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Gerbils are active and charming pets that can provide enjoyment to the whole family. Written by an expert, this title discusses a variety of subjects and features tip boxes in each chapter that suggest how children can help take care of these adorable creatures. This book covers a variety of topics, including feeding, housing, grooming, training, health care, and fun activities. Useful tip boxes in each chapter show every member of the household how to make the most out of owning a pet.
- GenresNonfictionAnimals
112 pages, Hardcover
First published May 1, 2007
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September 1, 2024
I didn't give this five stars only because I've never actually had gerbils, so I've never had to put this book into use as a pet owner. I have used this as a reference for writing freelance articles about gerbils. It more than paid for itself.
This book is not only well-organized and beautifully laid out, but was written by someone who seemed to genuinely like gerbils. Sue Fox goes far beyond the basics in most small animal pet care books. She goes into things like gerbils being illegal to own in places like California; controversy over what shavings are best for gerbils; how to introduce a new gerbils to your gerbil gang; gerbilariums, and how to tame gerbils.
There's a good section on gerbil health. Gerbils are often thought of as disposable pets. They're just as deserving of proper medical as you are. Many health problems can be prevented, as Fox describes. Unlike earlier books about gerbil care, Fox stresses the importance of having at least two gerbils of the same sex to keep them healthy. Solitary gerbils can't stand the stress of being alone and soon die.
Showing gerbils is kept to a minimum. Breeding gerbils is not recommended, which is a real relief to read. Pet overpopulation was bad when this was first published, but it has skyrocketed since the pandemic and subsequent financial crisis.
The book also has a good index and list of resources, most of which are still pertinent in 2024. The book is generously illustrated with color photographs.
This book is not only well-organized and beautifully laid out, but was written by someone who seemed to genuinely like gerbils. Sue Fox goes far beyond the basics in most small animal pet care books. She goes into things like gerbils being illegal to own in places like California; controversy over what shavings are best for gerbils; how to introduce a new gerbils to your gerbil gang; gerbilariums, and how to tame gerbils.
There's a good section on gerbil health. Gerbils are often thought of as disposable pets. They're just as deserving of proper medical as you are. Many health problems can be prevented, as Fox describes. Unlike earlier books about gerbil care, Fox stresses the importance of having at least two gerbils of the same sex to keep them healthy. Solitary gerbils can't stand the stress of being alone and soon die.
Showing gerbils is kept to a minimum. Breeding gerbils is not recommended, which is a real relief to read. Pet overpopulation was bad when this was first published, but it has skyrocketed since the pandemic and subsequent financial crisis.
The book also has a good index and list of resources, most of which are still pertinent in 2024. The book is generously illustrated with color photographs.
January 17, 2016
This was informative.
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