Understanding Cat Behaviour
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Practical Feline Behaviour
Practical Feline Behaviour contains all the relevant information that a veterinary nurse or technician needs to understand and handle the behaviour and welfare of house cats, and to offer safe and practical advice to clients. There have been ground-breaking advances in our understanding of feline behaviour in recent years and, to protect the welfare of cats, it is increasingly important that anyone involved with their care, especially those in a professional capacity, keep up to date with these developments. This approachable and down-to-earth text describes the internal and external influences on feline behaviour; on communication, learning, social behaviour, the relationship between behaviour and disease, and the cat - human relationship. It also provides practical advice on how the welfare of cats in our care may be protected and how behaviour problems should be addressed and how to avoid them. In this book Trudi Atkinson draws on her extensive experience as a veterinary nurse and a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist to provide a rapid reference and an intensely practical feline behaviour resource for owners, breeders, veterinary professionals, shelter and cattery workers and anyone involved in the care of our feline companions.
Understanding Cat Behaviour
Author: Gordon Roberts BVSc MRCVS
language: en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date: 2014-08-14
Cats may be the most enigmatic of all domestic animals - intelligent, inquisitive and a law unto themselves. But this snappy and highly readable book clears up most of the mystery and lets you know just why your cat does the things it does - and also tells you how to deal with feline behaviour problems. Written by experienced vet and animal behaviour expert Gordon Roberts, you'll learn how to interpret the wide range of feline vocalisations, from mews and meows to squeaks and shrieks, and you'll discover just what's going on with a cat's body language. This is also an essential practical guide to training a cat, with careful instructions on socializing your pet - whether it's a new kitten coming to terms with the outside world, or an older animal settling down in a new home. You'll also get important veterinary insights into the science behind a cat's dietary needs. Delivered in an engaging and lively style throughout, this book also offers endlessly intriguing insights that will fascinate any cat lover. You'll learn about the science and statistics behind cats' seemingly supernatural ability to land on their feet, and face up to the facts of the age-old debate over canine versus feline intelligence. Informed and informative and backed by years of veterinary experience, this book is the perfect introduction to feline behaviour, whether you are a first-timer or an experienced cat owner, and the insights it offers will ensure a more fulfilling and rewarding relationship with your pet. Chapters: Understanding Cat Behaviour Introduction Chapter One - Vocalizations Chapter Two - Body Language Chapter Three - Socialization Chapter Four - Righting Reflex Chapter Five - Scent Spraying and Rubbing Chapter Six - Body Posture Chapter Seven - Eating and Drinking Chapter Eight - Kneading Chapter Nine - Feline Intelligence Conclusion Resources
A Professional’s Guide to Feline Behaviour
A Professional's Guide to Feline Behaviour is an invaluable resource for the feline professional, yet written in such an accessible way that it would be of interest to anyone who shares their life with a cat and wants to gain a deeper understanding of their behaviour. The book is presented in easy-to-navigate sections, each packed with practical advice and the colour illustrations, tables and graphics throughout make it approachable for every type of reader. What this guide offers: A greater understanding of cats and how to meet their needs. How to recognise and mitigate negative emotions and deal with challenges that cats face both at home and particularly in the workplace. How to analyse feline behaviour accurately, with a view to designing a tailored behaviour modification plan. Comprehensive information on common, and not so common, problematic feline behaviours. The fundamentals of learning theory, with step-by-step training guides. Real-life case studies, accompanied by behaviour plans that integrate clinically proven methods to help manage or resolve a range of behaviour issues. Written by Caroline Clark, a Registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist and RCVS listed veterinary nurse, this well-researched book draws from her knowledge and professional experiences, offering a unique insight into feline behaviour.