01990cam a22003013u 4500 37329 UtSlPG 20260610133842.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SF Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910 The Domestic Cat Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-09-06 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "The Domestic Cat" by Gordon Stables is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work explores the classification, characteristics, and behaviors of domestic cats, delving into their anatomy, breeds, and their differences from dogs. Stables aims to provide a thorough understanding of the feline species through observations and anecdotes gathered over years of study. At the start of the book, the author introduces the concept of classification in the animal kingdom, contrasting the vast diversity found in dog breeds with the relatively uniform characteristics among cats. Stables emphasizes that domesticated cats appear to share a common ancestry, leading to minimal distinctive breeds compared to dogs. He reflects on the historical perspectives surrounding cats and their domestication, considers the roles of color and size in classification, and asserts that fundamental characteristics remain consistent across various types of domestic cats. The opening serves as a foundation for further insights into cat behavior, habits, and care in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cats https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37329 78169 78169