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Friday, May 31, 2024

Don't Trust Cats (Life Lessons from Chip the Dog), written by Dev Petty and illustrated by Mike Boldt. Doubleday, Penguin Random House. 2024. $24.99 ages 5 and up


"Those birds and squirrels
you try so hard to catch? 
You can trust them.
They're laughing with you, 
not at you. 

However ... 
definitely avoid bees
             
(long story). 

And don't trust
cats!"

Chip returns to explain to readers why they should do their best never to put their trust in CATS. Last time it was BEES and he made a good case (or did he?) for staying away from them. He has now turned his attention to cats. 

Recognizing how smart he is, he has his opinion to share with other dogs who want to be the very best version of themselves. If that is the case, he has three words: DON'T TRUST CATS. It doesn't matter if they are cute, or tiny, or fluffy, just leave them be. There are other things you can trust: a porcupine, birds, squirrels. Most of all, you can trust your people. They won't steer you wrong. Even if they lie to you when a vet visit in planned, and you  can always trust Grandpa for a treat which he keeps just for you. 

Little ones might be affectionate in ways that seem peculiar. Still, they are better than cats! At the park, there is lots to put your trust in, especially for cleaning up your 'business'. Don't forget that fire hydrant. It will always be there for you. Never ever give your trust the vacuum, or a cactus, or to kids selling cookies at the door. 

No matter how innocent a cat may seem, they have an ulterior motive and you can get caught. Try not to let that happen! Mike Boldt's hilarious artwork adds unspoken humor to the events and the admonitions passed along by Chip. Entertaining as all get-out, you will be reading this more than one time, and enjoying the drama that arises.                                                                           


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