Book
Hamsters : everything about selection, care, nutrition, and behavior / Peter Fritzsche ; filled with full-color photographs by Oliver Giel.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780764139277 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 0764139274 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 62 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: Hauppauge, NY : Barron's, c2008.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Original German title: Hamster. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 62), Internet addresses, and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Hamsters as pets |
Search for related items by series
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | 636.9356 Fri | 31681001869247 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Barron's Educational Publishing
(back cover)
Information and advice to help you
take good care of your Hamster
The typical Hamster: its origins, physical traits, temperament, and more
Expert advice: feeding, health care, housing, and play activities
Understanding your Hamster: body language and its meaning
- Step-by-step directions for everyday care
- Informative and attractive sidebars and tip boxes
- Filled with handsome full-color photos
(picture caption)
Children find these friendly pets fun to feed and fascinating to observe at play. - Barron's Educational Publishing
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. - Perseus Publishing
The hamster has long been a favorite pet for children. This title, along with all books in the comprehensive and popular B.E.S. Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series, provides advice on feeding, health care, housing, and all other important aspects of responsible pet ownership. Each title in the series is individually written from first page to last by a pet trainer, veterinarian, or other pet-care specialist. All Complete Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality photos and instructive line art. - Perseus Publishing
(back cover)
Information and advice to help you
take good care of your Hamster
The typical Hamster: its origins, physical traits, temperament, and more
Expert advice: feeding, health care, housing, and play activities
Understanding your Hamster: body language and its meaning
- Step-by-step directions for everyday care
- Informative and attractive sidebars and tip boxes
- Filled with handsome full-color photos
(picture caption)
Children find these friendly pets fun to feed and fascinating to observe at play. - Sourcebooks Inc.
The essential guide to caring for a happy, healthy hamster!
Small, soft, and completely adorable, the hamster has long been a favorite pet for children (and adults) for decades. But it's important for pet owners to understand exactly what they need to do to keep their hamster happy and well-cared for. This pet book provides readers with comprehensive and accessible information on hamsters, including:
- Advice on feeding and treats
- Tips for housing, from cages to play pens
- Information on hamster healthcare
Written by a pet specialist and featuring high-quality photos and instructive line art, this hamster bible is exactly what every animal lover needs!
