Cat : Behaviour and Welfare / Bjarne O. Braastad, Anne McBride, Ruth C. Newberry.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Braastad, Bjarne O., author.

Newberry, Ruth C., author.

McBride, Anne, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cats--Behavior.

Cats.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Other Title:

Cat

Place of Publication:

Wallingford : CABI International, 2022.

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

This bestselling book, translated and adapted from a highly successful Norwegian text, provides a fascinating insight into all aspects of the behaviour of domestic cats. It is written to help owners and veterinary professionals understand their cat's behaviour and thereby enhance its well-being and welfare.

Contents:

1: The Origin of Cats - How did the Cat Become Tame and Domesticated?

2: The Development of Kittens, and their Relationship with their Mother and Siblings

3: The Cat's Personality - Individual Variation and Breed Characteristics

4: The Cat's Language - Communication

5: Social Behaviour of Cats

6: The Cat as a Predator

7: The Cat's Ability to Navigate

8: Motivation, Behavioural Needs, and Emotions

9: Animal Welfare - How to Ensure the Cat's Welfare

10: Learning and Training

11: Problem Behaviours in Cats

12: People and Cats

13: The Cat's Contribution to Human Health

14: Conclusions: How to Develop a Harmonious, Well-functioning Adult Cat

15: Literature.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

1-78924-232-0