Hamsters are small creatures with lots of variety among their different species. These adorable rodents may be known for nibbling on food or running around a tiny wheel, but there's much more going on in their little worlds. From golden hamsters living in the wild in Turkey to the hamsters at the pet store, these amazing creatures have lots of variety in color, size, and shape. Through accessible language accompanied by vibrant photographs, this book...

Describes the distinctive physical characteristics, natural habitat, diet, types, and domestic care required of these animals sometimes used as pets.

"Having a classroom hamster is one thing, but having one at home as a pet requires young readers to have a more mature understanding of the rodent s needs. This book provides information perfect to fill that gap. An essential guide for any library, this book gives concise, easy explanations of the needs of a hamster and how readers can meet them. Full-color photographs are paired with understandable, age-appropriate information and instructions on...

This fascinating series showcases the pets that enrich children's lives. Each colorful volume includes information on the development, life cycle, grooming needs, behaviors, and nutritional requirements of each pet. A brief history of each animal and its domestication is discussed, and interesting facts and folklore surrounding the pet are provided. The Caring for Your Pet series encourages young people to be responsible for their pets and helps them...

Simple text explains the life cycle and care of hamsters.

Suggests what to consider when selecting a hamster for a pet and explains what it needs by way of housing, food, health care, and activities.

Discusses how to choose, feed, tame, and take care of a pet hamster.

Explains how to take care of gerbils and hamsters.