The Cat Encyclopedia: The Definitive Visual Guide

by D.K. Publishing

Are you a feline fanatic? Could you tell the difference between a Housecat and an Ojos Azules? Do you want to know how to keep your kitty happy and healthy?

The Cat Encyclopedia  is a comprehensive cat compendium that has all the facts about cats and kittens. It’s packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee and includes information on caring for your own cat.

This book also offers information on the science and history of house cats. Find out how cats were domesticated and developed into separate breeds, and see their prominence in art, literature, and superstition. A chapter on feline biology focuses on the anatomy of cats – including the nervous system, digestion, and muscles – and also features details on cat senses and coat patterns.

With comprehensive help on cat care – from preparing for your cat’s arrival and essential equipment to healthcare and training –  The Cat Encyclopedia  is the perfect guide for cat lovers.

Genres: Nonfiction, Animals, Cats

320 pages, Hardcover

Published March 12, 2024

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yet another cat book from DK publishing, this one extremely comprehensive in covering all things about the domestic cat i.e. Felis catus. What stood out here were the very detailed chapters on feline biology, physiology and anatomy, from the skeleton to hair and skin and everything in between these layers. Of course the core of the book consisted of the dozens of recognized cat breeds, updated with more recent additions.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

DK has done it again! I love this book! It provides information on the different cat breeds, as well as basic details in "Caring for Your Cat," which includes topics like, Preparing for Arrival, Essential Equipment, First Days, Food & Feeding, Grooming & Hygiene, etc. The photographs are full-color, and beautiful!

An outstanding resource!

[Jaylani Adam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Big lover of cats, although I have cat allergies :(. Love the pictures and I wish they would include all pictures of each species as a kitten.

[Lucy Dawson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of lovely pictures of cats and helpful cat care advice.

[Elyssia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cats are the cutest creatures in the entire universe 🐈

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gorgeous book with amazing photographs.