Full Description
Three in ten households own at least one cat, and over half of these own two or more cats. This book offers expert advice on every aspect of keeping a cat - from choosing a kitten to health and grooming. Whether your cat is socializing with other pets or getting used to your home, guarantee the happiness of your feline friend with detailed explanations of cat behaviour. A special section on health shows you how to feed and exercise your cat for optimum fitness, and spot common illnesses early enough to avoid costly veterinary bills.
Contents
Choosing a cat - pedigree or not?, which breed?, what age of cat?, male or female?, how many?, cost implications, have you the right environment?, when's right for you?, where to find them, taking on strays; raising a kitten - preparing for your new kitten, bringing kitten into a new environment, introducing a kitten to other pets, the development stages, household hazards, your kitten's first night, inoculation, neutering, handling kittens and older cats, house training; behaviour - origins, socializing, territory, hunting, what your cat is saying to you, scent messages; health - diet, exercise, health checks, anatomy, diseases and conditions, using the vet, first aid; general care - caring for pregnant dam, travelling, going on holiday, grooming, caring for an older cat.
