A young boy learns that moose do not always follow the rules of proper pet behavior.

Author Lucile C. Moore, Ph.D., provides pet rabbit owners with valuable information about the total care of their pet. Part one tells owners just what to expect from their new member of the family and gives detailed information on how to house, feed, and train a rabbit. Part two contains a comprehensive medical section, updated for the second edition. A House Rabbit Primer, 2nd Edition has been expanded to include more photos, new stories and care...

Discusses what is needed to keep hermit crabs as pets, covering such topics as physical characteristics, housing, diet, behavior, and health issues.

"Contrary to popular belief, creepy-crawlies can actually be sweet. Insects and spiders are wonderful pets. They just need the right environment and care. Readers of this expert guide will learn all about different breeds of insects and spiders through stunning full-color photographs. They'll be able to decide which kind of creepy-crawly is right for their home and lifestyle. Interesting information about how insects and spiders act in the wild will...

Humphrey, a pet hamster at Longfellow School, learns that he has an important role to play in helping his classmates and teacher.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells how to take care of a pet guinea pig"-- Provided by publisher.

With insight and humor, Dr. Philipp Schott shares tales from the unlikely path he took into his career of veterinary science and anecdotes from his successful small-animal clinic. Dr. Schott brings to his writing the benefit of many years of expertise. Wisdom he imparts on readers includes the best way to give your cat a pill, how to prevent your very handy dog from opening a fridge, and how to handle your fish when it has half-swallowed another....

"'There are so many benefits to learning how to communicate with animals. Love, trust, a spiritual connection that goes to the heart of the human-animal bond. Every time I listen to them, I learn about myself.' We seem to need animals in our disconnected lives more and more, yet we understand them less and less. [Here,] bestselling author Jon Katz--who left his Manhattan life behind two decades ago for life on a farm where he is surrounded by dogs,...

Alexia is delighted when Mr. Cooper brings in Bob, a hognose snake, as class pet, but when Bob keels over, is Andrea's toy poodle or Alexia's neglect to blame?

"This fun guide will help you choose the perfect turtle or tortoise for your lifestyle and give it the care it needs to thrive. Turtle and tortoise expert Liz Palika provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to set up a tank, maintain proper water conditions, and feed and care for your chelonian. With descriptions of over 80 species of turtles and tortoises and information on everything from heat lamps to photoperiods, you'll find all you need...