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Comprehensive and up-to-date, this book makes a useful refe ... Read more

Comprehensive and up-to-date, this book makes a useful reference devoted to companion animals. It provides underpinning principles and time-tested practical information for those preparing for careers related to the health and quality of life of all creatures–with special emphasis on companion animals. Chapter topics include choosing a dog or cat; companion birds, reptiles, amphibians, rodents, ferrets, and lagomorphs; medical records and case histories; feeding and nutrition; care, management, and training of dogs and cats; fitting, grooming, and showing; companion animal health; kennel/cattery design and management; career opportunities associated with companion animals; and trends/future of companion animals and related functions. For pet food manufacturers, pet stores, pet owners, pet breeders, and veterinary medical groups. Minimize

Alternative health titles are topping bestseller lists as p ... Read more

Alternative health titles are topping bestseller lists as people search for effective, natural ways to care for themselves and their families--and, as every pet owner knows, house pets are family too. In this revised edition of her groundbreaking work, CJ Puotinen gives animal lovers even more of the information they'll need to care for their dogs, cats, birds, and rabbits the natural way. Minimize

Better known in America as the parakeet, the budgerigar is ... Read more

Better known in America as the parakeet, the budgerigar is one of the most popular birds kept as a pet. Here's sound advice on caging, feeding, health care, and much more. 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. Minimize

Canaries are wonderful singing birds and relatively easy to ... Read more

Canaries are wonderful singing birds and relatively easy to care for. Here is expert advice on caging, feeding, health care, and more. All titles in Barron's profusely-illustrated Complete Pet Owner's Manuals introduce inexperienced and prospective pet owners to the pleasures and duties of pet care. They also make ideal guides for older children having their first experiences as animal caretakers. Attractively illustrated and filled with helpful information, Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals advise on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care--and where applicable, grooming and training pets. Each book is individually written by an expert--a trainer, breeder, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. These manuals cover every popular dog and cat breed, as well as bird varieties, hamsters and other small caged animals, fish varieties for aquarium hobbyists, terrarium pets, and even exotics, such as reptiles, amphibians, and scorpions. All books have 70 or more color photos, and most also have instructive line illustrations. Minimize

Terrarium hobbyists will find expert advice on purchasing g ... Read more

Terrarium hobbyists will find expert advice on purchasing geckos, as well as feeding, breeding, and health care. The authors also offer detailed information on gecko physiology and geckos in their natural environment. Barron's comprehensive series of Pet Owner's Manuals advise both current and prospective owners on the care of virtually every kind of pet, including a wide variety of dog and cat breeds, hamsters and other small caged animals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and even scorpions and tarantulas. The author of each book is a specialist in his or her field, which guarantees readers solid advice and instruction that helps them know what to look for when acquiring a pet, feeding, housing, maintaining health care, and where applicable, grooming and training. All Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality color photos and informative line art. Minimize

Here's everything a new pet owner needs to know about Parak ... Read more

Here's everything a new pet owner needs to know about Parakeets: purchasing, cages and equipment, feeding, health care, and more. Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals are written mainly for prospective and inexperienced pet owners, introducing them to the details and responsibilities of pet care. The heavily illustrated books in this series are also helpful for older children seeking pet care information and advice. Barron's selection of titles in this large series covers every popular dog and cat breed, bird varieties, hamsters and other small caged animals, fish varieties for aquarium hobbyists, terrarium pets, and even reptiles, amphibians, and exotics. Each title features approximately 70 color photos and advises on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care--and where applicable, grooming and training Minimize

These parrot-related birds come in a variety of colors. Her ... Read more

These parrot-related birds come in a variety of colors. Here is information and advice on acquiring a cockatiel, as well as on caging, nutrition, health care, and more. 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. Minimize

Parrots are wonderful companions that can enrich a home wit ... Read more

Parrots are wonderful companions that can enrich a home with entertainment and happiness for many years. In order to ensure the long-term health and well being of these special birds, it is important to understand how caretaking must adapt over the long life of these beautiful pets. A Parrot for Life is the most comprehensive guide to caring for a parrot through the many changes that can take place during the stages of his life. This useful book covers a variety of important topics like housing, nutrition, health care, training, and travel. It also provides insightful discussion on keeping a parrot healthy and content throughout an owner's life changes, such as marriage, moving, and adopting other pets. Written by an experienced parrot keeper, falconer, and bird trainer, the author imparts her knowledge of training, behavior, and care in a fun and lively style. The vivid drawings help illustrate key points throughout the book. If you are looking to provide the best care possible for your parrot, A Parrot for Life is your ultimate resource to help you look after your feathered friend for years to come. Minimize

These small members of the parrot family are shown in photo ... Read more

These small members of the parrot family are shown in photos that display several different colors available to prospective owners. Extensive advice instructs owners on caging, feeding, health care, breeding, and more. This heavily illustrated book is filled with helpful checklists and fascinating sidebar material. All attractive titles in Barron's My Pet series of pet care books emphasize the special relationships that normally develop between owners and pets of various species. The text in each book is authoritative and clearly written, accessible to older children as well as adults. Attractive color photos of pets and their owners appear on most pages, as well as on each book's handsomely designed front and back cover flaps. Minimize

Senegal Parrots contains all newly authored text by an expe ... Read more

Senegal Parrots contains all newly authored text by an expert on bird care and provides concise yet complete coverage of subjects like training, feeding, housing, species, health care, and grooming. The family-friendly focus throughout the book, most specifically in tip boxes on parrot-related activities for children, makes it perfect for pet parents of all ages. In addition to Senegals, the author discusses all the species of Poicephalus parrots kept as pets, including Meyer's, Jardine's, red-bellied, and brown-headed parrots. Full-color photos, sidebars, and expert advice tip boxes in each chapter illustrate key points throughout the text. Minimize

Pionus parrots are large in size but quiet in demeanor, mak ... Read more

Pionus parrots are large in size but quiet in demeanor, making them an ideal pet parrot for apartment dwellers or those living within close proximity of their neighbors. This comprehensive guide contains all newly authored text by an expert on bird care and provides concise yet complete coverage of subjects like training, feeding, housing, health care, and grooming. The family-friendly focus of the book—including tip boxes on parrot-related activities for children—makes it a perfect resource for pet parents of all ages. All species of pionus parrots available in the US are included, such as blue-headed, scaly-headed (also known as Maximilian’s), whitecapped, dusty-winged, and bronze-winged. Full-color photos, sidebars, and expert advice tip boxes in each chapter illustrate key points throughout the text. Minimize

Owning a Cockatiel is rewarding and fun! Get all you need t ... Read more

Owning a Cockatiel is rewarding and fun! Get all you need to know about feeding, housing and caring for your bird's health in The Essential Cockatiel. Special features include professional color photos and expert tips on how to make your bird a wonderful addition to the family. Learn how to have a great relationship with your pet with The Essential Cockatiel. Minimize

Quick access to comprehensive information and expert guidan ... Read more

Quick access to comprehensive information and expert guidance for parrot owners. Parrots are loved for their intelligence, sociability, longevity and humorous, almost-human characteristics. These same attractive qualities demand serious consideration and commitment when acquiring a parrot. The Parrot Companion provides practical knowledge gained from an expert's decades of experience with these birds. The author examines the 25 most common breeds, which include Greys, Amazons, caiques, conures, cockatiels and budgerigars. The data for each one compare principal characteristics such as voice shrillness, mimicry and potential behavioral problems. The author emphasizes responsible ownership, with a focus on choosing the right bird and keeping it happy and healthy. Topics include: Socializing a parrot Safety tips Avoiding behavior problems Finding an escaped bird Step-by-step training Trimming flight feathers vs. clipping wings The right equipment Feather plucking, biting and screaming Feeding, nutrition, health and grooming Re-homing a parrot. This comprehensive reference is filled with color photos and will be welcomed by new and long-time parrot owners. (20081004) Minimize

Quick access to comprehensive information and expert guidan ... Read more

Quick access to comprehensive information and expert guidance for parrot owners. Parrots are loved for their intelligence, sociability, longevity and humorous, almost-human characteristics. These same attractive qualities demand serious consideration and commitment when acquiring a parrot. The Parrot Companion provides practical knowledge gained from an expert's decades of experience with these birds. The author examines the 25 most common breeds, which include Greys, Amazons, caiques, conures, cockatiels and budgerigars. The data for each one compare principal characteristics such as voice shrillness, mimicry and potential behavioral problems. The author emphasizes responsible ownership, with a focus on choosing the right bird and keeping it happy and healthy. Topics include: Socializing a parrot Safety tips Avoiding behavior problems Finding an escaped bird Step-by-step training Trimming flight feathers vs. clipping wings The right equipment Feather plucking, biting and screaming Feeding, nutrition, health and grooming Re-homing a parrot. This comprehensive reference is filled with color photos and will be welcomed by new and long-time parrot owners. (20081004) Minimize

Their bright colors make these snakes popular among hobbyis ... Read more

Their bright colors make these snakes popular among hobbyists, and their placid temperaments ensure that they are easy to care for. Barron's comprehensive series of Pet Owner's Manuals advise both current and prospective owners on the care of virtually every kind of pet, including a wide variety of dog and cat breeds, hamsters and other small caged animals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and even scorpions and tarantulas. The author of each book is a specialist in his or her field, which guarantees readers solid advice and instruction that helps them know what to look for when acquiring a pet, feeding, housing, maintaining health care, and where applicable, grooming and training. All Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality color photos and informative line art. Minimize

This popular working dog also makes a fine pet. In addition ... Read more

This popular working dog also makes a fine pet. In addition to pet-care information, this manual presents a list of Collie organizations in the United States. Heavily illustrated with vivid color photos and instructive line art, Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals show and inform pet owners regarding proper care of dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, small caged animals--virtually every creature that is kept as a pet. The books give advice on purchasing and otherwise acquiring a pet, feeding it nutritiously, keeping it in good health, and where applicable, grooming and training it. Each book in this large series is individually written by a specialist, and though the information is authoritative, the text is clear and straightforward, easy for every pet owner to understand. Minimize

Animal behavior is the basis for ascertaining welfare and i ... Read more

Animal behavior is the basis for ascertaining welfare and is a topic of ever growing importance. This undergraduate-level textbook is organized into three sections covering all major farm animals of the world, both mainstream and specialist: large farm animal species (horses, cattle, swine, sheep and goats), poultry and farmed birds and non-domesticated animals such as deer. Each chapter describes the elements of behavior of a particular species in a clear and uniform format. Background to domestication, innate and learned behavior, social behavior, mating behavior, activity patterns, senses, behavior in the young animal, vision and hearing are all covered for each species. Understanding of ethological knowledge is necessary both as an aid for diagnosis, and for the assessment of health and welfare in the single animal or a group of animals, making the book valuable for veterinary practitioners as well as students at university and tertiary level. Minimize

These small members of the parrot family are intelligent an ... Read more

These small members of the parrot family are intelligent and sociable by nature, and make very popular pets among bird lovers. The titles in Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series make great introductions to the pleasures and duties of pet ownership for inexperienced and soon-to-be pet owners, as well as for older children having their first experiences with pet care. Attractively illustrated and filled with helpful information, these books advise on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care--and where applicable, grooming and training pets. Each book is individually written by an expert--a trainer, breeder, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals cover every popular dog and cat breed, as well as bird varieties, hamsters and other small caged animals, fish varieties for aquarium hobbyists, terrarium pets, and even exotics, such as reptiles, amphibians, and scorpions. All books have 70 or more color photos plus instructive line illustrations. Minimize

More than 150 titles in Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manua ... Read more

More than 150 titles in Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series offer basic advice and instruction on housing, feeding, protection against disease and parasites, and caring for pets of every imaginable kind. All books are heavily illustrated with color photos and instructive line art. Here is everything bird fanciers need to know about keeping pigeons, including feeding, housing, protection against parasites, general health care, and breeding. There is also information on various members of the pigeon family, and on breeding pigeons for racing. Minimize

These beautiful multicolored birds are native to Australia. ... Read more

These beautiful multicolored birds are native to Australia. When kept as pets, they thrive on seeds and fresh fruit. Here's reliable information on cage maintenance and general care of this popular bird. 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. Minimize

Terrarium keepers will find advice from two of the country' ... Read more

Terrarium keepers will find advice from two of the country's leading experts on amphibians, their housing, care, and breeding in this helpful title. This book is a title in Barron's extensive line of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals . Heavily illustrated with color photos and instructive line art, these books present information on housing, feeding, health care, the title animal's traits--and where applicable, on grooming, training, and breeding. Each book is individually written by a trainer, breeder, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. The titles cover virtually all animals that are kept as pets, and include a wide selection of dog and cat breeds, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians, small mammals, and even some insects and arachnids. Minimize

These colorful fish are native to Central and South America ... Read more

These colorful fish are native to Central and South America, Africa, and Asia, and hobbyists will find them available in many colors and varieties. Titles in the extensive Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series provide pet owners with basic information on keeping healthy, contented, well-cared-for animals. The series includes approximately 175 titles and covers pets of every kind: dogs, cats, and birds of many breeds, as well as fish, reptiles, rabbits, hamsters, and just about any other animal that people keep as a pet. Facts and advice cover all aspects of pet care, which include proper feeding, housing, health care, grooming, training, and much more. The text in each manual is supplemented with many vivid, full-color photos, and with instructive, anatomically accurate line art. Each manual has been individually written by a breeder, trainer, veterinarian, or experienced animal specialist. Minimize

The diminutive and appealing Maltese is noted for its silky ... Read more

The diminutive and appealing Maltese is noted for its silky, floor-length white coat, which requires frequent grooming. Barron's comprehensive series of Pet Owner's Manuals advise both current and prospective owners on the care of virtually every kind of pet, including a wide variety of dog and cat breeds, hamsters and other small caged animals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and even scorpions and tarantulas. The author of each book is a specialist in his or her field, which guarantees readers solid advice and instruction that helps them know what to look for when acquiring a pet, feeding, housing, maintaining health care, and where applicable, grooming and training. All Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality color photos and informative line art. Minimize