An Illustrated Guide to Companion Animal Breeds provides
information on dog and cat breeds, birds, and pocket pets. Readers
learn about different breeds and species of companion animals and
their characteristics, becoming familiar with diseases and
conditions that can threaten their health. The first to cover all
types of companion animals, the book discusses breed origins,
characteristics, size and weight, color, coat type, body features,
and life span. The unit on dogs features herding, hound, sporting,
non-sporting, terrier, toy, and working breeds. The material on
cats discusses color, coat, and body types. It covers numerous
specific breeds including Abyssinian, American Curl and Shorthair,
Egyptian Mau, Balinese, Persian, Korat, Norwegian Forest Cat, and
more.In addition, the text addresses the nutritional needs and
caging information of pocket pets and birds, as well as their
origins, size, and weight. The book includes full-color photographs
of all the animals. An Illustrated Guide to Companion Animal Breeds
is intended for veterinary technology and animal science courses at
the university level. The book is also an excellent resource for
high school and college competitions in companion animal breed
identification, husbandry, training, and events.
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