Arthur Johnson Memorial Library

Heathcote, Peter

Salamanders Peter Heathcote - Chicago, Ill. : Heinemann Library, c2004. - 48 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. - Keeping unusual pets .

Includes bibliographical references

What is a salamander? -- Salamander facts -- Is a salamander for you -- How to choose a salamander -- What do I need to care for my pet? -- Caring for your salamander -- Can we make friends -- Fun time together -- Keeping my salamander healthy -- Some health problems -- When a salamander dies -- Keeping records.

Do salamanders make good pets? What do salamanders eat? Why do salamanders have sticky skin? If owning a cat or dog sounds boring to you, maybe you would enjoy having an unusual pet. This book explains the good points and not-so-good points about keeping salamanders as pets. Find out about the basic requirements of having salamanders, such as housing, food, water and exercise needs. Learn how to handle and provide companionship for your salamanders. If a curious, interesting, and colorful animal sounds like a good pet, then a salamander may be right for you!

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Salamanders as pets
Pets

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