Author: Stan Shubel Publisher: TFH Publications ISBN: 9780866226158 Category : Guppies Languages : en Pages : 0
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"Provides readers with all the basics of guppy ownership, from selecting the right variety to providing the best feeding, aquarium management and health care."--Back cover
Author: Mark Denaro Publisher: Tfh Publications, Incorporated ISBN: 9780982026250 Category : Aquariums Languages : en Pages : 0
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Freshwater nano tanks, or tanks under 20 gallons as the authors define them, have become increasingly popular over the past few years. There are hundreds of species available to aquarium keepers on a regular basis, so figuring out which ones to choose for these specialized tanks can be a daunting task. The 101 Best Freshwater Nano Species is the only field guide that helps you choose and keep fishes, plants, and invertebrates specifically for nano tanks. Written by two leading experts in the field of nano tanks, this fully illustrated guide will prepare you to keep these wonderful and fascinating animals successfully.
Author: Donna Anastasi Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1937049337 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 177
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Who doesn’t wish to share his or her home with a cage full of “Furry Mongolian Friends” aka gerbils!? Author Susan Anastasi certain does! She describes these irresistible critters as “quiet, clean, friendly, curious, active, and easy-to-please.” In deciding whether the gerbil is for you, Anastasi offers this advice: “If you are looking for a seemingly limitless cache of cuteness—from their long, fanning whiskers and large almond-shaped eyes to heir bunnylike hind legs and tufted tail tips—then gerbils are for you!” Clearly bitten by the gerbil bug, the author begins by providing some basic natural history about gerbils, their origins on the Mongolian range, and an overview of their behaviors. Anastasi defends her favorite pocket pet and asserts that the gentle gerbil does not deserve its Latin name (Meriones ungiculatus), which translates as “clawed warrior.” Filled with terrific color photographs, Gerbils summarizes the basic needs of these adorable rodents, specifically addressing their housing requirements, the cost and commitment involved, and their interactions with children and other pets. The following are devoted to purchasing a healthy gerbil from a pet shop, hobby breeder, or shelter; introducing the gerbil to the home; housing and feeding; taming and handling the pet gerbil; health considerations and potential household hazards; breeding and raising the young; and exhibiting gerbils at shows. The discussion on housing covers the selection of the ideal enclosure, basic housing setup, accessories, safety, and a guide to cleaning the tank. The chapter “Taming and Handling Your Gerbils” offers a step-by-step socialization process to acclimate the gerbil to its new handler and surroundings plus instructions for handling the gerbil and discouraging nipping. All keepers will be interested in the chapter on keeping gerbils healthy through smart preventative care; topics covered include allergies; broken limbs and head injury; teeth, tail, and ear problems; dehydration; diarrhea; heat stroke; hypothermia; mites, and more. Gerbil enthusiasts who are looking to become gerbil midwives will find complete instructions for breeding and raising pups (baby gerbils) in the chapter about reproduction. It covers planning a litter, setting up a breeding tank, mating, caring for the pregnant mom, birthing, fostering, growth cycles, weaning, handling pups, and more. The chapter “Fun with Gerbils” offers ideas for games, art projects, photographing, and training gerbils to do seven fun tricks. Resources include lists of publications, clubs, organizations, and websites. Glossary of terms and index included.
Author: Stan Shubel Publisher: TFH Publications ISBN: 9780793837649 Category : Guppies Languages : en Pages : 0
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The beautiful color and peaceful nature of the guppy have contributed to their increasing popularity. Aquarium Care of Fancy Guppies provides all of the necessary information needed to successfully raise and care for guppies in home aquariums. From setup and maintenance to feeding and breeding, this comprehensive yet easy-to-read guide will help anyone interested in keeping these charming little fish. Book jacket.
Author: Bryan George Chin Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781537127347 Category : Languages : en Pages : 114
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The author, Bryan Chin, has won IFGA Best in Show awards in tank and delta categories. Also he has won in class awards in Greens, Multicolor, Blue, Reds, Purple, Blue-Green Bicolor, and Breeder Male. In 2013 he was named Guppy Man of the Year. He has written fancy guppy articles published in the IFGA newsletter and his Rocky Mountain Guppy Association club website (guppywest.com). He has also spoken at aquariums clubs regarding the breeding of show guppies. His fish photographs have been published in Tropical Fish Hobbyist and Amazonas magazines. Written from experience and illustrated throughout with over 100 diagrams, tables, and full color photos. Breeding Show Guppies provides readers with how to breed show winning guppies, from selecting the right fish to providing the best aquarium management and health. Contains valuable information about: - Maintaining good water conditions - Healthy growth in guppies - Breeding Techniques - Problem solving to fine tune your show guppies - Journal on breeding winning green guppies - Showing guppies
Author: Donna Anastasi Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1937049299 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 193
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The delightful South American “unrodent-like rodent” known as the chinchilla makes a playful and affectionate companion animal. Author Donna Anastasi refers to them as “inquisitive, sensitive, intelligent, and active,” the ideal combination of intelligence and interaction anyone would want in a small pet. This Complete Care Made Easy title is an ideal introductory pet guide about the chinchilla, with detailed chapters on characteristics, selection of a healthy chinchilla, housing and care, welcoming and taming the new arrival, feeding and daily care, training, and health and veterinary care. The book offers excellent advice about feeding and nutrition, including the choice of pellets, supplements, hay, and treats. The chapter “Understanding and Training Your Chinchilla” explains the abilities and limitations of chinchillas’ senses (they’re nearsighted but have exceptional hearing) and offers a great overview of how they communicate through sounds and body language. With positive reinforcement and a clicker (no leash and collar!), the chin can be trained to perform tricks for the family’s entertainment, and the book gives lots of training pointers for owners! For chin fanciers who are interested in further exploration, the author includes chapters on breeding chinchillas and getting involved in chin shows. Sidebars throughout the text provide useful information to chinchilla keepers, covering such topics as chin colors, harmful human foods, daily care checklist, and show terminology. The resources include chinchilla societies, books and websites. Glossary of terms and index included.
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