Alderton, David

Surveys the world of dogs, including the choice of a puppy, responsible dog ownership, and their care, health matters, and breeds.

Looks at many different kinds of birds, their behavior, habitats, and physical features.

Provides information on the lifestyle, habitat, and distribution of turtles and tortoises.

Describes various types of rodents, such as the mouse, beaver and giant capybara, discussing their interaction with people, their evolution, form and function, classification, and reproduction.

Photographs and concise descriptions identify more than 300 breeds of dogs.

Photographs and text help identify more than 250 different types of cats; includes information on each breed's history and development, colors, identification features, anatomy, and temperament.

A practical guide to caring for small pets, with advice on housing, nutrition, handling, exercise, grooming, and breeding.

Provides information on how to select, house, feed, and care for pet birds, offers advice on basic health needs, and includes an illustrated guide to popular species.

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.

Each species of wild cats is examined in detail with information on sight, hearing, hunting techniques, and locomotion.