TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 9
- Glossary of Cat Terms 11
- Chapter One: Understanding Sphynx Cats 17
- Facts About Sphynx Cats 18
- Summary of Sphynx Cat Facts 20
- Sphynx Cat Breed History 22
- Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Sphynx Cat 23
- Do You Need a License? 24
- Do Sphynx Cats Get Along with Other Pets? 25
- How Many Sphynx Cats Should You Keep? 26
- How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Sphynx Cat? 27
- Initial Costs 28
- Monthly Costs 32
- What are the Pros and Cons of Sphynx Cats? 34
- Chapter Three: Purchasing Your Sphynx Cat 37
- Where Can You Buy Sphynx Cats? 38
- How to Choose a Reputable Sphynx Cat Breeder 41
- Tips for Selecting a Healthy Sphynx Kitten 44
- Preparing Your Home 46
- Chapter Four: Caring for Your New Sphynx 49
- Habitat and Exercise Requirements for Sphynx Cats 50
- Toys and Accessories for Sphynx Cats 51
- Indoor vs. Outdoor Cats 52
- Chapter Five: Meeting Your Sphynx Cat’s Nutritional Needs 55
- The Nutritional Needs of Cats 56
- How to Select a High-Quality Cat Food Brand 58
- Tips for Feeding Your Sphynx Cat 61
- Dangerous Foods to Avoid 63
- Chapter Six: Training Your Sphynx Cat 65
- Socializing Your New Kitten 66
- Litter Training for Kittens 68
- Dealing with Problem Behaviors 70
- Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Sphynx Cat 73
- Tips for Bathing and Grooming Sphynx Cats 74
- Other Grooming Tasks 75
- Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Sphynx Cat 79
- Basic Cat Breeding Information 80
- Breeding Tips and Raising Kittens 83
- Chapter Nine: Showing Your Sphynx Cat 87
- Sphynx Cat Breed Standard 88
- a.) CFA Breed Standard 88
- b.) TICA Breed Standard 91
- Preparing Your Sphynx Cat for Show 94
- Chapter Ten: Keeping Your Cat Healthy 97
- Common Health Problems Affecting Sphynx Cats 98
- Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 107
- Sphynx Cat Care Sheet 111
- 1.) Basic Sphynx Cat Information 112
- 2.) Nutritional Needs 113
- 3.) Breeding Information 114
- Index 117
- References 127
