Recommended reading

In the scheme of a cat's life time (an average of 15 plus years now)
and the cost of a pedigreed cat, it is well worth a few dollars invested
in books to be sure you are getting the right cat for your lifestyle, or researching
whether you should be exhibiting or breeding cats.
Note: Some of these books may be out of print and hard to find
I suggest checking the online used book stores or ebay on a regular basis.

The Russian Blue Cat

by Ingeborg Urcia
This is my bible, I am on my 2nd copy as the first became
torn & dog-eared!! A great history of the Russian Blue along with good tips on feeding
caring for your Russian. There is also a small section on breeding and showing
your wonderful blue cat.

Cats for Dummies

by Gina Spadafori, Paul D. Pion
Don't be embarassed about the title--this is a VERY informative book!!
It is very up to date with small descriptions about even the newest breeds.
It discusses in great detail how you should choose a breed and points
out questions you should ask the breeders.
They place great emphasis on getting the correct cat to the correct home.
It also has chapters on medical care, and other cat resources including Internet
web sites dealing with cats and cat fanciers.
I HIGHLY recommend this book!!!

The Legacy of the Cat: the Ultimate Illustrated Guide

by Gloria Stephens with photographs by Tetsu Yamazaki
This is a beautiful book--and a plus is that it also contains
great information on genetics, temperment, breeding and believed origin
of the breeds pictured. Gloria Stephens has been long associated
with TICA and has been a cat judge in that association
for years.

The Allure of the Cat

by Richard H. Gebhardt, John Bannon with photographs by Tetsu Yamazaki
Another excellent 'picture' book of cats. Information about each breed pictured is
provided by Richard Gebhardt. You can not miss having
a book with beautiful photos by Tetsu Yamazaki

Breeding Pedigreed Cats

by Carolyn M. Vella, John J. McGonagle
A very good book covering almost all aspects of breeding your pedigreed cat.
It also covers showing your cat in the different cat associations.
The authors have many years experience breeding and judging cats.
Step by step pictures follow the authors own kitten from birth to adulthood.
A must if you are breeding your cats.

Breeding Purebred Cats

by Anne Moore
This is one of the books I continually referred to when my first litter was born.
It is a very good book providing information on the pluses and minuses of breeding,
cattery management and finding good homes for your kittens.

The Well Cat Book

by Terri McGinnis, DVM
Very well written, easy to understand book on general cat health care and
how to detect signs of physical illness in your cat.

The Complete Cat Book

by Richard Gebhardt
A CFA judge, the author goes into great detail about the history of cat's association with man.
He also presents a judge's perspective of cat standards, breeding and showing.

Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook

by Delbert G. Carlson, James Griffin, Lisa Carlson
Another clear, easy to understand book on cat health care.
A valuable guide for all aspects of cat care.