{"product_id":"the-ultimate-guide-to-cat-breeds-a-useful-means-of-identifying-the-cat-breeds-of-the-world-and-how-to-care-for-them","title":"The Ultimate Guide To Cat Breeds: A useful means of identifying the cat breeds of the world and how to care for them","description":"\u003cp\u003eCats have been domesticated since prehistoric times  perhaps for as long as 5 000 years. Throughout human history  they have been greatly valued as destroyers of vermin  as well as for their ornamental qualities. The domestic cat is related to lions  tigers  pumas and other wild cats and the similarity in looks and behaviour is immediately apparent. The Ultimate Guide to Cat Breedshas a lot of rich information about the most well known cat breeds in the world  such as Persian  Maine Coon  Siamese  Abyssinian  Russian Blue  Tonkinese  and Burmese. Cats  both wild and domestic  are presented in this beautiful full-color book featuring hundreds of facts about your favorite felines. It was probably the Ancient Egyptians  5 000 years ago  who first recognized the value of cats - encouraging the animals into their homes and grain stores to keep rats and mice at bay. It did not take long for the rest of mankind to fall for the charms of the cat  and cats have been part of our lives almost continuously ever since.  In addition to being quiet  clean and efficient hunters of vermin  cats have proved to be playful  intelligent and affectionate companions  too. The Ultimate Guide to Cat Breedsdescribes the origins and characteristics of the cat  its evolution from wild animal to perfect pet  and at the same time places it in its historical and cultural contexts. The book then goes on to provide valuable advice and guidance about all aspects of cat ownership and care  including choosing a cat and keeping it healthy. All major breeds recognized by the international cat fancies are featured  with information on temperament and special grooming requirements to help the would-be owner choose the ideal cat companion. The book is illustrated with over 400 color photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44955665662005,"sku":"ByrdShop_0785834400","price":225.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780785834403.jpg?v=1770313663","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-ultimate-guide-to-cat-breeds-a-useful-means-of-identifying-the-cat-breeds-of-the-world-and-how-to-care-for-them","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}