The Complete Book of Cats

A comprehensive encyclopedia of cats with a fully illustrated guide to breeds and over 1500 photographs

The Complete Book of Cats
Rosie Pilbeam
RRP:
NZ$ 63.99
Our Price:
NZ$ 52.79
Hardback
h282 x 216mm - 512pg
3 Sep 2021 UK
International import eta 10-19 days
9780754829959
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This comprehensive book brings together veterinary-approved advice on cat care and a directory of the world' s best-known cat breeds. The book opens with a brief history of the cat and covers every important topic that any responsible owner needs to be aware of. There is advice on buying and choosing a cat, inoculations for kittens, providing a safe environment indoors and out, and choosing equipment. There are also sections on feeding and nutrition, grooming and training, breeding, showing and holistic health care. Part two, The Breeds, is a comprehensive visual encyclopedia of all the main cat breeds, from ever-popular Persians and Shorthairs, to rarer breeds such as the Maine Coon Cat, Ocicat and Ragdoll. With over 1500 photographs, this book is indispensable for every cat owner' s bookshelf.
Rosie Pilbeam was brought up in farming family and has been with animals ever since. She worked for many years in various colleges and universities, specialising in animal/human interaction and is the author of The Complete Book of Dogs. Chief contributor Alan Edwards was a judge for many years with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in Great Britain and also frequently judged at international events. He bred British Shorthairs, Oriental Shorthairs, Siamese and Silver Persians under theprefix "Taliesin", which was granted in 1970.

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