| | |  | Cat Books and Books for Cat Lovers | Home » » Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, Fully Revised and Updated | | | | | | | Description: | | The classic bestseller--expanded and updatedFor years, many veterinary treatments for cats were based on research conducted with dogs because it was wrongly assumed that cats were very similar. Recently, there have been giant strides in feline veterinary research. This classic reference is fully updated and revised to reflect these advances and gives you the most up-to-date guidance on cat health and cat care. It includes: - An index of signs and symptoms to help you find information fast
- Clearly written, step-by-step directions for handling common feline ailments and problems
- Hundreds of photos, drawings, and tables that illustrate what to look for and how to provide the best care for your cats
- All new anatomical drawings and diagrams
- New information on genetics, geriatrics, drug sensitivities, raw diets, arthritis medications, dental disease, and more
- Information on supplements, nutraceuticals, and holistic treatments that have proven beneficial
- Interesting findings on cat behavior
Whether you have a kitten or a senior cat, this resource helps you quickly identify potential problems, take proper steps in emergency situations, better understand diagnoses and treatment options, and communicate more effectively with your veterinarian. This is the hands-on reference you'll trust again and again. | | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| Debra M. Eldredge DVM | | Hardcover:
| 656 pages | | Publisher:
| Howell Book House | | Publication Date:
| December 10, 2007 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 047009530X | | Product Length:
| 9.48 inches | | Product Width:
| 6.52 inches | | Product Height:
| 1.72 inches | | Product Weight:
| 2.71 pounds | | Package Length:
| 9.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 6.5 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.8 inches | | Package Weight:
| 2.65 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 66 reviews |
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122 of 124 found the following review helpful:
 A Must Have for Cat OwnersFeb 28, 2000
Sometimes it is difficult to buy a book off the internet if you are unfamiliar with it and are not sure if it's really what you want. With a book like this, you really need to browse through it to see if it's worth the money. Well, I'm an owner of an elderly cat and decided it was time to have a book like this handy in case symptoms arose. This is, without a doubt, the best cat care book there is! Trust me, you don't need to look through it first before you buy it ~ it covers every area, illness, ANYTHING you need to help you when you are concerned about your cat's health. It explains everything in easy-to-understand text and gives you information about cats in general. I'm so glad I have this book..it is a great reference.
63 of 63 found the following review helpful:
Find Any Cat Concern Here!Jan 17, 2000
By Trevor M.
I was given this book the first Christmas I had my first cat. The person who gave it to me is an owner of about 15-20 homeless dogs(numbers vary) and has found the dog version to be helpful. I have found this book to be a necessary item...better than many "people" guide books. I can actually have an intelligent conversation with my vet before(and if) I have to take my cats in to see him. If my vet mentions a specific malady, I can look it up and find a simple definition. It's truly user-friendly! It's a must for those new to cats AND those cat experts. I would also recommend the dog & small animal version for those to whom it applies. We need an automachanic's book that is this simple & helpful!
74 of 76 found the following review helpful:
This is the book to buy!Nov 06, 1999
As a librarian, I have access to many books on cats and their health problems; as the owner of 14 cats, I find myself consulting those books frequently. This book is the one I go to first and I am never disappointed. The quality and quantity of information is wonderful! If you only buy one book on cat health, it should be this one. If you already have a collection of books on the subject, this book will provide valuable, useful information that you won't find in any of your other books. It is an *excellent* book.
26 of 26 found the following review helpful:
This book offers a comprehensive resource for cat owners.Jan 04, 1999
This is a must-have for any cat owner. While it does help to have a basic understanding of medical terms, the book offers an in-depth resource for ailments of all types as well as information on basic cat-care. Photos throughout the book aid in visual recognition of signs and symptoms of a multitude of illnesses.
22 of 22 found the following review helpful:
 Good basic book for cat ownersApr 01, 2002
By Gesine - cat rescuer
"TNR works for feral cats (trap-neuter-return) -- see Alley Cat Allies"
We do cat rescue and have recommended or given this book to many people. It's a good basic book, helps explain when to go to vet, not too hard to read. I disagree that the "gross pictures" shouldn't be in there -- You don't have to look at them, and they're there to teach what some things may look like. We've found some of the pictures quite useful. The argument that "if my cat looked that bad we'd be at the vet" is kind of off the point -- this book is good because it is a great COMPANION to your vet -- Anyhow, very good book. I too wish there was a more recent edition, but much of the most changed stuff since 1995, is at a higher technical level than this book. For the next level up, Feline Husbandry, and Feline Diseases by Niels Pedersen are great...
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