The Complete Book of Pets and Petcare

The Complete Book of Pets and Petcare
Author: David Alderton
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Aquarium fishes
ISBN: 9781780190440

Illustrated throughout with 1200 sumptuous color photographs, this expertly written manual provides all the information you need to buy and care for your pet with complete confidence.

Small Pets

Small Pets
Author: David Alderton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2004
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9780754813088

Clear, accessible text from one of the subjects leading experts, with over 250 fabulous color photographs.

The Complete Practical Guide to Small Pets and Pet Care

The Complete Practical Guide to Small Pets and Pet Care
Author: David Alderton
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2021-07-07
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9780754835325

The essential reference guide to keeping the most popular pet species and breeds, including hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, birds, reptiles and fish, with more than 750 photographs

Pigology

Pigology
Author: Daisy Bird
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2021-11-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1648960766

Welcome to the wonderful world of pigs! Pigology is filled with incredible pig facts told in a playful tone by Daisy Bird, with irresistibly charming illustrations by rising star Camilla Pintonato. Pigs are full of unexpected surprises. Did you know that when a pig is happy, it will uncoil its curly tail and wag it just like a dog? Or that feral hogs can detect odors from seven miles away? Pigology/i> delves into the history of pigs, pig breeds around the world, famous pigs, pigs in culture, and so much more, with engaging scenes from illustrator Camilla Pintonato. This lively visual encyclopedia, a follow-up to Chickenology, offers something to discover for everyone young and old: nature- and animal-loving young readers, pig enthusiasts, pig farmers, and pet pig owners alike!

The Animal Book

The Animal Book
Author: David Burnie
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 146542122X

If you're wild about animals, this visual encyclopedia is the ultimate page-turner, bringing our planet's creatures together in spectacular style. This inspiring children's reference guide welcomes you to the animal kingdom where you can meet more than 1,500 species, ranging from ants to zebras and everything in between. Stunning pictures bring you face to face with giant predators you know and love, including polar bears and tigers, as well as mysterious microscopic life, including amoebas and bacteria. A variety of animal habitats are shown in beautiful detail, while accessible information, additional fact boxes, and amazing galleries complete the stories. A jaw-dropping spectrum of animal types - from fish and birds to reptiles and mammals - provides a learning experience like no other. Whether you're a budding naturalist or simply want to complete a school project, The Animal Book has got it covered.

Chickenology

Chickenology
Author: Barbara Sandri
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2021-02-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1648960421

"[Chickenology] has found a prominent place at my farm in the book shelf where we keep our favorites books"— Isabella Rossellini Chickenology takes young readers on a fascinating and informative tour of chickens. With a playful tone and irresistibly charming illustrations by rising star Camilla Pintonato, this lively visual encyclopedia presents chickens in all of their feathered glory. Discover the incredible variety of chickens with different origins, breeds, and feather patterns. Learn incredible facts: did you know that chickens can learn to count up to four and have excellent hearing? Many even like to listen to music! A great educational book, covering: • Different breeds of chickens, like Padovana and Silkie • The difference between roosters and hens • How chicks are formed in the egg • Chickens sounds and noises • Chicken anatomy and feather anatomy and colors • Chickens and eggs around the world • Chicken history and folklore • Raising chickens at home • Chickens as pets Chickenology is the perfect animal book for nature and animal loving young readers, chicken enthusiasts, chicken farmers, and pet chicken owners alike! "Prepare to be fascinated by the varied world of chickens, presented here in charming detail....Endearingly dubbing chickens 'irresistible companions,' this educational overview of all things chicken is bound to hatch some new enthusiasts."—ALA/Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

Animal Biology and Care

Animal Biology and Care
Author: Sue Dallas
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2014-06-23
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 111827606X

The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design and colour illustrations throughout. Basic biological theory is introduced with diagrams for visual learners while photographs demonstrate the common practical procedures carried out by animal care assistants. Key features include: New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets. Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare. Written in line with course curricula, chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives. A companion website has interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge. Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!

The Ultimate Book of Animals

The Ultimate Book of Animals
Author: Anne-Sophie Baumann
Publisher: Twirl
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-08-31
Genre: Animal behavior
ISBN:

How does a bird fly? What does a bee see? What do wolves eat? Interactive illustrations make it fun to learn about the animals all around.