The Encyclopedia of the Cat

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DK Pub., 1997 - Pets - 240 pages
An internationally noted animal behavior expert and author of Know Your Cat and The Encyclopedia of the Dog delivers a photographic celebration of the cat, covering the evolution, cultural history and care of all cat breeds and color varieties. Over 1,300 color illustrations make this the definitive guide to the feline world.

Contents

INTRODUCTION
6
Big Cats Worldwide
12
From Wildcat to Domestic Cat
21
Cat Magic and Superstitions
30
Working and Companion Cats
52
The Skeleton
56
Muscles and Movement
64
The Reproductive System
70
CHAPTER FOUR
77
Hunting and Play
84
Choosing a Cat
216
Traveling and Training
224
Caring for a Sick Cat
230
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