“I have a lot of arts and crafts stuff at my house,” Alfreeda said. “I could bring some over. We could make cat toys and cat games.”
“Sure!” I said.
Alfreeda and I worked into the evening. Grandpa Tom brought dinner to the attic for us. Bootsie came off the beam to eat her dinner too. When she finished, I gave her a long hug. I had a feeling she had hung up her boxing gloves for good.
Alfreeda and I were still busy making cat toys near bedtime.
Grandpa Tom brought us a late-night popcorn snack. “Why don’t you two sleep up here tonight?” he said. “Alfreeda, I’ll check with your mom and make sure it’s okay. I’m sure it will be. You girls can keep Bootsie company during her first night on the farm. There are plenty of blankets for you two.”
“Great idea! Thanks, Grandpa,” I said.
Alfreeda and I got busy making cozy beds for ourselves. Then I said good night to Bootsie.
But she was back on the beam, back in “her” spot, watching the sleeping dove and the gleaming stars.
Is a Himalayan Cat the Cat for You?
Hello, it’s me, Tabitha!
I’m sure you’d LOVE your own beautiful Himalayan cat now, right? Of course you do! They make wonderful pets for families with children.
Here’s why: Himalayan cats are a cross between Persian and Siamese cats. (They have the long hair of a Persian and the coloring of a Siamese.) They are as gentle as a Persian and as curious as a Siamese. Most Himalayan cats are usually calm, kind, and friendly.
Now you REALLY want a Himalayan cat, correct? Well, before you buy or adopt one, there are some important things you should know:
Himalayan cats must be groomed every day. All of their hair must be combed or brushed daily, all over their body. If it isn’t, the hair will tangle and cause discomfort. Also, because cats groom themselves by licking their fur, uncombed Himalayan cats could get large balls of hair in their stomach. That could be deadly for the cat.
Himalayan cats sometimes have health problems. They may have problems with their joints, skin, eyes, or kidneys. They may also have breathing problems. It’s important that Himalayan cat owners plan regular checkups with a veterinarian.
Himalayan cats are less active than many other types of cats. They can become overweight quite easily. They must not be overfed.
All right, cat lovers! That’s all for now… until the next adventure at Tabby Towers!
Meowingly yours,
Tabitha Catarina Felinus (Tabby Cat, for short)
Visit TABBY TOWERS again with these awesome adventures!
Learn more about the people and cats of Tabby Towers at www.capstonekids.com.
We promised Alfreeda we’d include the Hound Hotel guests and their super-fun stories here too!
Learn more about the people and pups of Hound Hotel at www.capstonekids.com.
About the Author
Shelley Swanson Sateren has been a freelance writer for thirty years and has written more than forty books for children, both fiction and nonfiction. Besides writing, Shelley has worked as a children’s book editor and in a children’s bookstore. She is also a certified K–6 schoolteacher and has enjoyed employment in several schools. Shelley lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and has two grown sons.
About the Illustrator
Deborah Melmon has worked as an illustrator for more than twenty-five years. After graduating from Academy of Art University in San Francisco, she started her career illustrating covers for the Palo Alto Weekly newspaper. Since then, she has produced artwork for more than twenty children’s books. Her artwork can also be found on giftwrap, greeting cards, and fabric. Deborah lives in Menlo Park, California, and shares her studio with an energetic Airedale Terrier named Mack.
Adventures at Tabby Towers is published by Picture Window Books,
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication data is available on the Library of Congress website.
ISBN 978-1-5158-1547-1 (library binding)
ISBN 978-1-5158-1551-8 (paperback)
ISBN 978-1-5158-1555-6 (eBook PDF)
ISBN 978-1-5158-2249-3 (eBook)
Summary: Bootsie is the sweetest Himalayan cat — until she feels threatened by other cats. Then there’s trouble! When Bootsie uses her bootlike black paws to box other guests at Tabby Towers, the hosts warn that she may need to check out early!
Designer: Heidi Thompson
Boxing Bootsie Page 3
