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22 of 22 found the following review helpful:
 Some Basics Written In A Very Chatty Style Mar 26, 2004
By Gary F. Taylor
"GFT"
Siamese cats have a certain mystique--one might even call it a certain snob appeal. Like many Siamese lovers, Marjorie McCann Collier regards the breed as distinctly unique, and the first third of her manual consists of pointing out this supposed uniqueness through a host of personal antidotes. There is a certain truth Collier's comments: like all purebred animals, Siamese have a very distinct look, vocal quality, and even a tendency toward certain temperaments. But with all due respect to both Collier and those who promote the mystique of the breed, Siamese are much more like other cats than they are different from them.All cats share a basic set of needs, and Siamese do not really place any unique demands upon their human caretakers. If you are looking for a cat-care manual, virtually any well-researched and well written-text will provide you with all you need to know. On the other hand, if you are interested in showing or breeding Siamese, this text offers only very basic information on show standards, genetics, mating, birthing, and the like; if you have progressed beyond the beginner level in these areas you would do well to select a different text. Throughout the manual Collier writes in a casual, rather chatty style that is always easy to read and often amusing, but which can become a bit cloying at times--and I regretted that she did not include at least a brief survey of the breed's history, which is quite interesting. Still, the color photography is very nice, both the practical advice and illustrations are straightforward and quite sound, and if you know nothing about cats in general you could do much worse than this particular book. Recommended by three solid Siamese-like "Yowls." GFT, Amazon Reviewer
writing with the assistance of five cats (including two flame-point Siamese) and one very anxious dog!
16 of 17 found the following review helpful:
 Good introduction to Siamese cats... Mar 23, 2001
...but not a lot of depth. This was the only book on Siamese cats I could find at my local Borders, and it seems like it's one of very few titles in print on the breed at all. It's a good intro. but focuses a lot on basics of cat care that don't really have anything to do with the breed. I'd like to see more meezer details!
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
Good explanations of the basics Nov 09, 1999
By Donna Rogers
This is a well written book and is very good if you want the basics of "Siamese" ownership. It is written with a touch of personal experiences which I enjoyed.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
 A Must for Cat Owners Aug 22, 1998
A very good book, concise and easy to read. It was a delight to learn so much about my traditional siamese . But the most important is, this book saved the life of my turkish van mix : he was visibly unwell, and I found the symptoms description in this book - rhinotracheitis ! A timely run to the vet, the confirmation of the diagnosis and the right treatment made the rest. This book had paid itself right away !
15 of 17 found the following review helpful:
An absolute MUST for the first time Siamese human Mar 06, 2002
By Diana
... The author is a lifelong owner of Siamese cats and her personal anectdotes really put my mind at ease. It gives a priceless and sensitive insight to the intelligence and mannerisms of a Siamese cat that also explains the reasons and breeding history behind their perceived "quirks" that makes it all make sense, and opens you up to the joy of being owned by a Siamese...
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