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The stories of a young veterinarian making his way in the rugged English countryside?and of the people and animals he met along the way? In the rolling dales of Yorkshire, a simple, rural region of northern England, a young veterinarian from Sunderland joins a new practice. A stranger in a strange land, he must quickly learn the odd dialect and humorous ways of the locals, master outdated equipment, and do his best to mend, treat, and heal pets and...
3) Allergic
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Series
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic
Pub. Date
2021.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
234 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
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Hoping to adopt a pet to find a sense of belonging in her busy family, Maggie is disappointed to discover she is severely allergic to anything with fur and tries to find a pet to love anyway.
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English
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A New York Times bestseller!
National Book Award finalist Sy Montgomery reflects on the personalities and quirks of 13 animals—her friends—who have profoundly affected her in this stunning, poetic, and life-affirming memoir featuring illustrations by Rebecca Green.
Understanding someone who belongs to another species can be transformative. No one knows this better than author, naturalist, and adventurer
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Series
Publisher
Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"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...
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English
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Pets may not have words, but they can communicate. Paying attention to an animal's cues—a joyful bark, a scary growl, a swishing tail—can help a child understand what the animal is "saying" and what an appropriate response might be. That's part of what this book is about. But mostly it's about showing children how to love pets gently—because pets are for loving, after all. Kids learn that teasing isn't nice, that they can choose
...10) Hedgehogs
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English
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Outlines factors to consider when contemplating the hedgehog as a pet.
12) Hermit crabs
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Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Language
English
Description
"An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet hermit crab. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research"--Publisher description.
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Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
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When the Avengers are assembled to contain a super threat in New York City, Spider-Man is given the most important job of all: to make sure all the Avengers' super pets are safe! Spider-Man wants in on the bad guy fighting action, but with great power comes great pet sitting. Featuring fan favorite Avengers like Captain America, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther, this fun and funny original graphic novel sees the mighty web-slinger teaming up with...
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English
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"Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and bestselling author of Dave Barry Turns 40 now shows how to age gracefully, taking cues from his beloved and highly intelligent dog, Lucy. Faced with the obstacles and challenges of life after middle age, Dave Barry turns to his best dog, Lucy, to learn how to live his best life. From "Make New Friends" (an unfortunate fail when he can't overcome his dislike for mankind) to "Don't Stop Having Fun" (validating his...
15) Caring for a pet
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
Pets are wonderful and loving members of any family, but they need special care. Through colorful photographs and accessible text, early readers learn how to care for their special animal friends. Dogs, cats, and fish are great pets for young children, and teaching them how to care for a pet lets them learn responsibility and how, to complete tasks at a young age. By watching others take care of pets, readers gain knowledge they can put to good use...
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Series
Publisher
Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
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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Series
Publisher
KidHaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Frogs, snakes, and other reptiles and amphibians are amazing animals that make cool pets, but they aren't for everyone! Readers are given the tools to decide for themselves if they might want one of these animals for a pet. They explore detailed text about how to care for reptiles and amphibians, and some of the most common examples of these animals as pets are presented to readers through focused chapters and full-color photographs. Additional text...
19) Ferret
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Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Ferrets are small and quiet like cats. They are playful and affectionate like dogs. They have funny, lovable personalities. They dance around, pounce on shoes, play hide-and-seek, and chase anything that rolls. Their energy can seem limitless. Learn about these remarkable animals and decide if a ferret is the right pet for you!"--From publisher.
20) Hamster
Author
Series
Publisher
AV2 by Weigl
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The Hamster book will teach you how to properly care for your pet and provide compelling animal facts along the way. Readers will discover how rewarding pet ownership can be, while learning about the responsibilities of having a pet"--
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