Frank Carlson Library

"Describes the behavior of hamsters and gerbils and how to choose and care for hamsters and gerbils as pets"--Provided by publisher.

Colorful pictures and simple text illustrate the proper care and feeding of rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pig pets.

The author describes the spring and summer his family adopts a large South American rodent for a pet.

Investigates the physical characteristics, reproductive processes, habitats, and metamorphoses of butterflies and moths through hands-on projects.

Discusses the selection, care and handling, and safety of having guinea pigs as pets.

"Describes behavioral characteristics of wild and domestic gerbils and hamsters. Explains the difference between the two kinds of rodents, including physical and behavioral differences. Helps readers decide if a pet gerbil or hamster is right for them, and gives suggestions on caring for a pet rodent"--

Describes the physical characteristics, natural habitat, behavior, diet, world distribution, domestic types, and care required of these animals sometimes used as pets.

Provides instructions for choosing, feeding, grooming, and breeding hamsters.

Information on choosing a turtle for a pet with instructions for caring for and feeding it.

Examines the different varieties of gerbils and describes how they may be housed, exercised, handled, fed, cleaned, and bred.