Best Pet for Me

Many birds can learn tricks and games, play, and even speak, making for a fascinating pet. A bird may seem like the perfect pet for a child, but what really goes into owning a bird? This book introduces readers to the responsibilities, costs, and challenges of taking care of a pet bird, from picking the perfect cage to engaging in enrichment activities. With full-color photographs, accessible text, and fun fact boxes, readers will dive into the fact-filled details of bird ownership.

Dogs are intelligent animals, and when they're in a home well-suited to them, they make great pets. Dogs can be trained to do tricks and help their owners get around. They often become another member of the family. However, having a dog requires more than just feeding and walking your pet. This book uses engaging text and full-color photographs to examine what it takes to keep a dog happy and healthy. It also prepares children for the many roles and responsibilities of a pet owner.

Not everyone's idea of the perfect pet is a furry creature you need to walk or groom. Some people look to the reptile world for pets like the terrific turtle. In this high-interest book, readers will learn how to safely handle a turtle, where to keep it, and what to feed it. They'll learn about some surprising characteristics that will aid in deciding to add a turtle to the family. Vibrant photographs help demonstrate the text's main points, while a concluding list of needed items helps readers contemplate whether they're ready for the responsibility of owning a pet turtle.

They stay in a tank, don't require walking or litter, and are often quite beautiful. It's no wonder many people choose fish as pets. Fish ownership isn't all easy. This book explains why it's important to maintain a healthy environment for your pet fish and how to do so. Readers will learn the different types of habitats and the equipment that fish require to thrive. Vivid photographs and helpful fact boxes highlight important concepts and strengthen reader comprehension.

Guinea pigs, also called cavies, have been kept as pets ever since the Inca domesticated them more than 3,000 years ago in South America. However, owning a guinea pig isn't for everyone. Guinea pigs, like other pets, require love, attention, and a financial investment. This book explores what owning a guinea pig is really like and helps children understand if a guinea pig is the best pet for them. Full-color photographs show kids what their new pet will need, and a list of items illustrates the initial cost of owning a cavy.

This book introduces students to the fun and responsibilities of owning pet hamsters. These adorable and fluffy small pets may require more time and attention than children realize. Prospective hamster owners will learn how to maintain a healthy environment for their pet and learn about overall costs of food, water, bedding, and other items their new pet will need. They'll also learn more about the origin of hamsters as pets. Fact boxes provide readers with additional information.

Cats have been respected since the time of the ancient Egyptians. With their soft fur, beautiful almond-shaped eyes, and gentle purrs, they are some of the world's most popular pets. Still, before deciding to adopt a cat, it's important to learn about their needs. In this cute and informative book, readers will learn just what to expect, including what supplies to purchase, which vaccines their pet will need, and which kinds of food and toys are best. Readers will learn to care for their pet from kittenhood into adulthood.

Rabbits can make great pets, but pet ownership comes with many responsibilities. Even a small animal such as a rabbit requires more time, money, and attention than many young readers might realize. Using age-appropriate language, this book examines the real costs of owning a pet rabbit: food, bedding, playtime, and grooming. Full-color images hop off the page, and fun fact boxes highlight additional information about rabbit ownership. With a better understanding of what it takes to care for a rabbit, readers will be able to decide if they're ready to bring home a furry new friend.