Bengal Cat by Dennis Kelsey-Wood. Completely Illustrated with Colour Photographs.

One in a series of authoritative cat breed books, this book will provide you with all the guidance and advice you will need for providing a healthy and happy lifestyle for this treasured breed. It includes points on behaviour, feeding and healthcare and is an essential book for every new owner.

A modern phenomenon of successful cat breeding, the Bengal derives from crosses of domestic cats with the Asian leopard cat, a creation devised by Jean S Mill of California as recently as 1975. A wild hybrid from Felis bengalensis bengalensis, whence comes its new name, the Bengal possesses the leopard-marked pelage of its wild ancestor and the sweet, people-oriented personality of its civilized forefathers. While cat lovers have coveted the strips and rosettes of the leopard for centuries, only through the Bengal, growing in popularity and appeal world-wide, has this dream come to fruition. The Bengal owner will welcome advice from noted cat authority Dennis Kelsey-Wood about the proper care, training and health of the Bengal Cat. The author provides a concise chapter on the breed’s origins, its tamed character, a description of the Bengal’s physical characteristics and personality, and sensible discussions about selecting a kitten, maintenance, breeding and exhibiting. Mr Kelsey-Wood’s text is enhanced by the accompanying colour photography, both enlivening the chapters and illustrating vital points about the breed. In all, this book presents over 100 colour photographs and illustrations, including some never-before-seen scanning electron micrograph images produced exclusively for this series. As attractive as it is informative, this book also addresses the health concerns of every Bengal owner, including a special section about feline eye problems, with reliable advice about safety in the home, selecting a veterinary surgeon, coat problems and effective parasite control. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Bengal Cat. This beautifully designed, completely modern volume is dedicated to the Bengal Cat.

Slight surface scratching on cover.  Pages glossy and bright.  Rest of book in very good condition!