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Malcolm at midnight volume 1
Pub. Date
2012
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Malcolm, a smaller than average rat, loves life at McKenna School and the secret society of classroom pets that keep children out of trouble, but when Aggy the iguana disappears Malcolm must use all of his ratty persistence to prove his innocence and save her.
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
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Bearded dragons look a lot like the scary monsters in movies. Except most of them are sweet and tiny. Still, you have to take good care of them. You'll want to learn all you can about "beardies" before you bring one home. Caring for My New Bearded Dragon will help you get ready. Filled with important details on housing, training, and feeding, this book also includes a shopping list and interesting facts. Just one title in the How to Care for Your...
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
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"Do you want a pet chameleon? They are very entertaining. That's because they change color when they are happy, angry, cold, or just to blend into their environment. Chameleons are lots of fun to watch but they do need special care. That's where this book comes in. You'll learn what to feed your new pet, how to set up their home, and much more. There's even a handy shopping list. Packed with colorful chameleon photos, Caring for My New Chameleon is...
5) Lad, a dog
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Recounts the heroic and adventurous life of a thoroughbred collie that was particularly devoted to his owners.
Recounts the heroic and adventurous life of a thoroughbred collie who was devoted to his Sunnybank Master and Mistress.
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A Must-Read for all Pet LoversFor decades, dog and cat owners have depended on popular commercial foods to keep their beloved animals well-fed. Until 2007, when the national pet food catastrophe left pet owners scrambling for an alternative to mass-quantity, factory-produced food. How can you break away from your reliance on the commercial pet food industry? Pet Food Nation offers the solution: Stop feeding your pet from a bag or a can—gradually,...
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
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Chinchillas look a little like bunnies. They have big ears and eyes. They have very soft fur and paintbrush tails. They don't like to cuddle but they love to climb. If you've ever wanted to learn more about these adorable pets, Caring for My New Chinchilla is filled with valuable information. You'll discover how to feed, house, and train your "chinnie" along with how to keep this long-living pet healthy. Like every book in the How to Care for Your...
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
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"Hedgehogs feel like hairbrushes. That's because they have quills. They aren't sharp. When you have a pet hedgehog, they might let you hold them. They are usually quiet and like their alone time. "Hedgies" aren't easy pets to raise. This book can really help. With easy-to-follow information about feeding, hedgehog health, how to hold one, and much more, Caring for My New Hedgehog will prepare you for this prickly pet. Part of the ongoing series How...
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HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2014
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The board-certified specialists of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists are here to decode how dogs think, how they communicate, and how they learn.
More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished...
More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished...
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
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"It's easy to see why so many young people dream about getting a horse. Horses are amazing animals. They are fun to ride. They can know when you are happy or sad. They are also a lot of work. Few pets take as much time or money. You'll want to be ready. With easy to follow text and lavish illustrations, this book will get you prepared. Part of an ongoing series, Caring for My New Horse includes chapters on training, feeding, and selecting your pet...
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HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2022
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Learn the surprising connection between breed, behavior, evolution, and genetics to communicate better, train easier, and build a lasting bond with your amazing dog.
Many pet parents feel like they're in over their heads trying to correct their dog's unwanted behaviors, from staying off the furniture to excessive barking and chewing. After weeks of perpetual "nos" and "offs" don't work, they get frustrated, give up, and take the dog back to the shelter-a...
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From one of the most respected figures in the dog rescue community come the harrowing, funny, and inspiring stories of nine incredible dogs that shaped her life.Tia Torres, beloved underdog advocate and star of Animal Planets hit show Pit Bulls & Parolees, chronicles her roller-coaster life in this heartwarming memoir featuring some of her best-loved dogs. With inimitable honesty and characteristic brashness, Tia captures the spirit and heart of these...
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"A squirrel in the garden. A rat in the wall. A pigeon on the street. Humans have spent so much of our history drawing a hard line between human spaces and wild places. When animals pop up where we don't expect or want them, we respond with fear, rage, or simple annoyance. It's no longer an animal. It's a pest. At the intersection of science, history, and narrative journalism, Pests is not a simple call to look closer at our urban ecosystem. It's...
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ECW Press
Pub. Date
2019.
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"Cats, dogs, people - funny and heartbreaking stories from a pet veterinarian With insight and humor, Dr. Philipp Schott shares tales from the unlikely path he took into his career of veterinary science and anecdotes from his successful small-animal clinic. Dr. Schott brings to his writing the benefit of many years of expertise. Wisdom he imparts on readers includes the best way to give your cat a pill, how to prevent your very handy dog from opening...
17) Sparky
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Schwartz & Wade Books
Pub. Date
[2014]
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A child takes a sloth named Sparky as a pet.
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2012
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Kitty Cornered is raucous and witty and as heartwarming as a basket of kittens. I’m a bone-i-fied dog lover, but this book settles it: I’m getting a cat, or six.” —Dan Dye, author of Amazing Gracie Bob Tarte had his first encounter with a cat when he was two and a half years old. He should have learned his lesson then, from Fluffy. But as he says, “I listened to my heart instead, and that always leads to trouble.” In this tell-all of...
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