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This book features most of the common insects, spiders, and other arthropods of North America, plus exotic species that are available at pet shops. It includes discussions of mantises, caterpillars, tarantulas, millipedes, hissing roaches, and much more-covering more than 50 species in total.

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Customer Reviews (4)

A little too basic
Betta Care is a well written book with excellent pictures of "Siamese Fighting Fish."If you have only one source of information at hand, this will serve you well.

Unfortunately, there is another source of information that will serve you well at a much smaller cost - the Internet.Though this book is a handy way to get all the information in one place, you can get the same info (as well as all the good pictures) on many different websites.

My recommendation:If you are the type of person who likes to have the info in black and white in front of them, buy this book.If you're the type of person who spends a lot of time on the web, get the same info for free.

Betta Care
The book had a lot more information for breederds than for beginners,
but the information that a beginner could use, was very good.

It's A Life Saver
This book is exactly what it says, Quick and Easy.The chapter on white spot was a real life saver for our betta.We followed the instructions and quess what? It worked.

greatbook
This is an awesome book that tells you how to take care of bettas.It tells you information on feeding,housing,ilnesses, and different types of bettas.Bettas are much easier to care for if you read this astonishing informational book about bettas.This book even helped me cure my betta from an illness called Ich.Buy this low-price book if you plan to own a betta. ... Read more

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Interesting, Informative Book On Rabbit Behavior
I read this book straight through the day I bought it, and it was a fascinating book on rabbit behavior. It was a good book to read through, and it provided a whole lot of information about rabbit behavior. I'm going to have to read it multiple times to glean all of the information it presented.

There were some things that bothered me though. Because the heart of the book, information dealing with specific rabbit behaviors and how best to deal with them, was based on letters from specific people with specific rabbits a lot of the information was too specific, and as such many, many behaviors were missing, although I suppose it would be impossible to cover all of them.

Another thing that I found difficult was that it was written from a very Brittish perspective, so some of the terms and information were at best unrelatable and at worse contridictary to the way things are in America. I suppose this is something that is rather hard to avoid considering she is in England and all the experience and research as the base of this book is from there.

All in all, this was a very good book, but for me the omissions and cultural differences lowered the book's overall appeal.

Now I know why my rabbit...
Before you buy one, read up!Before you give up on a bunny, read this book! Before you know it, your bunny with be your buddy, too!My bunny and I bonded immediately but he wasn't always mindful of my rules... now I know why he needs to dig and chew and I provide alternatives for him.He has his own bedroom that has been completely bunny-proofed and is allowed in the half of the house that has no carpet. Cords are covered in cloth and he seems to leave them alone now. He is the best pet I have ever had and is as affectionate as a dog and as playful as a cat. He is litter trained, and I feed him only vegies and hay.This book helped me understand his fear of being in the open yard with me, and to expect him to chew and dig because he is a rabbit.

Didn't help me...
I got this book from the library, after my shipment was canceled by the sender.I am happy I didn't pay for it, as it did not help me at all.I wanted to know why my rabbit did normal things, like running around our legs, pooing around his litterbox, ect.This book only covered major problems that people might have with a rabbit, like aggressivness, stealing food or clothes, and fear.If your bunny is fine, get it from the library.If your bunny has some issues, get it from the libary, and read how to stop it.If your bunny needs a lot of help with many issues, then I think the book would be helpful.

A must read for anyone with rabbits.
This is the most comprehensive easy-to-read book on rabbit behavior I have found. I've had rabbits for five years and read a lot about their behavior. However, this book taught me so much more. I now have a much better understanding of why my rabbits do the things they do. What I especially like about this book is that it addresses issues for both indoor and outdoor rabbits. I didn't realize how many mistakes I was making when I let my rabbits "roam free" outside in nice weather. For example, I did not realize that vast, open spaces in the outdoors are frightening for rabbits, especially if they don't have some enclosure in which to hide. I will not make that mistake again.

Overall, this is an excellent book. It has given me much deeper insight into my rabbits' behaviors.

Help! My rabbit is Driving Me Crazy!
Rabbits can be irresistible. It is not uncommon for people to visit a pet store or go to a county fair and come home with a rabbit. How much trouble can such a cute critter be? Plenty! Rabbits are curious creatures that seem to get themselves in trouble all of the time. Since rabbits are "prey" rather than predators, they act quite differently from dogs and cats, which often requires a different approach to care. Rabbits also have very distinct personalities. The personality of a rabbit needs to be taken into consideration when owning a rabbit. With know legible advice, rabbits can be fantastic pets. Books such as Why Does My Rabbit...?can be indispensable in caring and loving a pet rabbit.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with care of the rabbit, the second part discusses scientific information about the rabbit. The third portion of the book is probably most helpful. It is an alphabetical listing of just about any imaginable aspect of caring for a pet rabbit. The book is enjoyable to read because the author is not only an expert on animals as pets, she is also a rabbit lover. This book will be very helpful for people considering a rabbit as a pet and a true gift for those who have acquired a rabbit, have fallen in love with it, but don't know what to do with this adorable little rascal that seems to find mischief in every possible place. ... Read more

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Two books in one! To learn about your new pet read about hamsters then flip the book over and read about guinea pigs. ... Read more

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Okay
This book has beautiful and entertaining pictures, but I found there to be many problems with the information given.If you are looking for a book with good pictures and fair information this is your book, but otherwise Idon't recommend it.

This book tells you EVERYTHING about hamsters!
This book told me everything I needed to know about hamsters. It includes how to select a hamster, how to handle a hamster, what to feed and buy them, how to breed them, and much more! It even includes the history of hamsters, like when and where they were first found! I definitely recommend this book to whoever is planning to buy one of these cute companions. ... Read more

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Here are details on housing, feeding, exercise and general health care, made easy to understand for small children. ... Read more

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The hamster is a favorite caged pet for children. Here’s advice for both children and adults on housing, feeding, general care, and toys and devices to help keep a hamster active and healthy. Barron’s extensive line of Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals presents information for non-specialist animal owners and prospective owners, with facts about each animal’s origins and traits, as well as advice on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care, and much more. Each book is individually written by a trainer, breeder, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. Titles in this series cover every popular breed of dog and cat, freshwater and marine fish, many bird varieties, and virtually all other animals that are kept as pets. All books are filled with handsome color photos and instructive line illustrations. ... Read more

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Titles in the Let's Take Care of ... color-illustrated series introduce younger boys and girls to the fun and responsibility of pet ownership. Each book tells the story of a boy and girl who get a pet and learn how to care for it. These charming books emphasize that acquiring a pet is an exciting adventure for children, and it often makes little difference whether the new pet is as tiny as a frog or as large as a hound. Kids who read these books will share the excitement of the stories' children as an introduction to getting a pet of their own. A Guidelines section supplements each story with advice and information on pet care that is geared to children's capabilities. Parents and kids will want to read that section together. ... Read more

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The guinea pig is a unique and endearing small animal with anintriguing history.This book is a practical resource to help the newowner develop the best care plan for his or her cuddly, docile pet. ... Read more

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Written by a leading expert in the marine aquarium hobby, this helpful guide provides complete yet accessible information that addresses solutions to the most common-and not-so-common-problems that hobbyists encounter when maintaining saltwater aquariums.

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Ferrets are lively, domestic pets that can provide great entertainment and companionship. Find out how to prepare your household for adopting a ferret, as well as essential care information to ensure he is healthy and contented.

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Customer Reviews (6)

This is the book you want
One of the very best all around ferret books available. Detailed, up-to-date information on housing, feeding, ferret-specific ailments and training. This book gets into the nuts and bolts of day-to-day living with and caring for ferrets, its a must have book for both novice and experienced ferret owners. If you can only afford one ferret book, this is the one to get!

A Totally Ferret "blueprint"
This book has everything I needed to know and more. The advice on feeding, types of food extended their life span, and safed me major medical expenses down the road. Oh and my Ferrets don't bite any more. I can't say enough about this book. "BIG Bravo Zulu"

Must Have!
Very well written, an up front and honest account of owning ferrets. A must have for new ferret owners as well as a great addition to the library of seasoned ferret owners.

Must have ferret book!
If you have ferrets or are even considering getting a ferret this is a must have for your library!The information is very thorough and up to date and written by an authority in ferret care.

A ferret book for all
This book is a must for all ferret owners and those who want to be a ferret owner. Full of useful information, written by a top knotch breeder. ... Read more

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Spanish language titles in the Let’s Take Care of ... color-illustrated series introduce Spanish-speaking younger boys and girls to the fun and responsibility of pet ownership. Each book tells the story of a boy and girl who get a pet and learn how to care for it. These charming books emphasize that acquiring a pet is an exciting adventure for children, and it often makes little difference whether the new pet is as tiny as a frog or as large as a hound. Kids who read these books will share the excitement of the stories’ children as an introduction to getting a pet of their own. A Guidelines section supplements each story with advice and information on pet care that is geared to children’s capabilities. Parents and kids will want to read that section together. ... Read more

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Find out how to care for these endearing and entertainingcharacters, including advice on proper housing, nutrition, and health. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

This is it! The book You've been looking for!
All the information you'll ever need for hamster ownership. Great book

Simply THE BEST book on Hamsters available anywhere.
This book has answered every question I've had on caring for my hamsters. It has advice on everything from bedding to breeding- and everything in between. I got invaluable tips on nutrition even my Vet couldn't help mewith!!! It's the ONLY book on the subject you'll ever need !

A must for any hamster owner!
Great book! Information on care, housing, breeding and showing both Syrian and dwarf hamsters. As a breeder...it got me hooked!

Great Book!
Filled from cover to cover with up to date information on feeding, breeding, and caring for your hamster - the Proper Way!This book has become my Hamster "bible"! ... Read more