger Tamar Arslanian and Instagram pet photographer Andrew Marttila capture these deeply loved and well cared for animals in their city habitat and reveal how they came to reign over their urban kingdoms. A celebration of some of the city’s most revered citizens and a unique look at New York life, this enchanting illustrated volume is a must for every cat lover, and every Big Apple devotee. |
| how long do runt cats live: Branching Out and Taking Risks in the 1980s Lynne Gross, 2018-05-09 Summary: Branching Out and Taking Risks in the 1980s includes 72 illustrated stories, sprung from the pages of the author's diaries, which she has kept since she was 10 years old. Most of the stories are based in the Los Angeles area of California while others are located in countries where she taught or consulted. They incorporate historical facts and sociological commentary on such subjects as: advisory boards, aerospace, Alaska, anniversaries, associations, Australia, awards, cable TV, cars, China, Europe, food, friends, Guyana, houses, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Olympics, parties, South Africa, Swaziland, teaching, traveling, TV Academy, TV production, universities, weddings, women's issues, and writing. |
| how long do runt cats live: A Lifetime Spent Doing What I Loved to Do! Thomas Hamm, 2008 As I mention in the prologue of the book, a man who was my mentor once said to me. Tommy the easiest thing in the world to do is make a buck. You can shine shoes, deliver news papers, stack groceries and many other mundane things. But the hardest thing in this world to do is make a buck doing what you love to do. Hence the title of this book. I have been lucky enough to be able to make a buck doing what I loved to do in four careers. First, being in World War II. Second, performing in show business and being involved in the beginning of Television. Third, creating music for the advertising business and fourth, retiring and enjoying the sights in this big beautiful world of ours. By remembering many of the amusing things that happened and be able to pass them on to you readers, fulfills my purpose in writing this autobiography. |
| how long do runt cats live: Fudoki Kij Johnson, 2004-10-01 In her skillful debut novel, Kij Johnson took the classic Japanese myth of the fox who dared to become a woman to win true love and created The Fox Woman, a luminous, lyrical tale of love, desire, joy, and the nature of the soul. Set in the same universe as The Fox Woman, this time Kij Johnson takes on another animal totem and enters the world of the creature who comes to be known as Kagaya-hime, a sometime woman warrior, occasional philosopher, and reluctant confidante to noblemen. And who may or may not be the figment of the imagination of an aging empress who is embarking on the last journey of her life, setting aside the trappings of court life and reminiscing as she follows the paths that are leading her to the nunnery and death. Fudoki is the tale of a being who starts her journey on the kami, or spirit road, as a humble-if ever a being such as a Cat can be humble-small tortoiseshell feline. She has seen her family destroyed by a fire that decimated most of the Imperial city. This loss renders her taleless, the only one left alive to pass on such stories as The Cat Born the Year the Star Fell, the Cat with a Litter of Ten, the Fire-Tailed Cat. Without her fudoki-self and soul and home and shrine-she cannot keep the power of her clan together. And she cannot join another fudoki because, although she might be able to win a place within another clan, to do so would mean that she would cease to be herself. So a small cat begins an extraordinary journey. Along the way she will attract the attention of old and ancient powers, including gods who are curious about this creature newly come to Japan's shores, and who choose to give the tortoiseshell a human shape. And who set her on a new kami road, where Kagaya-hime will have to choose a way to find what happiness she can. Weaving a haunting story of one being's transformation and journey of discovery with the telling of another's long life set against the backdrop of the courtly rituals of Imperial power, Kij Johnson has written a powerful novel about the nature of freedom and the redemptive power of transformation--if only one is brave enough to risk it all. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. |
| how long do runt cats live: The Meaning of Meow Pamela Weintraub, 2020-04-21 Some of the world's top experts, including devoted veterinarians, open a window into the minds of our feline freinds. Cats have become so beloved in recent years that some 75 million live in American homes as family pets. Another quarter million are community cats, increasingly serving us in barns, breweries, warehouses and more to keep rodents and other unwanted wildlife under control. Yet the cat has often seemed mysterious—compared to dogs, our cats can feel bit more aloof and difficult to truly “get.” But new research into our feline friends now reveals their love for us, their secret language, including accents and dialects, and their inner depths. In a series of engaging stories featuring the world’s top experts, veterinarians and pet-owners themselves, this premium book opens a window into the minds of our feline friends. Among the features: How to raise a kitten to become a great cat; how to understand your cat's purrs, meows and body language; how to teach your cat tricks; and how to rescue a stranded cat and make it your own. A bonus feature covers favorite breeds and the advantages each confers. |
| how long do runt cats live: The Secret Romantic's Book of Magic Kelley Armstrong, Tasha Suri, A.G. Slatter, A.C. Wise, Melissa Marr, Megan Bannen, Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Eliza Chan, Marie O'Regan, Paul Kane, Olivie Blake, 2025-06-24 Enemies become lovers, rivalry turns to romance, and convenient marriages create true love in these 12 addictive Romantasy tales. Featuring Olivie Blake, Kelley Armstrong, Katherine Arden, Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Tasha Suri, Melissa Marr and more. Fall in love with these twelve gorgeous Romantasy stories from bestselling and beloved authors. Lost lovers return for a second chance – but what are their motives? Academic rivals compete for a prestigious position, but their sizzling chemistry might get in the way. A monster slayer posing as an unwitting sacrifice meets an intriguingly moral prince. From relationships caught in disparate timelines to ghostly ballrooms and dragons that need rescuing from princesses, this anthology gives you an inventive new spin on all your favorite tropes, and much more that you’ve never seen before. FEATURING BRAND-NEW STORIES FROM: Olivie Blake A. G. Slatter Tasha Suri Katherine Arden Kelley Armstrong Hannah N. Maehrer Melissa Marr Megan Bannen Kelly Andrew Kamilah Cole A. C. Wise Eliza Chan |
| how long do runt cats live: The Gods in the Jungle Rik Roots, 2010-03-17 The jungle city of Bassakesh holds the keys to the future of the Vreski Empire; it is the sole source of the valuable Vedegga dye.Delesse, the Governor's daughter, is marrying Loken, heir to one of the most powerful Clans in the Empire.When plague disrupts the wedding plans, Delesse, with her friends, has to fight to save the city, punish its enemies, and marry the man she loves. |
| how long do runt cats live: My Beloved Monster Caleb Carr, 2024-04-16 AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “The most brilliant feline portrait in literary history.” –People Magazine (Book of the Week) The #1 bestselling author of The Alienist tells the extraordinary story of Masha, a half-wild rescue cat who fought off a bear, tackled Caleb like a linebacker—and bonded with him as tightly as any cat and human possibly can. “Dares us to take a journey into love and pain . . . My Beloved Monster is a love story and a requiem.” –Wall Street Journal “Excellent…Worth the emotional investment, and the tissues you will need by the end, to spend time with a writer and cat duo as extraordinary as Masha and Carr.” —Washington Post Book World Caleb Carr has had special relationships with cats since he was a young boy in a turbulent household, famously peopled by the founding members of the Beat Generation, where his steadiest companions were the adopted cats that lived with him both in the city and the country. As an adult, he has had many close feline companions, with relationships that have outlasted most of his human ones. But only after building a three-story home in rural, upstate New York did he enter into the most extraordinary of all of his cat pairings: Masha, a Siberian Forest cat who had been abandoned as a kitten, and was languishing in a shelter when Caleb met her. She had hissed and fought off all previous carers and potential adopters, but somehow, she chose Caleb as her savior. For the seventeen years that followed, Caleb and Masha were inseparable. Masha ruled the house and the extensive, dangerous surrounding fields and forests. When she was hurt, only Caleb could help her. When he suffered long-standing physical ailments, Masha knew what to do. Caleb’s life-long study of the literature of cat behavior, and his years of experience with previous cats, helped him decode much of Masha’s inner life. But their bond went far beyond academic studies and experience. The story of Caleb and Masha is an inspiring and life-affirming relationship for readers of all backgrounds and interests—a love story like no other. |
| how long do runt cats live: Evolutionary Psychology Brett Pelham, 2018-09-14 Evolutionary Psychology: Genes, Environments, and Time is an extremely student-friendly textbook that explores with depth all the central topics in evolutionary psychology, integrating perspectives from psychology, ethology, evolutionary biology, anthropology, and zoology. This is a uniquely written text that combines humour and thoughtful scholarship, examining the major theoretical perspectives and delivering an entertaining read to students. Drawing upon cutting-edge research and case studies as well as paying appropriate attention to important technical concepts, author Brett Pelham delivers a keenly analytical approach to the subject. In addition to covering traditional topics, Evolutionary Psychology also explores the frequently overlooked topics of parenting, culture, life history theory, and applied evolutionary psychology. This textbook is apt for undergraduate students taking courses in psychology and anthropology. |
| how long do runt cats live: Dog Diaries Betsy Byars, Betsy Duffey, Laurie Myers, 2007-05 At the first annual meeting of WOOF--Words Of Our Friends--assorted dogs preserve their heritage by sharing tales of canines throughout history, including Abu, who ruled all of Egypt except for one pesky cat, and Zippy, who simply must find the squeaky toy. |
| how long do runt cats live: The Nine Lives of Jacob Tibbs Cylin Busby, 2017-02-07 For fans of Katherine Applegate’s The One and Only Ivan comes the swashbuckling story of a little cat’s high seas adventures, now available as a Yearling paperback. Captain Natick does not want to take a kitten on board his ship as it sets sail, but his daughter convinces him that the scrawny yellow cat will bring him good luck. Onto the ship the kitten goes, and so begins the adventurous, cliff-hanging, lucky life of Jacob Tibbs, who must learn how to hunt rats, brave a mutiny, survive on a desert island, and, most importantly, navigate the tricky waters of shipboard life, no matter where the waves may take him. “Original, surprisingly intense. . . . A beautiful piece of writing.” —Holly Goldberg Sloan, New York Times bestselling author of Counting by 7s “Rarely does a book come along that I finish and think, ‘This is going to be a classic.’” —Jo Knowles, author of See You at Harry’s “Emotional resonance and chockablock seafaring adventures combined with coming-of-age themes take this over the top. . . . An outstanding choice.” —SLJ, starred review “Busby has created a story that will enthrall fans of animal fantasy.” —Booklist, starred review “In addition to giving Jacob an engaging narrative voice, Busby fills the novel with nautical lore and lingo, making Jacob’s journey one to savor.” —Publishers Weekly “An absorbing historical coming-of-age adventure.” —Kirkus Reviews |
| how long do runt cats live: Pepper the Magic Tortie Cat - Book 1 - The Golden Key JUNE TRIANA-SCHIADA, 2022-04-21 ine-year-old Celeste Bowman has moved to Blessing, Texas. The relocation is not what she wanted; it’s what her parents wanted! She hates the country and is miserable and alone until she adopts an amazing tiny kitten that she names Pepper. This little feline becomes her only company until a little bit of magic changes everything. Pepper seems to have a hand at many unexpected events in her life, including bringing Elena and Celeste together. This new best friend helps Celeste adjust to her environment. With the strength of friendship and her cherished pet’s love, Celeste overcomes challenges at school and home. Celeste realizes that she can make a difference in other people’s lives. This illustrated chapter book from June Triana-Schiada shows that finding your own voice and a true friend in this world is magic all its own. |
| how long do runt cats live: Familiar Science and Fancier's Journal , 1878 |
| how long do runt cats live: Triumphs of Experience George E. Vaillant, 2012-10-30 At a time when people are living into their tenth decade, the longest longitudinal study of human development ever undertaken offers welcome news for old age: our lives evolve in our later years and often become more fulfilling. Among the surprising findings: people who do well in old age did not necessarily do so well in midlife, and vice versa. |
| how long do runt cats live: The Complete Guide to Understanding & Caring for Your Cat Carole C. Wilbourn, 2007 Cat therapist Carole Wilbourn spends her life helping owners understand their feline s day to day needs, so that human and animal can relate in a way that promotes the well-being of both. Drawing on Wilbourn s years of experience, The Complete Guide to Understanding & Caring for Your Cat presents her methods for treating the total cat, and nurturing it emotionally, behaviorally, and physically. Each chapter deals with an aspect of cat behavior and health in an easy-to-follow and accessible question and answer format, including Exercise and the Great Outdoors, Claws vs. Furniture, Emotions, and Choice and Introduction of a Companion for Your Cat. From grooming to litter box problems, this guide covers just about any concern or situation that might arise. |
| how long do runt cats live: Toes Tor Seidler, 2006-02-21 Tor Seidler's sweet and humorous story about Toes, the runt of a litter of cats who is born with seven toes on each paw. Intelligent and aptly named, Toes has seven toes on each foot. The other kittens, fearing his condition might be contagious, refuse to play with him. So one night, a lonely Toes runs away. He takes refuge in a strange basement, where a struggling musician named Sebastian eventually finds him. As he grapples with his own insecurities as a violinist, Sebastian learns from Toes that the most beautiful duet can be the one made by true friendship. National Book Award finalist Tor Seidler once again introduces an endearing animal who will live in readers' hearts forever. |
| how long do runt cats live: Joe Gould's Secret Joseph Mitchell, 2016-01-26 The story of a notorious New York eccentric and the journalist who chronicled his life: “A little masterpiece of observation and storytelling” (Ian McEwan). Joseph Mitchell was a cornerstone of the New Yorker staff for decades, but his prolific career was shattered by an extraordinary case of writer’s block. For the final thirty-two years of his life, Mitchell published nothing. And the key to his silence may lie in his last major work: the biography of a supposed Harvard grad turned Greenwich Village tramp named Joe Gould. Gould was, in Mitchell’s words, “an odd and penniless and unemployable little man who came to this city in 1916 and ducked and dodged and held on as hard as he could for over thirty-five years.” As Mitchell learns more about Gould’s epic Oral History—a reputedly nine-million-word collection of philosophizing, wanderings, and hearsay—he eventually uncovers a secret that adds even more intrigue to the already unusual story of the local legend. Originally written as two separate pieces (“Professor Sea Gull” in 1942 and then “Joe Gould’s Secret” twenty-two years later), this magnum opus captures Mitchell at his peak. As the reader comes to understand Gould’s secret, Mitchell’s words become all the more haunting. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Joseph Mitchell including rare images from the author’s estate. |
| how long do runt cats live: A Letter to My Cat Lisa Erspamer, 2014-10-28 The follow-up to A Letter to My Dog takes on cats, with celebrities writing letters of love and gratitude to their beloved pet felines. Alluring, elusive, mysterious—the cats in our lives are not always easy to get to know. But as with all pets, they have unique personalities and stories to tell. Alongside beautiful four-color photos of their cats, A Letter to My Cat collects personal letters from celebrities offering love and gratitude for all that their cats bring to their lives. |
| how long do runt cats live: Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine #13 Gary Lovisi, Arthur Conan Doyle, Hal Charles, William E. Chambers, 2014-01-01 Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine returns with its May/June 2014 issue, presenting the best in modern and classic mystery fiction! Included this time are the usual columns by Lenny Picker and Mrs Hudson, plus the following stories: Living The Lie, by Marc Bilgrey The Adventure of the Sherlock Holmes Chocolate Cards, by Gary Lovisi A Most Valuable Institution, by Dan Andriacco A Cold Place to Die, by J.P. Seewald The Shocking Affair of the Steamship Friesland, by Jack Grochot Killing Sam Clemens, by William Burton McCormick A Fresh Start, by Janice Law The Ruba Rombic Robberies, by Gary Lovisi Only the Dead, by Gordon Linzner Rationalist Femme: Punitive Justice, by William E. Chambers The Woman, by Mackenzie Clarkes Reflection of Guilt, by Laird Long The Adventure of the Nine Hole League, by William E. Chambers The Speckled Bandanna, by Hal Charles The Adventure of the Dying Detective, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine is produced under license from Conan Doyle Estate Ltd. |
| how long do runt cats live: Don't Forget Your Umbrella Carlene Ness, 2003-10 |
| how long do runt cats live: Canine and Feline Behavioral Therapy Benjamin L. Hart, Lynette A. Hart, 1985 |
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The adjective long describes something that stretches over a large distance. If you're trying to avoid a prolonged …
LONG Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
How to use long in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Long. extending for a considerable distance; having greater length than usual; having greater height than usual : tall…
LONG | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
LONG definition: 1. continuing for a large amount of time: 2. being a distance between two points that is more than…. Learn more.
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LONG definition in American English | Collins English Dictionary
If you describe a period of time or work as long, you mean it lasts for more hours or days than is usual, or seems to last for more time than it actually does.
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The adjective long describes something that stretches over a large distance. If you're trying to avoid a prolonged visit with your crazy Aunt Martha, you might decide to take the long way to …
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Definition of long adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. measuring or covering a great length or distance, or a greater length or distance than usual. She had long dark hair. …
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Having the greater length of two or the greatest length of several: the long edge of the door. 2. Of relatively great duration: a long time. 3. Of a specified linear extent or duration: a mile long; an …
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lasting a considerable length of time: a long story; a long trip. extending, lasting, measuring, or totaling a number of specified units:[after a noun] The river was eight miles long. containing …
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Measuring much from end to end in space or from beginning to end in time; not short or brief. Having relatively great height; tall. Measured from end to end rather than from side to side. …
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Long definition: having considerable linear extent in space.. See examples of LONG used in a sentence.
