The Cat Care Book [Paperback]

Sheldon L. Gerstenfeld (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 22, 1989

Cats need good medical care, and cat owners need clear, expert advice on how to provide that care. The Cat Care Book, now completely revised, addresses nearly every problem cat owners face, from newly discovered diseases like feline leukemia to the age-old question of how to discourange cats from scratching the furniture. With diagrams, charts, and understanding advice, Dr. Gerstenfeld guides you through all the steps necessary to keep your cat fit, to prevent problems before they occur, and to help treat illnesses yourself. 63 charts to diagnose and treat common ailments Step-by-step first aid with diagrams The essentials of a home pharmacy Plus nutrition, exercise, training, choosing a veterinarian, and much more

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About the Author

Sheldon L. Gerstenfeld, V.M.D., has practiced veterinary medicine for twenty years and heads the Chestnut Hill Veterinary Hospital/Bird Clinic in Philadelphia. He is also the author of The Dog Care Book and The Cat Care Book, serves as a contributing editor of Parents magazine, and hosts a radio talk show on pets.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press; Rev Upd edition (January 22, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0201095696
• ISBN-13: 978-0201095692
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,887,802 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #100 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Cats > Care & Health

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good quick reference, September 19, 2006

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*Flower* "Elinger" - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Cat Care Book (Paperback)

This book is somewhat out of date with current understanding of feline diseases. I wish they would make an updated version because it is the best quick reference for feline issues that I have found. I would still recommend it in addition to a more current book.

1.0 out of 5 stars advocated buying from breeders in 1979 addition, November 15, 2011

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missmoppetkitty - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Cat Care Book (Paperback)

As a cat rescuer, I feel it is an unspeakable crime for a vet, of all people, to suggest people buy cats from breeders. That kind of ignorance and inhumane thinking make me toss out anything this man has to say about cats. If he doesn't care that millions of healthy cats are being killed for lack of homes, what good is any of his advice? What does he know about the well-being of cats?
I don't know if he "revised" this suggestion in the new addition, but cat lovers should know what kind of man he is, even if it has since been suggested to him to change that part. There were cats being killed in great numbers in '79, too. No excuse for suggesting people purchase cats. Don't buy this trash. Lots of other books on cat care out there. Please spay and neuter, adopt and do NOT buy from breeders if you care at all about cats.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful guide, August 22, 2011

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This review is from: The Cat Care Book (Paperback)

I've had this book since 1999! It's a wonderful and handy go-to reference for almost any ailment your cat may be suffering from. An updated version would be great, but this works fine for me.