5 comments about Step by Step Book About Dwarf Hamsters (Step By Step).

1. Not to oversimplify, but if a guide to dwarf hamsters doesn't mention diabetes - a *huge* issue with the Campbells variety - then assume it's flawed in other ways, too.



2. This is a very thin book, so there is only a little of everything in it. The section, which is more detailed is the one on the different types of dwarf hamsters. It will not be a good book for first-time dwarf hamsters owners. I will only recommend this to those who are already familiar with dwarf hamsters and want an additional read.



3. This book seems to be lacking general overview information. It's more for breeders than the everyday pet owner.



4. First,you take a small cloth and make it damp by putting some water on it.After that,you take your hamster out and place it on your palm.use the damp cloth and strok your hamster gentely.



5. This book is very informative for a first time dwarf hampster owner, however it does not tell you waht to do in certain situations for you dwarf hampster. I would suggest this book to someone that is just wanting a dwarf hampster to have as a pet, not as a breeder or showtaker.

4 comments about Guide to Owning a Mouse.

1. I breed fancy mice for a hobby, and bought this book as part of my mouse book collection. It is, by far, the poorest book ever written for the mouse owner. It just has the bare basics for mouse care, and sometimes not even that. Anyone just getting a mouse for a pet will be a little confused by this book, and I was ( and I have experience with mice!) In short, there are other books out there that are better! Don't waste your money.



2. Lots of beautiful, glossy, color pictures of mice being mice--if you don't own them before buying this book you'll want to become a mouse owner. Other than that, the content is extremely basic. The first 15 pages (without pictures, it might be 4 pages of text) are an introduction to the mouse at a very basic level. The next 15 pages covers a range of different rodents (lemmings, moles, voles) that are of little relevance to those who own or breed fancy mice. The information in the rest of the book (take this example "feed your mice well but do not overfeed") is probably useful information for anyone who has no previous experience with rodents but is at an extremely basic level. There is very little detailed information, there are information gaps (for instance, I don't believe there is anything in the book on sexing mice--or determining the difference between male and female--something any first-time owner would find to be critical information). And there is some misleading information as well (pictures of mice on pine bedding--something that is harmful for them) while the book specifically recommends "softwood" beddings (such as pine and cedar). In short, the pictures are entertaining but the information in this book is not sufficient for any new mouse owner and anyone who has owned a mouse previously will find no new information in it and some obviously wrong details.



3. This book should get 1 billion Stars



4. Should Be Ten Stars It Is So Goo

No comments about A Step-By-Step Book About Gerbils.

5 comments about The New Rabbit Handbook: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Breeding, and Behavior (New Pet Handbooks).

1. This particular book has not been the most helpful rabbit care book for me, not because of the content, but because it seems to focus more on keeping outdoor rabbits rather than indoor rabbits. It also assumes that rabbit care is the top priority of those who keep rabbits. Most of us, who keep rabbits as house pets do not have the time to hunt and gather the food the author suggests. We buy hay and pellets at the local pet store and provide a few fruit slices as a treat. However, this book is helpful. For one thing it lists poisonous plants as well as edible food that rabbits enjoy. Since rabbits always seem to find a way to eat something they are not supposed to eat (I paid $436 in vet bills when my Dutch decided to eat a calla lily), information about keeping rabbits out of mischief and appropriate food is helpful. The book is also illustrated and contains wonderful plates identifying certain breeds of rabbits as well as description of various breeds.

   Probably the greatest strength of this book is that it takes rabbit care seriously, just as one would care for a dog or cat. Its major flaw is that it is now a bit dated. I would recommend this book as a secondary handbook and since it is not too expensive, it is worth having on the shelf.




2. I love this book, but i am already an experienced rabbit owner and i know what i am doing. although this book is very detailed in the different aspects of pet care, and things like that, it is not a book to read for entertainment. if you are interested in entertainment, you may want to turn to Hop To It! or The House Rabbit Handbook. Great book for a newbie though!



3. This book should be mandatory for rabbit owners. I found the information to be extremely useful, from what food to feed them to what symptoms indicate what illnesses. You'll learn why rabbits behave the way they do and how to keep your rabbit safe and happy.

   Some of the chapters weren't relevant to me because I was not raising a show rabbit. I wasn't interested in the information about breeding, breeds, etc. but it was interesting nonetheless.

   The first time my rabbit was ill, I panicked and that's what prompted me to buy the book. Fortunately, he had just eaten too much grass and was fine by the next day. I referred to this book countless times in my rabbit's 9 years.

   If you own a rabbit, buy the book. It's interesting reading and will put your mind at easy when your rabbit isn't feeling well. You can teach your kids how to properly care for their bunnies which will add to your enjoyment and will help you ensure your bunny is with you for many years.

   One word of advice: hide the book from your rabbit. Rabbits love to chew on just about everything!




4. I have this book, and although the author does a fair job in describing the care of a rabbit, she simply has things left out that should be included.

   The listings of breeds (and show terminology) are from the UK, and would confuse readers in the US. Same for the listing of plants (which I think she went overboard on this area.)

   There IS a decent section on genetics, however it isn't as accurate or current as I would prefer.

   Read it at the library, but don't waste your money on it if you want serious information.




5. it is good and easy to understand I like it a lot as english is not my first language and it shows picture and explain clearly

5 comments about Guide to Owning a Chinchilla (Guide to Owning A...).

1. I bought this book because it was the only one at a local pet store. I knew there were others, but I figured I was saving on shipping and handling. Well, other than pictures galore, I should have just gotten a book with real information. At least twice Barrie says two chins of the same sex should NEVER be housed together...come again? Anyway, I suppose this is okay for the casual reader or picture-hound, but for pete's sake: don't waste the 7 or 8 bucks if you really want helpful information.



2. Do yourself a favor and click on the link above for the author's other books. Note that she has written books on hamsters, koi, gerbils, parrots, and conures.
   
   I am truely amazed that the author is an authority on so many different animals. I have been breeding chinchillas for well over five years and I have rarely seen so much inaccurate information in one book.



3. This book is the biggest pile of garbage available for those who are actually interested in ACCURATE information on caring for their chinchilla. If you want to get a book with misinformation to the extreme, then by all means, buy it, but don't say I didn't warn you. The glaring innacuracies, poorly cared for specimens and DANGEROUS information in this book make it just the sort of pitfall a new chin- person should avoid. However, being new to chinchillas as pets, most will not know any better. For a full list of the problems with this book, I'd recommend looking at this website : [...]
   You'll find it under the reviews section.
   
   I bought this book, and was pretty disgusted by the inaccuracies. It is sadly common in pet books and it makes it difficult for new owners to separate the wheat from the chaff. After all, it was printed, so it MUST be true... *sigh* You'll get more accurate information on chinchillas from a Google search than from this book.
   
   If my review sounds harsh, there is good reason. Chinchillas are fragile, exotic animals and their proper care is important, not just for their well- being, but for their survival. They are not pets that should be purchased on impulse or without a good general knowledge of what care they need, and, unfortunately, in this book, for every piece of good information on chin care that is included there are ten pieces of incorrect and sometimes downright dangerous information.
   
   Please, save your money, for your chinchillas sake.



4. This book cotains lots of important info. and glossy pictures. The more you read, the more you find yourself in a chinchilla's colourful world.



5. all around good book with lots of useful info, pics, and randomness..

2 comments about Starting With Mice, Rats and Gerbils (The Basic Pet Care Guide Series.

1. this handy book tells you everything you need to know about taking care of your little friends. From feeding to what to do when they escape this book has it all!



2. This book is packed with attractive pictures, although mainly of mice, despite the title. Some of the information is a little sparce and there are a few errors. But overall its a good choice for someone just stepping out into the world of small mammal pets.

2 comments about Quick and Easy Dwarf Hamster Care (Quick & Easy).

1. Most of the book was very helpful to get my young niece to understand the care of the dwarf hamsters, but I had to correct a few things for her, for instance, they suggest pine or cedar bedding for them, although they do mention that cedar MIGHT not be the best choice, either of these materials are extreemly inappropriate for any small animal, bird, or reptile. They also suggest giving daily fruit treats, I have to disagree, while this is fine for syrians (goldens, etc...), dwarf hamsters are much more likely to develop diabeties, so PLEASE watch the sugar intake, even of natural sugars like fruit.



2. The price is good, but it's a little light on hamster care info.

No comments about Hamsters (Pet Care).

2 comments about The Gerbil: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet.

1. I got this book from the library after my mouse died. I wanted a hamster but we got this too to see which one sounded best. I saw that this book says gerbils sleep at night. We decided to get gerbils. I got two named Acorn and Daisy.
   But they do not sleep at night! They keep me awake when they are upstairs. I read another book and it said that gerbils like to stay up around midnight! I go to sleep at 11:00 on weekends and the gerbils wake me up.
   This book was wrong about gerbils sleeping at night. I did like the pictures, though. I don't know if there is anything else that isn't true because I didn't read the whole book.



2. This book so far I think si one of the best gerbil books I have read so far. The book is filled with detailed color photos and descriptions. The book also contains valuable gerbil care, housing, and other information which can be useful to ownersin times of need. This book is definately a must for every gernil owners out there. :)

1 comments about Step-By-Step Book About Chinchillas (Step By Step).

1. a good book for someone who knows nothing or very little about chinchillas but would like to learn. i wouldnt advice getting this as a book to help you raise a chin of your own since it doesnt cover alot of info (what not to feed, what number to keep) and its out of date as it was written in 1987. it does have good colored pictures and cute cartoon pictures but not alot of good info.