David Alderton
7) The international encyclopedia of pet care: a practical guide to choosing and caring for your pets
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Pub. Date
[c1997]
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"Packed with the most up-to-date information, this book contains chapters on small mammals, dogs, cats, birds, reptiles and amphibians, fish and invertebrates. The animals featured represent a selection from the groups that are generally available and also relatively easy to keep either indoors or outside the home. Information on each animal group includes detailed and practical advice on choosing and buying your pet, housing and equipment, feeding,...
8) Dogs
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"Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to dogs of the world. Packed with more than 1,000 full-color photographs of over 300 dog breeds, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the process of identification and help you to recognize a breed quickly and easily. Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each entry combines a precise description with...
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A lavishly illustrated reference covering all aspects of keeping fish, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish is the first book on the market to provide care and identification information on all types of fish for every possible environment, from indoor aquariums to outdoor ponds. The book contains a directory of over 800 of the most popular fish freshwater, saltwater, coldwater, and tropical showing not only what each fish looks like, but what...
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Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Discover your mutt's family tree with this extensive guide to mixed breeds. Understanding which breeds are part of your dog's mix will help you to better appreciate its special nature. With The Dog Decoder, you'll learn how to identify physical traits that can be used to decipher your dog's ancestry. Extensive descriptions of various characteristics, full-color photographs, and dozens of "dog-nosis" examples that analyze a mutt's features make this...
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Pub. Date
[2001]
Description
A guide to the selection and care of small pets, including mammals, birds, herptiles and invertebrates, and fish; providing an overview of each category, a look at various breeds, and discussion of housing, feeding, hygiene and maintenance, breeding, grooming, and showing.
16) Chinchillas
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Pub. Date
[2007]
Description
Chinchillas are playful, on-the-go rodents that thrive in environments in which they can be kept busy. Learn how to develop a functional routine for your tiny friend, along with vital information on keeping him properly fed, well-groomed, and in good health.
17) Your perfect dog
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Pub. Date
2014.
Description
"Popular dating Web sites use innovative profiling to help people find their ideal matches. In Your Perfect Dog, a similar approach is used to help prospective dog owners find the best canine for their homes and lifestyles. After all, a pet is a long-term companion that will essentially become a member of the family. It makes sense to ensure that owner and pet personalities are compatible. Renowned canine expert, David Alderton, uses 20 simple human...
Author
Pub. Date
[2005]
Description
A lavishly illustrated reference covering all aspects of keeping fish, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish is the first book on the market to provide care and identification information on all types of fish for every possible environment, from indoor aquariums to outdoor ponds. The book contains a directory of over 800 of the most popular fish freshwater, saltwater, coldwater, and tropical showing not only what each fish looks like, but what...