Feline Behavior - E-Book

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Veterinary Medicine, Small Animal

• Author: Bonnie V. Beaver, BS, DVM, MS, DACVB
• ISBN: 9781416064251
• Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Publication: March 7, 2003
• Imprint: Saunders
• Language: English

This book covers all common behavior problems pertaining to the cat, including the history of feline development to social and communicative behavior. An excellent resource for both professionals and pet owners alike, it features a clear format and easily accessible information. Discussions focus on the changing role of a cat's behavior for humans, as well as new treatments that arise as more is understood about cat behavior.

• Chapters are written in a clear, concise manner, making it easy for the reader to fully comprehend the different behavior patterns in cats, including:

  • Neurologic and sensory behavior
  • Communicative behavior
  • Social behavior
  • Sexual behavior
  • Ingestive hehavior
  • Eliminative behavior
  • Locomotive behavior
  • Grooming behavior

• A new section has been added to Introduction to Feline Behavior (Chapter 1), entitled Introduction to Drug and Behavior Therapy.

• An additional appendix, Feline Behavior Drug Formulary, has been added.