Why play? -- Cats play because they hunt! -- From prey to play: hunting in the safety of your own home -- The right toy for the job -- Setting the scene -- Playing for good health -- From kitten to seasoned adult: how play develops in cats -- Between friends? Social play in cats -- Know your cat: what kind of player are they? -- Four important lessons about cat play from science -- Play as therapy: helping complicated cats -- Playing with cats when they don't fit the mold -- Other ways to inspire your cats inner hunter -- Epilogue -- Acknowledgments -- Bibliography -- About the author

"Millions of households in the United States have at least one cat as part of their family. Yet despite their popularity, cats continue to be misunderstood by their owners. This lack of understanding can lead to bored, frustrated, and under-stimulated cats, resulting in health and behavior problems. In Play with Your Cat!, animal behavior expert Dr. Mikel Maria Delgado shows cat parents what they may be missing: interactive play. Playfully written and with fun illustrations, Play with Your Cat! is an essential read for cat parents looking to understand their feline friend-and have some fun in the process"--