Pages: 352,
Specialty: Pets,
Publisher: Simon & Schuster,
Publication Year: 2013,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 185.42x233.68x38.1mm

Updated with the latest information on all recognized feline breeds, this valuable reference source includes a survey of feline history and evolution, a detailed description of the attributes that make a purebred cat, a summary of feline genetics, and an in-depth discussion of conformation, color, and coat. The breed profiles follow, with each profile accompanied by color photos and a bar graph-style at-a-glance summary of the breed s characteristics. Approximately 45 breeds are profiled, including: Abyssinian, American Shorthair, Bengal, Burmese, Cornish Rex, Himalayan, Maine Coon, Oriental, Persian, Ragdoll, Siamese, Sphynx, Turkish Angora . . . and many others. Added features that will be of interest to all cat fanciers include Descriptions of new or experimental breeds Extensive information on the American domestic cat A discussion titled Which Breed is Right for You Advice on choosing a purebred cat Information on entering a cat in shows The book features more than 100 color photos plus handsome line art.show more