Book Description

Little furry creatures, once known mainly as children's pets, have now become favorites with adults, too. And no wonder. They're entertaining, affectionate, clean, and easy to care for. They live contentedly in apartments, and many of them naturally sleep all day, so they don't get lonely while their owners are at work. Like all creatures, however, they need a nutritious diet, comfortable living space, and intelligent care. This superb guidebook thoroughly discusses how to meet these basic needs, including: * Picking a species and breed whose habit and temperament suit yours * Species that live well together * Where to shop and how to recognize healthy animals * Preparing comfortable living quarters * Safety precautions * Getting acquainted * Handling and training * And much more! With the help of experts nationwide, Elizabeth Randolph has prepared a virtual encyclopedia of information that you would be hard put to find anywhere else. And she writes so engagingly about these odd and endearing little creatures that you find yourself reading not only for the vast amount of sound advice she provides but also for the sheer pleasure of it.