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This book provides a practically orientated & readable account of the behaviour of the dog & cat. Opening chapters on evolution & behaviour-related biology set the scene for a detailed discussion of canine & feline behaviour. The development of behaviour from neonate to adult is described, with emphasis on social behaviour in both dog & cat. The behavioural basics of food selection & feeding patterns are considered in relation to their origins in the wild. The final chapter addresses the interactions of pets & people, & considers both the benefits & the responsibilities of pet ownership. Written by the experts at the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition, this book provides a review of behaviouralstudies in the dog & cat & presents the results of Waltham projects. It is an excellent text for veterinarians, student veterinarians, veterinary nurses & technicians.
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The Waltham Book of Dog and Cat Behaviour, Chris Thorne
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- Released
- 1992
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- Title
- The Waltham Book of Dog and Cat Behaviour
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Chris Thorne
- Publisher
- Butterworth-Heinemann
- Released
- 1992
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 159
- ISBN10
- 0080408214
- ISBN13
- 9780080408217
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Hobby, Nature, Animals, Pets & Animal Care
- Description
- This book provides a practically orientated & readable account of the behaviour of the dog & cat. Opening chapters on evolution & behaviour-related biology set the scene for a detailed discussion of canine & feline behaviour. The development of behaviour from neonate to adult is described, with emphasis on social behaviour in both dog & cat. The behavioural basics of food selection & feeding patterns are considered in relation to their origins in the wild. The final chapter addresses the interactions of pets & people, & considers both the benefits & the responsibilities of pet ownership. Written by the experts at the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition, this book provides a review of behaviouralstudies in the dog & cat & presents the results of Waltham projects. It is an excellent text for veterinarians, student veterinarians, veterinary nurses & technicians.