Washoe County Library System

A boy is excluded from joining his friends' pet club because of his unusual pet.

Describes what pet hamsters are like, what they eat, and how they act, and explains the difference between wild and domestic animals.

"Bixby Alexander Tam (better known as Bat) has only one month to prove that he can take care of Thor, an orphaned baby skunk. Bat has autism, which sometimes makes it frustrating for him to get along with people -- but not with animals. So how can he make his mom see that he and Thor are meant to be together?"-- Libraryaware. When his veterinarian mom brings home a stray baby skunk that needs rehabilitation before it can be placed in a wild animal...

An illustrated guide to keeping hedgehogs as pets, providing information on their specific traits, and offering advice on how to feed, groom, house, and care for the health of a hedgehog.

"Reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, insects. Extra: profiles of feeder animals."

Nikki has to hide seven ADORKABLE puppies from two parents, one nosy little sister, an entire middle school, and ... one mean girl out for revenge, Mackenzie Hollister. If anyone can do it, it's Nikki... but not without some hilarious challenges along the way!

"Your fun guide to selecting, caring, and loving your turtle or tortoise! Coexisting with a turtle or tortoise may not be a warm and fuzzy experience, but it definitely has its rewards. And with more than 250 species to choose from, you’re bound to find one that’s right for you. Looks-wise, they can range from very plain and unadorned to a brightly colored and embellished with every manner of crest, crown, spike, and dewlap. As for personality,...