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In The Tale of Two Bad Mice, two mice, upset at learning the food in a dollhouse is fake, go on a vandalism spree. When the little girl who owns the dollhouse sees the destruction, she puts a policeman doll outside the doll house to prevent any more vandalism. To make up for their nefarious deeds, the two mice put a crooked sixpence in the doll's stocking on Christmas Eve and tidy up the house with a dust-pan and broom. The fifth of Beatrix Potter's...
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In The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, a little girl named Lucie has lost three pocket handkerchiefs and a pinafore. Setting out to find them, she spots some fresh clean white cloth on the hillside. As she approaches the clean linens on the hill Lucie spies a door built into the side of the hill and hears someone singing a song about laundry behind it. Could the missing hankies be inside? The sixth of Beatrix Potter's 22 charmingly illustrated tales of...
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Harold the hamster enjoys spending time in his cage where he can hide himself in wood shavings and go in his little house. Harper, his best friend, holds him and puts him in his ball. The exciting text and fun illustrations are sure to grab the attention of both emerging readers and listeners alike. This perspective into Harold's secret life promotes friendship and will inspire children to love reading while learning about how to best care for their...
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Bien s'occuper de son chinchilla, naturellement?
Vous aimez la nature, les animaux ou les végétaux? L'existence vous semble parfois bien trop complexe et un peu triste? La vie est aussi faite de plaisirs simples qui peuvent se transformer en pur bonheur facilement Notre collection de livrets pratiques « Nature Passion » va vous le prouver! Découvrez des petits livres faciles et pas chers qui vont vous aider à faire entrer la Nature dans votre...
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If you've got guinea pigs, you'll have noticed that they are constantly eating, and always making out they are still hungry. But what foods do guinea pigs need, how much of everything can they have, and what should you avoid feeding them? The ebook provides you with all the information you need to know.
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Despite its title, this is not a book about a feisty Southern belle trying to save her goat farm in the wake of the Civil War. Instead, it's the story of an ordinary 21st century woman, with more imagination than common sense, trying to get rid of her backyard weeds in the most environmentally friendly way possible.
As my story unfolds, you'll see why a suburban girl like me decided to get goats in the first place, and how, after reading numerous...
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An excellent introduction to the remarkable rat, written by the world-famous Rat Lady, Debbie Ducummum, Rats offers expert advice to all keepers of these popular fancy pets. Held in high regard in Ancient Egypt, major Asian societies, and discriminating homes in America, rats are the most intelligent rodent on the planet and enjoy playing games with their keepers. As with all editions in the Complete Care Made Easy series, Rats offers readers information...
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Do you want to know more about guinea pigs and how you can train yours?
You may be surprised to know that guinea pigs can be trained just like cats and dogs and that you can also train them to be loyal and affectionate pets.
Many people think of guinea pigs as a pet to keep in a cage and occasionally let out and handle. They consider themselves lucky if their guinea pig doesn't bite them! I wrote "Guinea Pig Pets: Train Your Guinea Pig The Easy...
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Hedgehogs are one of the hottest new pets around, and there's a lot of conflicting information about them. Here, a veteran hedgehog breeder, owner and advocate pairs with an exotic animal’s veterinarian to give first-time owners the help they need to share their homes with a hedgehog.
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The ultimate survivors that have flourished in the most difficult of circumstances, rats have a long history of being the smartest rodent in the room! Rats are growing more and more popular as pets for adults and children alike. Having raised and trained rats for over forty years, Miriam Fields-Babineau, in her book Rat Training, teaches rat owners to harness that intelligence through a reward and clicker system of training. An avid proponent of reward-based...
14) La Chinchilla
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* He aquí un nuevo animal de compañía: la chinchilla. Se trata de un roedor del tamaño de un conejito, simpático, gracioso y con una piel espléndida y suave
* ¿Qué más podemos saber de este animalito? ¿Dónde se compra? ¿Es un macho o una hembra? ¿En qué tipo de jaula debemos instalarlo? ¿Cómo podemos domesticarlo? ¿Cómo se comporta con los demás animales? ¿Es seguro para los niños? ¿Qué hacer para que esté siempre limpio y...
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"Compact, easy-to-care-for, and a bundle of fun" is how author Virginia Parker Guidry describes the irresistible guinea pig. Ideal pets for families with children, cavies (as they're often called) are clean, odorless, gentle, loving, and entertaining. This Complete Care Made Easy Guinea Pigs encapsulates all the virtues of these perfect small mammals and gives new owners practical advice about how to care for them. In chapter one, "A Guinea What?"...
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Published in association with the RSPCA, the UK's leading animal welfare charity, this practical family guide is full of expert advice on how to choose a guinea pig and how best to look after it.
If you already own or are planning to buy a guinea pig this easy-to-use introductory guide is a must. Clearly illustrated with colour photographs throughout, it covers all aspects of daily care including housing, feeding, hygiene, grooming, exercise and first...
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The delightful South American "unrodent-like rodent" known as the chinchilla makes a playful and affectionate companion animal. Author Donna Anastasi refers to them as "inquisitive, sensitive, intelligent, and active," the ideal combination of intelligence and interaction anyone would want in a small pet. This Complete Care Made Easy title is an ideal introductory pet guide about the chinchilla, with detailed chapters on characteristics, selection...
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A photo-packed, modern guide to keeping happy, healthy rabbits. Rebecca Bee BSc designed the Rabbit Care and Behaviour Courses for the staff at the Blue Cross animal charity whilst working there as an Animal Behaviourist. As well as a BSc in Animal Care Science and running her own rabbit rescue and behaviour service, the knowledge she imparts in this book offers owners a comprehensive guide to understanding rabbits and their unique needs.
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19) Hamster
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The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!
Alert and active (especially in the evening), hamsters are fascinating and fun. Your hamster will probably fit in the palm of your hand and with gentle, regular handling will quickly begin to love playtime. Hamsters are easy to tame and care for. This guide helps you do it right with advice...
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Published in association with the RSPCA, the UK's leading animal welfare charity, this practical family guide is full of expert advice on how to choose a hamster and how best to look after it.
If you already own or are planning to buy a hamster this easy-to-use introductory guide is a must. Clearly illustrated with colour photographs throughout, it covers all aspects of daily care including housing, feeding, handling, hygiene, exercise and first aid.
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