Author: Dorothy Yamamoto
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780234678
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Guinea pigs are one of the world’s most popular pets—small, friendly, easy to care for, and unbearably cute. We have felt this way for a long time: guinea pigs were first domesticated in 5000 B.C.E. Since then they have inspired historical figures ranging from the scientist William Harvey to the artists Jan Brueghel and Beatrix Potter. In this book, Dorothy Yamamoto offers the first in-depth treatment of this cuddly little creature over the several millennia it has been a part of our lives. Yamamoto examines the role guinea pigs have today—as pets—but also looks back to less loving times when guinea pigs were put to more direct use. She discusses them as a crucial sacrificial offering to Incan gods, as the entrée in the Cusco Cathedral’s painting of The Last Supper, and as a highly favored experimental subject—for which they have become the quintessential metaphor for anyone in the same unfortunate circumstance. Threading her account with examples from the guinea pig’s many appearances in literature and art, Yamamoto reveals the personality and cultural importance of an animal we have always wanted to keep nearby, providing a fun and unique book for any animal lover. Published in Association with the Science Museum, London
Guinea Pig
Author: Dorothy Yamamoto
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780234678
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Guinea pigs are one of the world’s most popular pets—small, friendly, easy to care for, and unbearably cute. We have felt this way for a long time: guinea pigs were first domesticated in 5000 B.C.E. Since then they have inspired historical figures ranging from the scientist William Harvey to the artists Jan Brueghel and Beatrix Potter. In this book, Dorothy Yamamoto offers the first in-depth treatment of this cuddly little creature over the several millennia it has been a part of our lives. Yamamoto examines the role guinea pigs have today—as pets—but also looks back to less loving times when guinea pigs were put to more direct use. She discusses them as a crucial sacrificial offering to Incan gods, as the entrée in the Cusco Cathedral’s painting of The Last Supper, and as a highly favored experimental subject—for which they have become the quintessential metaphor for anyone in the same unfortunate circumstance. Threading her account with examples from the guinea pig’s many appearances in literature and art, Yamamoto reveals the personality and cultural importance of an animal we have always wanted to keep nearby, providing a fun and unique book for any animal lover. Published in Association with the Science Museum, London
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780234678
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Guinea pigs are one of the world’s most popular pets—small, friendly, easy to care for, and unbearably cute. We have felt this way for a long time: guinea pigs were first domesticated in 5000 B.C.E. Since then they have inspired historical figures ranging from the scientist William Harvey to the artists Jan Brueghel and Beatrix Potter. In this book, Dorothy Yamamoto offers the first in-depth treatment of this cuddly little creature over the several millennia it has been a part of our lives. Yamamoto examines the role guinea pigs have today—as pets—but also looks back to less loving times when guinea pigs were put to more direct use. She discusses them as a crucial sacrificial offering to Incan gods, as the entrée in the Cusco Cathedral’s painting of The Last Supper, and as a highly favored experimental subject—for which they have become the quintessential metaphor for anyone in the same unfortunate circumstance. Threading her account with examples from the guinea pig’s many appearances in literature and art, Yamamoto reveals the personality and cultural importance of an animal we have always wanted to keep nearby, providing a fun and unique book for any animal lover. Published in Association with the Science Museum, London
Care for a Pet Guinea Pig
Author: Stephanie Bearce
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
ISBN: 1545748640
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
Very basic information about guinea pigs and how to care for them.
Publisher: Mitchell Lane
ISBN: 1545748640
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
Very basic information about guinea pigs and how to care for them.
Animal Biology and Care
Author: Sue Dallas
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 111827606X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design and colour illustrations throughout. Basic biological theory is introduced with diagrams for visual learners while photographs demonstrate the common practical procedures carried out by animal care assistants. Key features include: New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets. Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare. Written in line with course curricula, chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives. A companion website has interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge. Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 111827606X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design and colour illustrations throughout. Basic biological theory is introduced with diagrams for visual learners while photographs demonstrate the common practical procedures carried out by animal care assistants. Key features include: New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets. Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare. Written in line with course curricula, chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives. A companion website has interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge. Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!
Guinea Piglopaedia
Author: Margaret Elward
Publisher: Ringpress Books
ISBN: 9781860542510
Category : Guinea pig breeds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The More You Know About Your Guinea Pig the better you will understand his specific needs and requirements. In Guniea Piglopaedia you will find invaluable guidance on every aspect of cavy care and health broken into the following easy-to-read sections: 1. Principles of keeping guinea pigs, with information on housing, feeding and breeding. 2. Breeding guinea pigs, with advice on planning a breeding programme, pregnancy, birth, and rearing the young. 3. Health care, detailing anatomy and physiology, with an A-Z listing of guinea pig diseases. 4. Guinea pig breeds, giving profiles of the many different breeds and types, and information about showing guineas. Readers will learn how to care for a guinea pig, how a guinea pig's body works, how recognize guinea pig diseases, how to identify different breeds, and how to breed and exhibit guinea pigs. Guinea Piglopaedia will prove an essential reference for all those who want to provide the very best care for their guinea pigs.
Publisher: Ringpress Books
ISBN: 9781860542510
Category : Guinea pig breeds
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The More You Know About Your Guinea Pig the better you will understand his specific needs and requirements. In Guniea Piglopaedia you will find invaluable guidance on every aspect of cavy care and health broken into the following easy-to-read sections: 1. Principles of keeping guinea pigs, with information on housing, feeding and breeding. 2. Breeding guinea pigs, with advice on planning a breeding programme, pregnancy, birth, and rearing the young. 3. Health care, detailing anatomy and physiology, with an A-Z listing of guinea pig diseases. 4. Guinea pig breeds, giving profiles of the many different breeds and types, and information about showing guineas. Readers will learn how to care for a guinea pig, how a guinea pig's body works, how recognize guinea pig diseases, how to identify different breeds, and how to breed and exhibit guinea pigs. Guinea Piglopaedia will prove an essential reference for all those who want to provide the very best care for their guinea pigs.
The British National Bibliography
Author: Arthur James Wells
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography, National
Languages : en
Pages : 1264
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography, National
Languages : en
Pages : 1264
Book Description
Even Busy Bees Stop & Smell The Roses
Author: Beehappy Club Publications
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781086397284
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Use this handy beekeeper record book to track the health of your beehives. Our stunningly designed interior (See back cover for a preview!) has a checklist where you can record such things as the appearance of your beehive, weather conditions, pest issues, etc. There is also a notes section on every other page. Unlike other Journals, this spreads each of your daily logs over 2 pages, giving plenty of space for your observations. You can see a preview of the interior by clicking 'Look Inside' On The Amazon Site, or by opening the second back cover image in the Mobile App. The book's checklist asks questions like: Weather conditions How is the population? Low, normal or thriving? What is the brood pattern like? Is the Queen bee present? Is there one egg or larva per cell? This book has 98 pages and is 8.5 by 11 inches -- plenty of room to document your beehive's activity!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781086397284
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Use this handy beekeeper record book to track the health of your beehives. Our stunningly designed interior (See back cover for a preview!) has a checklist where you can record such things as the appearance of your beehive, weather conditions, pest issues, etc. There is also a notes section on every other page. Unlike other Journals, this spreads each of your daily logs over 2 pages, giving plenty of space for your observations. You can see a preview of the interior by clicking 'Look Inside' On The Amazon Site, or by opening the second back cover image in the Mobile App. The book's checklist asks questions like: Weather conditions How is the population? Low, normal or thriving? What is the brood pattern like? Is the Queen bee present? Is there one egg or larva per cell? This book has 98 pages and is 8.5 by 11 inches -- plenty of room to document your beehive's activity!
Piggy Potions
Author: Peter Gurney
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781852790042
Category : Guinea pigs as pets
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781852790042
Category : Guinea pigs as pets
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Mini Encyclopedia of Guinea Pigs Breeds and Care
Author: Myra Mahoney
Publisher: Mini Encyclopedia
ISBN: 9781842862261
Category : Guinea pigs as pets
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Guinea Pigs remain a perennial favorite as pets with young and old alike. This book will show you how to care for your pet. It will examine in detail the ideal methods of housing, feeding, grooming, health and care. Once you have learned all you need to know to keep your pet safe and healthy the book will examine the most popular breeds available and provide the right criteria to help you make a choice."--Publisher's description.
Publisher: Mini Encyclopedia
ISBN: 9781842862261
Category : Guinea pigs as pets
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Guinea Pigs remain a perennial favorite as pets with young and old alike. This book will show you how to care for your pet. It will examine in detail the ideal methods of housing, feeding, grooming, health and care. Once you have learned all you need to know to keep your pet safe and healthy the book will examine the most popular breeds available and provide the right criteria to help you make a choice."--Publisher's description.
Even
Author: Andy Gutman
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1457564564
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
It’s not easy for parents to say goodbye to their children when they leave for work. This father is no exception. Even when father and daughter are apart, however, their thoughts are never far from each other. This pair knows the truth in their hearts: that their relationship is special. Even offers a sweet lesson in the eternal love between a father and his daughter, written in a lyrical style amidst vibrant illustrations.
Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1457564564
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
It’s not easy for parents to say goodbye to their children when they leave for work. This father is no exception. Even when father and daughter are apart, however, their thoughts are never far from each other. This pair knows the truth in their hearts: that their relationship is special. Even offers a sweet lesson in the eternal love between a father and his daughter, written in a lyrical style amidst vibrant illustrations.
Inside the Burrow
Author: Heiderose Fischer-Nagel
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 9780876144787
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Readers watch how wild hamsters live in a burrow.
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 9780876144787
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Readers watch how wild hamsters live in a burrow.