New Guide to Cat Breeds (Illustrated Encyclopedia) [Paperback]

Alan Edwards (Author)

Book Description

Series: Illustrated Encyclopedia | Publication Date: October 8, 2001

This is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the main cat breeds of the world today, a perfect introduction to learning about and selecting a breed to keep, or even to start on your own.

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About the Author

Alan Edwards has been a judge for over twenty years with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in the UK and has been a frequent International Judge in Europe and International Guest Judge with the Cat Fancier's Federation in the United States. Married to June, who is also a GCCF and International Judge, they have three sons. The Edwards breed British and Oriental Shorthairs, having held the prefix "Taliesin" for thirty years.

Product Details

• Paperback: 132 pages
• Publisher: Anness (October 8, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0754806200
• ISBN-13: 978-0754806202
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,079,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quite a Good Guide, December 6, 2002

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This review is from: New Guide to Cat Breeds (Illustrated Encyclopedia) (Paperback)

Cat books are far less common than dog guidebooks, and this is quite a good example of the genre. Each breed is shown in one or more pictures (usually showing different color variations), described in fairly detailed text, and summarized in a table describing physical attributes, coat care, and temperment.
The book is divided into sections by coat length; long hair, semi-long hair, and short hair. A brief section at the end discussing breeding and raising kittens.

A few minor quibbles: the book was originally published in England, so while it does talk about American CFA standards,the emphasis is on British standards -- and more coverage is given to breeds common in England, with less given to American breeds.
They also note that some breeds (Maine Coons, for example) are 'freedom loving' and not suited to be kept indoors. Most responsible breeders/owners would argue that ALL cats, regardless of breed, are better off indoors, or if permitted out, still kept under control with fence or leash.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I have to agree with the last review...., September 17, 2006

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Michael E. Browning "Melissa B." (Culpeper VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: New Guide to Cat Breeds (Illustrated Encyclopedia) (Paperback)

Great book. A good amount of information. I bought the book after adopting a Maine Coon mix kitten and was a little confused by the statement that she wasn't meant for indoor living!

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book, October 3, 2009

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Suki Anderson "White Rabbit" (USA) - See all my reviews
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I have piles of books on cats, but this is the one I grab most of the time. Well Done!!