Guinea pigs

GU Curious guinea pigs - how they feel at home This guide shows what guinea pigs need to feel comfortable in everyday family life - from the right equipment to meaningful activities. With tips for parents and discovery pages, knowledge is conveyed in a way that is easy to understand and suitable for everyday use. Important features Practical guinea pig guide from the GU small animals series With quick start pages, infographics and discovery pages (observation tips/small experiments) Contains tips for parents on how to handle children correctly with the animal Extra: reference to the free GU Pet Plus app Important advantages Helps you to avoid husbandry mistakes so that guinea pigs show typical behavior and feel safe Supports species-appropriate, family-friendly husbandry with clear step-by-step information Promotes activity and observation - ideal if children are to be actively involvedGuinea pigs appear uncomplicated - but in order for them to remain really trusting and show their typical, lively behavior, they need suitable housing conditions. This is exactly where "Curious Guinea Pigs" from the GU Small Animals series comes in: The guide bundles knowledge about a fulfilling guinea pig life and makes it so easy to understand that it can be implemented immediately in everyday life. The author, Dr. Immanuel Birmelin, a well-known behavioral researcher, shares his experiences from years of keeping and researching guinea pigs and explains what is important in practice. You will receive guidance on key topics such as equipment, care and activity - the very things that determine whether your animals feel safe and become active. The book is particularly family-friendly, with quick-start pages for a quick introduction and infographics that show important information at a glance. There are also discovery pages with observation tips and small ideas that encourage children (and adults) to understand guinea pigs better - instead of just "having" them. In addition, tips for parents help children to treat the animals correctly and respectfully. Zoo-Roco tip Guinea pigs are very much group animals: plan the housing from the outset so that your animals have social contact, opportunities to retreat and something to do. If you are unsure whether your enclosure, structure or feeding is suitable, make a note of your questions as you read - this way you can implement the tips in your home.

Guinea pigs - How to make them feel good all roundBlurbEverything beginners and real guinea pig fans need to know about keeping and the special needs of these lively rodents.needs of these lively rodents - so that animals and humans feel at home together under one roof.SummaryAll the basics and practical tips from the experts - for happy rodents Guinea pigs are mainly cute, but boring? Not at all! These little South Americans like to go on voyages of discovery and are also really clever. They love company and prove to be real chatterboxes, squeaking and cooing to keep in constant contact with their conspecifics. In the new, completely revised GU Animal Guide to Guinea Pigs, renowned behavioral scientist Dr. Immanuel Birmelin explains what these cute rodents need to feel completely at ease. Whether it's cage equipment, nutrition, care or health: you will learn everything you need to know about keeping guinea pigs in a species-appropriate way in a quick, clear and entertaining way. There are also numerous tips on how to keep the animals moving in an outdoor enclosure in the home, on the balcony or in the garden and provide plenty of variety in your guinea pigs' everyday lives.Sound expert knowledge:Renowned behaviorist Dr. Immanuel Birmelin explains everything you need to know about guinea pigs, their adorable quirks and how to keep and care for them appropriately. Varied activities: With lots of tips for an exciting and healthy guinea pig life - indoors and outdoors. Practical instructions: With easy-to-understand instructions and practical tips, the book helps you to better understand the needs of guinea pigs and provide them with a home in which they feel completely at ease.

Hamsters - How to make them feel good all roundBlurbEverything beginners and hamster fans need to know about keeping these small rodents and their special needs - so that animals and humans feel at home together under one roof Summary So your hamster feels completely at ease. Hamsters are real night owls: they only really come to life when it gets dark. Then they climb, burrow and of course "hamster" for all they're worth. In the new, completely revised GU hamster pet guide, you will learn what your hamster needs to feel completely at ease - how to acclimatize it step by step, what it likes and what keeps it healthy and how to satisfy its strong urge to move. You will find lots of ideas for exciting activities and find out how the hamster house and enclosure should look and be equipped to meet the needs of these small rodents. The guide is rounded off with tried and tested tips on selection and purchase, offspring, illnesses and veterinary emergencies. Behavioral scientist Peter Fritzsche also explains typical animal behavior. You can then test your hamster knowledge in the large online hamster quiz and be well prepared for the arrival of your new pet.Comprehensive hamster care: Find out how to keep your hamster happy and healthy from settling in to species-appropriate keeping.Creative activity ideas: Discover numerous ideas on how to encourage your nocturnal hamster's strong urge to move in a sensible and exciting way.Expert knowledge and practical tips: The guide offers practical tips on selection, care and emergencies as well as an online quiz to test and expand your hamster knowledge.

Dwarf rabbitkeeping, caring for and keeping active from Beck AngelaBlurbPlenty of space to hop around, dig and make hooks, a life in pairs or in a group - that's what makes dwarf rabbits happy. Optimum husbandry, a healthy diet and an understanding of their nature provide security in their daily life together. Many play ideas provide variety and strengthen the relationship between humans and animals. Everything that is important for species-appropriate keeping: from the selection and housing of dwarf rabbits to feeding, care and activity. The plus to the book: the free KOSMOS PLUS app with additional information and films.

The Djungarian dwarf hamsterPhodopus sungorus from Zachrau AndreaBlurbThe Djungarian dwarf hamster is one of the smallest pets in the world and takes hearts by storm with its beady eyes, loyal gaze and soft fur. In this guide, you will learn all about the dwarf hamster's distribution and habitat, as well as everything you need to know about enclosure size, furnishings and food. Read everything you need to know to better understand the behaviour of these small rodents and how to prevent diseases. Summary The Djungarian dwarf hamster is one of the smallest pets in the world and takes hearts by storm with its beady eyes, loyal gaze and soft fur. In this guide by Andrea Zachrau, you will learn about the dwarf hamster's distribution and habitat as well as everything you need to know about enclosure size, furnishings and food. Read everything you need to know to better understand the behaviour of these small rodents and how to prevent diseases. Each volume offers you detailed, practical care instructions and you will find all the information you need to successfully breed your animals. All the important questions, from housing to furnishings, technical equipment, species-appropriate nutrition and disease prevention, are answered with numerous tricks and tips. Experienced, long-standing breeders reveal how you can encourage the animals to reproduce and raise the young in good health, all in full colour, generously illustrated and attractively designed - species by species.

Can my cat eat daisies? Is it safe if my Wellensitticham Ficus nibbles? Broken down by wild plants, house and garden plants, fodder plants, herbs, poisonous and medicinal plants are described with which pet animals may come into contact. With advice for individual species.

The Persian gerbil book Among the many gerbil species, Persian gerbils are something very special. Their graceful appearance and highly interesting behaviour make the "Persians", as they are affectionately called by many owners, fascinating pets. Due to their curiosity and open-mindedness towards humans, they are also real "heartbreakers" Unfortunately, there is hardly any literature on keeping and breeding these beady-eyed rodents. Author Anne Weber is editor-in-chief of the small mammal specialist magazine RODENTIA and summarises her many years of experience with the care and breeding of "Persians" here. Benefit from her practical tips and detailed husbandry descriptions so that you can enjoy your Persian gerbils right from the start! Contents:Biology,Acquisition,Husbandry,Food and water,Keeping healthy,Fun and games,Offspring

Rodentia 01 - Chinchillas Guinea pigs in the gardenDegus and their relativesSee the most beautiful rats Contents: 2 INTERN 3 EDITORIAL AND ADVISORY BOARD 5 INTERESTING FACTS 11 legal 12 Dates & TIPS 15 MY STORY: Refined guinea pig, by Marion Zeddies 16 PHOTOstory: Chinchillas, by Christian Brüggemann 23 KEEPING AND BREEDING: The keeping of chinchillas, by Anke Suchy 28 REISE: Amy and the chinchillas, by Dr Martina Raffel 34 KEEPING AND BREEDING: Chinchilla colour breeding, by Rebecca Schmidt 38 BIOLOGY: Chinchilla genetics, by Christian Brüggemann 39 POSTER: The Campbell dwarf hamster, by Christian Brüggemann 43 HEIMISCHE TIERWELT: The brown hare gives up the spoons, by Christian Brüggemann 46 REPORTAGE: Guinea pigs in the garden, by Iris Küster 51 KEEPING AND BREEDING: The breeding of Virginia opossums, by Dirk Fußbahn 54 REPORTAGE: See the most beautiful: Rat exhibitions in Germany, by Simone Grigat 58 KEEPING AND BREEDING: Together they are strong: spiny mice, by Frank Böhme & Peter Kneisel 61 KEEPING AND BREEDING: Degus and their relatives, by Sabine Gehrsitz 64 KEEPING AND BREEDING: Persian gerbil, by Michael Herting 66 ZOOLOGISCHE GÄRTEN: The Zoo of Small Mammals: Tierpark Berlin, by Christian Kern 70 SPRECHSTUNDE: Anaesthesia in small rodents and rabbits, by Andreas Küster 73 SCIENCE: What kind of house does the mouse want?, by Lars Lewejohann 76 MAUSKLICK 77 RAT & TAT 78 BOOK REVIEW 80 snickers' wild life: Wild Westphalia, by Christian Brüggemann

NTV Steppe lemmings and other voles This book explains everything about the small rodents. 80 pages 104 colour photos 1 graphic Format: 16.8 x 21.8 cm Author Ralf Sistermann ISBN: 978-3-937285-60-3 Contents: Steppe lemmings are becoming increasingly popular: more and more animal lovers are enthusiastic about the small rodents with their cute appearance – the number of keepers is constantly increasing. And not without reason: the voles are very curious, almost constantly active and extremely interesting to observe. Ralf Sistermann, editor of the small mammal specialist magazine RODENTIA and long-time lemming keeper, conveys everything you need to know about the biology, husbandry and breeding of these fascinating rodents in an easy-to-understand and extremely expert way in this guide. All the important information you need is provided to help you understand the lively steppe lemmings and other voles and care for them in a truly species-appropriate way.  Contents: Foreword The legend of the lemming The steppe lemming – a biological view The position in the systematics Overview of vole systematics The appearance The steppe lemming in its natural habitat History Steppe lemmings as pets Important considerations and preparations Space requirements and enclosure location Costs Time needed Steppe lemmings and other pets Holiday Children and steppe lemmings Acquisition How many steppe lemmings? – Social behaviour Socialisation – turning strangers into friends The purchase Accommodation and accessories Choosing the enclosure Furnishing Measures against boredom Escape artists Care measures Active periods Dealing with steppe lemmings Feeding The right diet Dry food Pellets as foodstuff Ready-made food or self-mixing? Sprouted food Animal food Fresh food Do lemmings need to drink? Watch out: Poison! Occupation through feeding How much, how often and when? Food storage The healthy steppe lemming The health check Sick animal – what now? First measures Dealing with medications Some diseases of steppe lemmings When the end approaches The offspring The selection of breeding animals Sex determination Breeding age Mating, pregnancy and birth Care and development of young animals Cannibalism/chronism Studbook Understanding steppe lemmings The language of the lemmings Marking behaviour Steppe lemmings in tenancy law Other vole species and their care Common bank vole Levant vole Reed vole Orkney field vole Brandt’s steppe vole Acknowledgements Addresses Offices Associations Magazines Literature

Rodentia 35 - African gerbils Peruvian guinea pigsPrairie dogsCoat care for rabbits Contents: 2 INTERN 3 INTERESTING FACTS 12 DATES & TIPS 13 MY STORYGerbil breeding - how it all began...By Dirk Süllentrop 14 PHOTOSTORYAfrican gerbilsBy Anne Weber 19 REPORTAGE All senses together...The sensory abilities of gerbilsBy Ralf Sistermann 22 KEEPING AND BREEDINGThe Fat Sand Rat (Psammomys obesus)A food specialist conquers the living roomBy Björn Jordan 24 PRACTICEA home for desert rodentsBuilding a terrarium for fat sandrats (Psammomys obesus) By Uwe Geissel 28 KEEPING AND BREEDINGIn the shadow of attentionKeeping and breeding the Shaw gerbil By Ralf Sistermann 31 POSTERThe Bennett’s wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus)By Christian Ehrlich 35 REPORTAGE Peruvians in the living roomBy Melody Aigner 38 REPORTAGEThe prairie dog ABC By Nina Droste 41 REPORTAGEUnder the spell of the Red New Zealander -Development and history of a widely widespread rabbit breedBy Kathrin Aretz 44 REPORTAGESurgery on ratsImportant considerations and tips for pre- and after careBy Katja Lagansky 48 REPORTAGEA new colour mutation in the Mongolian gerbilBy Dirk Süllentrop 50 REPORTAGE Loud vocalisations of chinchillas -Communication and behaviour withinthe social groupBy Dr. med. vet. Juliana Bartl 53 REPORTAGEClean long-ears - Coat care for rabbitsBy Anne Weber 56 CLASSIFIED ADS58 CONSULTATION HOURDental diseases in ferretsBy Prof. Dr. Michael Fehr 61 INTERNET FORUMS FOR SMALL MAMMAL KEEPERS 62 REGIONAL GUIDE 64 PEPPI ON TOURChange of scenery By Kathrin Aretz

NTV dwarf dormouse In this book, everything about the little newcomers is described by Ralf Sisterman. 63 pages many photos paperback Publication date 31.07.2008 Author Ralf Sistermann - Editor of RODENTIA Although the cute dwarf dormice have only been kept as pets in Central Europe since the 1990s, they have already gained a large fan base. These charming furballs owe their popularity not only to their droll appearance, reminiscent of miniature squirrels, but also to their varied vocalisations and behaviours. They are ideal animals for all small mammal fans interested in the behaviour and breeding of their charges.Ralf Sistermann is editor of the small mammal specialist magazine RODENTIA and has been breeding dwarf dormice for many years. With this excellently illustrated book he fills a gap, for until now there has been very little literature on the keeping and breeding of these animals. Contents: The dwarf dormouse Relationship Distribution and habitat Lifestyle Legal regulations Transport and quarantine Socialisation The enclosure The furnishings The bedding Care tasks Escape artists Feeding Grain feed Fish feed Water Health Offspring etc.

Rodentia 46 - The Rat WGSocialisation of coloured ratsCrested guinea pigsLarge groups of rabbitsBehaviour of gerbilsContents:2 Editorial3 Things to know8 Current10 My Story "Fratzi" - A hamster biography by Walter Rohdich11 tips and datesTOPIC12 Socialising coloured rats - Harmonious socialisation and Pack formation by Kathrin Aretz16 Integration of coloured rats - Every socialisation is different by Christine Niklaus 20 The pack structure of coloured rats - Pros and cons of different Group compositions by Katja Lagansky23 Report From wild animal to pet - A Guinea pig exhibition in the Munich Zoo by Andreas Beil24 Biology Fear in guinea pigs by Dr Marion Reich 28 Housing Rabbits in large groups - A A very special experience for Humans and animals by Pia Maar 31 Animal portrait The colour dwarf (Oryctolagus cuniculus f. dom.) by Kathrin Aretz35 Behaviour About squeaking and drumming - The behaviour of gerbils by Ralf Sistermann 38 Housing Accessories contrary to animal welfare in the Keeping small mammals - Dangers for Rodents & Co. by Dr med. Vet. Daniela Lexer & Dr Regina Binder 42 Breed portrait Guinea pig with crown - Pedigree guinea pigs with the certain extra by Dr Christian Koch46 Housing Caution, poisonous! - Dangers in the office & Household by Peter Hoffmann48 Nutrition What the hamster eats - Species-appropriate diet for golden hamsters by Ralf Sistermann 51 Humans and animals Chinchillas from the animal shelter - Agile, curious, fluffy seeks .. by Bianca Swartout 54 readers active 56 Medicine Alternative medical treatment approaches with chinchillas by Dr med. vet. Friederike Unkel-Mohrmann 58 Consultation hour with Prof Dr Michael Fehr 60 Classifieds/Internet forums 62 Preview 64 Last but not least Peppi on Tour - Episode 15: Mouth robbery by Kathrin Aretz