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Buying a Cat at a Pet Store

Advantages: None.

Disadvantages: Purebreds offered by pet stores are usually of questionable lineage, poorly socialized, and may be in poor health. Yet they are sold at premium prices. For this reason, cat experts advise against patronizing these establishments. At the very least, kittens or cats purchased in such places should be carefully inspected by a veterinarian for physical and mental defects.

expert tipEXPERT TIP: Many progressive pet supply stores feature on-site adoption programs for homeless cats (and dogs) in conjunction with local animal shelters. These pets are a responsible choice for those interested in acquiring a cat. Such facilities also offer a less emotionally trying selection setting than a shelter filled with hundreds of homeless animals.

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Quirk BooksThe Cat Owner's Manual is a basic guide to cat care.
The book was written by a celebrated veterinarian and an acclaimed author. It provides cat owners with well-researched and helpful information presented in a lighthearted manner. The creators chose to write the book in a style similar to what you'd find in "operating instructions" for a car or computer. Of course they--and we--respect the fact that our beloved pets are not products or machines!