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Cat Sense
The Feline Enigma Revealed
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Cats are the most popular pet in the world. They outnumber the dog, man's 'best friend', by three to one. Cats need not so much our sympathy, but our understanding. This book offers us a truly scientific, yet deeply affectionate, picture of one of humanity's closest and most enigmatic companions.
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John Bradshaw, one of the world's leading experts on animal behaviour, overturns many of the myths surrounding cats to reveal the true nature of our most enigmatic companions—what makes them tick, how they relate to humans (and each other), and what they really need to make them happy.
From John Bradshaw, the author of the Sunday Times Bestseller, In Defence of Dogs, Cat Sense shows us the true, surprising nature of cats. Cats are the most popular pet in the world. They outnumber the dog, man's 'best friend', by three to one. Yet today, they face unprecedented challenges in their life with humans—from conservationists who cast them as a threat to wildlife; from other cats who they compete for territory with; and from well-intentioned owners and vets with misconceptions of what they require.
Cats need not so much our sympathy, but our understanding. Cat Sense offers us for the first time a truly scientific, yet deeply affectionate, picture of one of humanity's closest and most enigmatic companions.
'A mind-altering book ... delightful' - Lynne Truss, The Times
'Exceptionally thorough ... Bradshaw's concern and love for cats shines through ... You could buy a dozen books by the many cat whisperers, cat gurus and cat therapists that exist in our feline-obsessed modern world, but their accumulated wisdom would probably not help you understand your cats as well as Cat Sense' - Tom Cox, Observer
'An entertaining book, written in a relaxed style' - James McConnachie, Sunday Times
'Witty, surprising writing ... There is his delight in detail, a talent for dismantling myths, but most importantly an ability to build a coherent and entertaining theory from an apparent contradiction that all cat-lovers will recognise—we seek to understand cats even though it is our lack of understanding that makes us love them' - Herald
John Bradshaw is a biologist who founded and directs the world-renowned Anthrozoology Institute, based at the University of Bristol. He has been studying the behaviour of domestic cats and their owners for over 25 years, and is the author of many scientific articles, research papers and reviews.
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Cat Sense by John Bradshaw receives praise for its insightful exploration of feline behaviour and psychology. Reviewers highlight its capability to deepen understanding of how cats perceive the world, making it an essential guide for cat owners striving to accommodate their pets better. The book is appreciated for offering practical advice backed by scientific research, delivered in an accessible and engaging style, making it both informative and entertaining.
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ISBN: 9780241960455
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 August 2014
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 253g
Pages: 336
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John Bradshaw is a biologist who founded and directs the world-renowned Anthrozoology Institute, based at the University of Bristol. He has been studying the behaviour of domestic cats and their owners for over 25 years, and is the author of many scientific articles, research papers and reviews.
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