The Ultimate Cat Book

192 pp. "Beautiful and practical, sumptuous and authoritative, The Ultimate Cat Book is an invaluable resource for every cat owner -- and the perfect gift for every cat lover. More than 750 spectacular full-color photographs bring 100 international varieties of cat breeds to life, showing each type's outstanding characteristics in glorious detail. Plus much more... The Essential Cat: A fascinating scientific overview -- from evolution and anatomy to behavior, intelligence, and communication. The Breeds: Longhaired and shorthaired cats -- a detailed portrait of each type -- from the glamorous Persian and the Angora to the elegant Korat (and a few irresistible nonpedigrees as well...). Keeping a Cat: Everything you need to know to keep your cat healthy and happy -- from training, discipline, and exercise to grooming, first aid, and when to call your vet. Reproduction: Helping your cat bring a new generation into the world -- from mating, pregnancy, and birth to kitten development, worming, and neutering. Shoving: The world of the cat show -- from how shows are organized and judged to tips on preparing your cat for the competition." Keywords: DAVID TAYLOR DAPHNE NEGUS ULTIMATE CAT BOOK CATS FELINE FELINES ANIMALS PET PETS DAVE KING JANE BURTON