Cats & Us by Gareth St John Thomas

Discover the inner workings of our relationship with cats in this gentle, informed and fun look at the reasons why we love our four-legged friends.

Many of us know the joy (and amusement) of having a feline companion. But have you ever wondered why we can feel such an attachment to cats in particular? Pairing adorable images with the latest research, Cats & Us is an investigation into – and celebration of – cat-human relationships.

With the rise of hybrid working and average lifespans increasing, cat owners are spending more and more time with their pets. This book explores how cats affect and improve a multitude of aspects of our lives, covering themes including affection, calming, exercise, friendship and play. It also captures the link between human wellbeing and our animal companions – a particularly wonderful aspect of life with cats.

Cats and Us features adorable photography, classic and contemporary observation and research, quotes and extracts, it will simultaneously delight and inform anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the cat-human relationship. Perfect for the growing number of curious cat owners, and anyone who wishes to give them a joyful and meaningful gift.

Categories: Animals, Pets, Cats, Photography.

Reading Age: 9 years to Adult.

RRP: Hardback in 144 pages suitable as coffee table book NZ$34.99.

Publisher Exisle Publishing.

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