Playing with our cats, feeding them, grooming them, training them, even protecting them gives us rich emotional rewards. The continuation of this happy relationship is what this go-to guide is all about. Bruce Fogle, an internationally renowned veterinarian, begins by explaining the character traits, health issues, and life expectancy of a wide range of breeds - from show-class Persians to indeterminate mutts. Q & A's, facts and figures, and over 250 wonderful photographs make this an invaluable volume for every cat lover, every cat owner, and anyone contemplating getting a cat.