Alderton, David
Summary: "A newly-updated practical guide to pet-keeping, covering all aspects of choosing and caring for small mammals including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and jirds, chinchillas, rats and mice - plus birds, herptiles, invertebrates and fish. Each chapter features the most popular breeds in each species, based on general availability and suitability. Find out how to choose the best pet for...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lorenz Books 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.088 ALDMoberg, Julia.
Summary: Fascinating and sometimes mysterious collection of presidential pets combined with fun poetry and facts about the US presidents.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Imagine! Publishing/Charlesbridge 2016
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: The long-lost series from the legendary first lady of the TV with the Animals she loves and her famous friends. In 1971, just before Betty's sitcom superstardom, she created and hosted a weekly program, celebrating her lifelong love of animals. Produced with her husband Allen Ludden, the show, not seen in decades, allowed Betty to welcome celebrity friends with their dogs, cats, and horses in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Television Series DVDs, Call number: DVD TV PETHolub, Joan.
Summary: Questions and answers present information about the behavior and characteristics of rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and gerbils and their interaction with humans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2003
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE HOLKnapp, Andrew
Summary: "A mixed-media illustrated exploration of the grief that follows the death of a pet, and a loving tribute to the author's border collie Momo"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quirk Books 2024
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Place a hold to request this item.Romero, Libby
Summary: "Use your reading superpowers to learn all about pets, from dogs and cats to fish and crabs"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Children 2023
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN ROMSpears, James
Summary: Introduces kids to the habits and behaviors of all kinds of pets from cute kittens to slithery snakes to happy hamsters. Includes over 100 photos and pictures, field notes, quizzes, and an interactive glossary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636 SPEVerdick, Elizabeth.
Summary: Simple text and illustrations encourage careful handling and awareness of pets.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Free Spirit Pub. 2005
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.088 VERThielges, Alissa
Summary: "Can turtles breathe underwater? Find out the answer and spark early readers' natural curiosity about pets with this inquiry-based nonfiction book. Splish, splash! Turtles aren't cuddly reptiles, but their long lives and aquatic tanks make them captivating pets. Nine kid-friendly Q&As teach readers about life with a turtle, including their behavior, aquarium needs, and how their shells grow....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amicus 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 639.392 THIGassner, Georg.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Blandford 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.935 GASHolub, Joan.
Summary: Questions and answers present information about the behavior and characteristics of rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and gerbils and their interaction with humans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2003
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 636.9 HOLBirney, Betty G.
Summary: "Humphrey, the pet hamster of Longfellow School's Room 26, provides facts, puzzles, and other information about different animals and pet care for prospective pet owners"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Puffin Books, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636 BIRMcGill, Erin
Summary: "A clever, funny, and informative look at the pets--from Calvin Coolidge's wallaby to Teddy Roosevelt's flying squirrels--that have passed through the White House gates"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Schwartz & Wade 2020
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 973.092 MCGHenwood, Chris.
Summary: Topics covered include housing, feeding, health, purchasing, breeding, colors, and varieties.x.
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Publisher / Publication Date: T.F.H. Publications 1992
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.932 HENWarner, Andy
Summary: "Find out more than you ever thought possible about creatures both cute and weird, large and small, while discovering new stories about human history from the perspective of our animal companions"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 WARTodd, Zazie
Summary: "Cat people, rejoice! Finally, a fun-to-read yet science-based book about cat behavior that explains how to keep your cat healthy and happy. We all love our cats, and we all want them to be happy. But making our cats happy isn't about buying them lots of things. It's about finding out what matters to them--and this book shows you how to do that, with the science to back it up. In Purr, animal...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Greystone Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.8 TODPatterson, Jordan.
Summary: Discusses the natural history, care, and breeding of seven kinds of newts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chelsea House 1999
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 639.3 PATMeyer, David
Summary: New for 2020, this paperback edition of The Total Cat Manual brings over 200 invaluable tips from David Meyer, Abbie Moore and Dr Pia Stalk, operators of Adopt-A-Pet.com, the world's largest non-profit pet adoption website. Whether a long time or first time cat owner, this 224 page guide will walk you through how to prepare your home, yourself and your family for your new best friend. Get ready...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Weldon Owen International 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.8 MEYNadatani, Wataru
Summary: A quiet office worker embraces her new role as a cat mom and begins sharing superfluous amounts of cat photos on the Internet. Riko can't help it--her tuxedo baby is just too cute! Will her coworkers feel the same or will it add to their bewilderment about her? At home, Riko learns more about Musubi, from favorite toys such as a free grocery bag to their shared joy of video games. And Musubi...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2022
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1 available in Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: 741.5 CATAlderton, David
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's Educational Series, Inc. 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 639.3 ALDBarry, Dave.
Summary: "Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and bestselling author of Dave Barry Turns 40 now shows how to age gracefully, taking cues from his beloved and highly intelligent dog, Lucy. Faced with the obstacles and challenges of life after middle age, Dave Barry turns to his best dog, Lucy, to learn how to live his best life. From "Make New Friends" (an unfortunate fail when he can't overcome his dislike...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 818 BARKlimo, Kate
Summary: A stray dog's moving tale about life with Abraham Lincolnour sixteenth American president and a true animal lover!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2018