"Provides basic information about boas and pythons and keeping them as pets"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the characteristics of sugar gliders, including size, behavior, diet, reproduction, and their natural habitat.

""Engaging images accompany information about pet mini pigs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells how to take care of a pet guinea pig"--

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to pet turtles through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

This title introduces readers to hermit crabs, which are popular family pets. They'll learn about what hermit crabs like to eat and how to properly care for them, all while strengthening reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Did you know that more than six million pets arrive annually at community animal shelters in the United States? Of that number over three million are dogs. But of course it's not just dogs and puppies that need homes. Shelters take in cats, kittens, birds, reptiles, and even domestic farm animals. And there are many reasons why these animals need to go to shelters. Some of the animals are strays and some are lost; some are rescued from natural disasters...

Explains the basic needs of hermit crabs and how to take care of them.

With a wag and a "woof," this book invites readers to meet the graceful whippet. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the whippet breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these speedy, curious sight hounds in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company....