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.

Puppy training made easy The 8-week training plan for puppies. PLUS: Young dog training from 5 to 12 months. The top seller - over 250,000 copies sold!Who wouldn't want a problem-free four-legged friend who goes through thick and thin with us? But it's not magic to own such a dream dog. You can create the basic conditions yourself by training your puppy correctly from the start. In this guide, experienced and successful dog trainer Katharina Schlegl-Kofler will guide you through the first year with your puppy. You will receive an optimal training programme with exercise plans for the first eight weeks of your puppy's new home. Step-by-step instructions and photos make everything easy to follow. After the fourth month of life, puppyhood is over. Now it's time to consolidate what you've learnt and build on the obedience exercises. No problem with the detailed, month-by-month young dog training programme until the end of the dog's first year. Specials on the puppy and young dog period as well as special question/answer pages round off the topic of training.

Our Kitten “Our Kitten” by Brigitte Eilert Overbeck is the perfect book for all cat lovers in Switzerland who want to learn more about life with a kitten. Whether you are welcoming a kitten into your home for the first time or already have experience as a cat owner, this book offers comprehensive information and valuable tips on how to properly care for and train your little darling. With practical advice, clear illustrations and a loving insight into the life of a cat, “Our Kitten” will quickly become an indispensable companion in everyday life with your cat. Contents: Practical guidance for the first few weeks: This book is specifically designed to help you ensure that the first few weeks with your kitten go smoothly. From the first day at home to settling in, it offers valuable tips for a gentle and harmonious integration. Comprehensive information on care: Find out how to feed, care for and keep your kitten healthy. The book covers the most important topics in cat care, such as nutrition, hygiene and health. Behaviour and training: With practical training tips, you’ll learn how to train your cat properly and help it develop to its full potential. The book also covers common behaviours and how to interpret them correctly. Factually sound and easy to understand: The author, Brigitte Eilert Overbeck, is an experienced cat expert who shares her extensive knowledge in a way that everyone can understand. Ideal for beginners and experienced cat owners. Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of kitten care: The book offers a thorough and easy-to-understand introduction to kitten care and helps you to look after your cat in the best possible way. Training tips for a happy kitten: Find out how to train your cat healthily, understand its behaviour and build a good relationship with it. Reliable and practical: The clearly structured advice and helpful tips will help you successfully navigate the early days with your kitten and raise your cat to be a healthy and happy pet. Ideal for new cat owners: Particularly recommended for newcomers to cat ownership who are looking for an easy-to-understand, practical guide to help them master their first steps as cat owners. Zoo Roco Tips for cat owners: Patience during the settling-in period: When you bring a new kitten into your home, make sure it can slowly and calmly get used to its new home. Give it plenty of time to familiarise itself with its surroundings. Training from the start: Start early with the training of your kitten. A clear daily routine, regular feeding and creating safe places to retreat help to build a stable bond and trust. Healthcare: Ensure your kitten receives the necessary vaccination and is examined regularly by a vet. A healthy start in life is crucial for a long, happy life with your cat. Cat litter and scratching posts: Ensure there are plenty of scratching posts and a clean litter tray. These things contribute significantly to your cat’s happiness and well-being. Lots of love and attention: A kitten needs plenty of care, especially in the first few months. Spend time with your little companion regularly to strengthen your bond and give them a sense of security.

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.

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.

Cat languageCat-speak for two-legged friendsby Hofmann HelgaBlurbPurring, meowing, humping - our cat has a lot to say. But do we always interpret their language correctly? Why don't you learn kitten language? Then you'll know what your cat expects from you - and you too can clearly express your wishes or displeasure. Mutual understanding brings harmony to the cat-human relationship. In GU Tierratgeber Katzensprache, cat expert Helga Hofmann explains how cats communicate with each other, how they talk to humans and how you can make yourself understood by your velvet paw. Helga Hofmann gives valuable tips on how to avoid misunderstandings in the daily interaction between humans and cats. The behavioural interpreter explains typical behaviours of our four-legged friends. And with SOS - what to do? help is guaranteed in an emergency. As an extra, there's the GU Pet Plus app. This makes the pet guide interactive and provides further interesting additional information and pictures.

Practice book Cat clicker training: clicker basics and tricks for every type of cat. Medical training for grooming and vet visits. Illustrated exercises step by step (GU Tier - Spezial) von Stockfleth, Bettina

Practical Handbook DogsHow man and dog become a dream team! The dog expert Heike Schmidt-Röger shows in the standard work Hunde. Das GU Praxishandbuch what your four-legged friend needs to feel completely at ease. In six chapters, you can find out everything important about choosing a dog, basic equipment, nutrition and care, as well as about training and occupation. Which breed suits you and your lifestyle? What do you need to look out for in a second dog? What should be in the food bowl? How do you look after a sick dog properly? How can you avoid training mistakes? This practical handbook provides answers to these and many other questions, helping to create a harmonious human-dog relationship. You will also find various special features: The Research & Practice pages offer up-to-date specialist knowledge, on interview pages dog experts also answer questions on behaviour, problems with dogs or the right activity, and question-and-answer pages provide practical knowledge transfer.

Cat gamesChasing furry mice, catching tufts of feathers, running after balls - there's nothing cats love more than playing. And the best thing is when your beloved human finds time for extensive playtime! This guidebook offers an inexhaustible source of original ideas that guarantee fun and exercise your cat's skills. There are also countless suggestions on how to transform your home and balcony into an adventure playground for little tigers. So indoor cats will never be bored again!

Well-being basics for little tigersCan indoor cats really be happy without access to the outdoors? After reading the GU Pet Guide: Indoor Cats, the answer to this question is a resounding yes. Author Gabriele Linke-Grün describes how to create exciting cat territories in your home, regardless of whether your living space is small or large. A well-thought-out fitness and activity programme challenges the skills and senses of these little predators and banishes boredom. The focus is on a harmonious cat-human relationship: playing together fosters bonding, as do intimate interactions, relaxing massages and plenty of cuddles. Of course, a comprehensive cat wellbeing programme also includes a balanced diet, careful grooming and maintaining good health. Naturally, these topics are also covered in detail in this guide. As an extra, there’s the GU Heimtier Plus app. This makes the pet guide interactive and provides further interesting additional information and images.

Our - Puppy / The right start in a new home! Everything beginners need to know about caring for and training a puppy. What a puppy learns in its first few months of life shapes its entire life. Make the most of this crucial period so that your puppy grows into a happy and obedient dog. Successful dog trainer Katharina Schlegl-Kofler explains how to do this in the GU pet guide Our Puppy. She answers all the key questions regarding your puppy’s wellbeing: from equipment, diet, grooming and healthcare right through to training and exercise. There are also tips on choosing the right breed. And the book doesn’t skimp on initial training exercises either. The author explains step by step how to house-train your puppy and how to teach it commands such as “Come!”, “Sit!”, “Down!” or walking on a lead. Lots of tried-and-tested tips help you build a trusting relationship between you and your puppy. As an extra, there’s the GU Heimtier Plus app. This makes the pet guide interactive and provides further interesting additional information and pictures.

GU- So easy is dog training Anyone can do it! Dog training without prior knowledge, without taking up too much time and without lengthy explanations? Yes, it works! Successful dog trainer Katharina Schlegl-Kofler shows you how it’s done in this book. Don't want to read long treatises on dog training? Don't have time for an extensive training programme? Here's the solution: basic training with the most important exercises in a nutshell. The successful dog trainer Katharina Schlegl-Kofler offers the basics for stress-free coexistence between humans and dogs in her GU guidebook So einfach geht Hundeerziehung. She shows why certain training measures are so important in everyday life. Everything is explained in a way that is easy to understand, so that even beginners in dog training will have no problems. Short training plans help with the implementation. Step-by-step illustrations allow the essentials of each exercise to be recognised at a glance. Typical training mistakes are also revealed. You get to know the dog's language, learn how the dog sees situations and receive tips on how to prevent problems and master tricky situations. This is how simple but effective dog training works.

GU - Dwarf hamster book The recognized hamster expert Peter Fritzsche with this book gives the beginner everything he should know about the attitude of dwarf hamsters. 64 pages with pictures Everything about the attitude of dwarf hamsters With helpful tips Author Peter Fritzsche Publisher GU The expert Peter Fritzsche explains what the four-breed dwarf hamster species need to feel right at home as a pet. Apart from adequate accommodation and a balanced diet, this also requires sufficient exercise. The dwarf hamster expert will show you how you can offer the divers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of climbing possibilities, tubes and buddel-boxes in the cage or in the open air.

GU Clicker Box for Cats GU Clicker Box for Cats including clicker for instant fun Clicker training is a fantastic way to gently teach your cat new behaviours without coercion. Includes a guidebook, practical exercise cards and a high-quality clicker. Clicker training is a great way to communicate with your cat precisely and without misunderstandings, and to teach new behaviours. For example, with the help of positive reinforcement, your feline friend can learn to use the cat flap or to remain relaxed during a vet’s examination. Tricks such as fetching are also included. This makes clicker training an ideal way to manage problematic behaviour, even in cases such as aggression towards humans. The GU Cat Clicker Box teaches the basics, and you’ll learn step by step how to use the clicker effectively in basic training and trick training. You can combine the practical exercise cards to create new training sessions – and keep the instructions to hand during training. The author also answers frequently asked questions and offers solutions to common problems. Thanks to the included clicker, nothing stands in the way of immediate clicker fun.

GU Guide - Lovable dwarf rabbits The comprehensive dwarf rabbit guide for the whole family - completely new Paperback format 144 pages Author: Monika Wegler Dwarf rabbits capture the hearts of young and old with their cute appearance. In order to offer them a nice, species-appropriate life, you should know their lifestyle and needs. The experienced author and animal photographer Monika Wegler provides a competent, entertaining and practical introduction to the life of dwarf rabbits and passes on her knowledge and experience of housing, nutrition, health and occupation from over 35 years of keeping rabbits. She is on hand with help and advice for parents who want to introduce their children to keeping animals. In extraordinary, emotional photos, Monika Wegler shows typical behaviours of the dwarves as well as important hand movements. Exciting projects and observation tips invite you to discover the animals and their special abilities. At-a-glance pages present creative toys and treats in a new form. As a special extra, the free GU Pet Plus app offers additional instructions, pictures and more.

GU cat clicker training, book with clicker The high-quality clicker starter set for all cat owners - with practical clicker target stick The trick with the click! Whether you want to get your cat used to using the scratching post or brushing willingly with the help of positive reinforcement - clicker training is suitable for a wide variety of exercises. Of course, tricks such as do-the-roll or give-me-five are also a must. They provide your velvet paw with physical and mental exercise. Experienced cat psychologist Katja Rüssel provides precise step-by-step instructions for training with clicker and target stick in the GU Animal Guide Cats - Clicker Training. Useful exercises, such as using the cat flap or being lifted, make everyday life easier. Numerous tips help to avoid mistakes right from the start. And if you still have problems with clicker training, there is tried and tested advice. Keeps training exciting for cats and humans. The GU Heimtier Plus app is available as an extra. This makes the pet guide interactive and provides further interesting additional information and pictures.

Small aquariums - Underwater world in miniature format 64 pages color illustrations practical tips Author Ulrich Schliewen Publisher GU Underwater world in miniature: Small aquariums are particularly popular because they also fit into the smallest apartment. The first guide on this topic shows which fish and plants are suitable for small pools of up to 60 cm in length and are comfortable together. With many practical tips on the right equipment of the aquarium and the proper care of its inhabitants.

GU – Rabbits in Outdoor Enclosures Everything beginners need to know to keep their rabbits in an outdoor enclosure all year round. 64 pages with pictures Everything about keeping rabbits outside all year round with helpful tips Author Monika Wegler Publisher GU Experience nature with all your senses! You can do this for your rabbits if you keep them in a garden or balcony enclosure all year round. The GU animal guide Rabbits in outdoor enclosures not only shows wonderful examples of species-appropriate outdoor homes, it also offers an all-round feel-good guarantee for these lively and alert animals. This includes a healthy diet, careful care, comprehensive health care and - most importantly - the company of their own kind. The author and photographer Monika Wegler gives valuable tips on how to keep your rabbits occupied in a varied way. You will also receive practical advice in the event of problems with your rabbit's behaviour. The behaviour interpreter explains typical rabbit behaviour. And with SOS - what to do? help is guaranteed in an emergency. The GU Heimtier Plus app is available as an extra. This makes the pet guide interactive and provides further interesting additional information and pictures.

GU - Play ideas for dwarf rabbits Creative hutch design and tried-and-tested games promote the well-being of dwarf rabbits in both indoor and outdoor enclosures. These nimble little hoppers need freedom of movement: lively dwarf rabbits love to run and jump for all they’re worth. The basis for a happy rabbit life is therefore a varied enclosure that offers the animals not only plenty of space but also opportunities to dig and hide. For indoor care, the book presents a clever modular system, a multi-level structure for confined spaces and multifunctional furniture, and for outdoor care, many clever furnishing ideas. The accessories and structures are available ready-made or can be easily made yourself thanks to the clear instructions. Numerous tried-and-tested solo, feeding and puzzle games ensure that your little ones are guaranteed never to get bored again. Finally, a dedicated section shows how to build the necessary trust between owner and rabbit, so that both can enjoy playing together, such as jumping over hurdles and running slaloms.

GU Aquarium fish from A-ZA portrait of over 300 popular freshwater fishPlus: Fish for the nano aquarium, shrimps & co. 256 pages Colour illustrations Paperback Portraits of over 300 freshwater fish Author Ulrich Schliewen Publisher GU Whether young or old, beginner or advanced: aquarium enthusiasts are always flirting with new fish species. After all, tropical freshwater fish with their dazzling colours and fascinating behaviour make the aquarium an exciting nature experience. However, this should not tempt you to put too many fish in one tank or even to socialise fish that have different requirements. The fish expert Dr Ulrich Schliewen offers compact knowledge on around 300 fish species in the large GU Aquarium Fish Compass from A to Z - sorted by German species names for beginners. Each fish portrait contains all the important information - from their way of life in the wild, to their husbandry requirements in the aquarium, to care and socialisation tips. Coloured buttons show the required tank size and water temperature at a glance. The most popular shrimps, crabs, crayfish and snails for the aquarium are presented in portraits in an extra chapter.

GU- Cats feel-good guarantee for small and large purrers Cats simply make you happy. They banish stress and bad moods, radiating harmony and serenity. The price we pay: our feline friend takes over the house. But that’s worth it for our happiness. Cats are versatile: sometimes affectionate and cuddly, then again independent and unpredictable. Cat expert Brigitte Eilert-Overbeck knows all about purrers, having lived with them for many years. The GU Animal Guide to Cats provides all the essential knowledge on choosing the right cat, appropriate keeping, healthy nutrition, correct activity and suitable care for small and large purrers. You receive lots of useful information and tips, such as how to clearly understand your pet’s moods or how to pamper your feline companion with wellness treatments to strengthen your bond even further. The behavioural interpreter also explains typical cat behaviours. Expert: Everything you need to know about choosing, keeping, care, nutrition and health of small and large purrers. Practical: Lots of tips and ideas ensure that everyday life with cats remains entertaining, even when kept indoors. Emotional: The Cat Understanding Programme forms the basis for a happy and contented coexistence between humans and their feline friends. What should I do if: Expert tips to ensure nothing goes wrong.

Gu Maine Coon A wild-looking natural beauty from the north-east of the USA! Behind the Maine Coon’s imposing appearance, with its sweeping ruff, characteristic lynx-like tufts on the ears and muscular build, lies an intelligent, sociable and very gentle feline personality. They love spending time with their humans, playing with them or being mentally stimulated by them. To this end, experienced breeder and animal psychologist Birgit Kieffer shows you how you can make these gentle giants happy with mental stimulation, and provides many valuable tips for species-appropriate activities. You’ll also learn everything you need to know about the origins of this fascinating breed, the different colour variations, and what to look out for when buying one. To ensure your Maine Coon feels completely at home, there’s plenty of practical advice on care and keeping, tailored to the specific needs of this breed.

GU – Our Kitten Here you will find out everything your kitten needs in its first six months to feel completely at home. Kittens are irresistible: with their clumsy movements, big eyes and fluffy fur, they take our hearts by storm. In this guide, author Brigitte Eilert-Overbeck provides the basic knowledge on how to care for, keep active and maintain the health of kittens. The author’s wealth of practical knowledge and a wealth of tips and ideas make the book an indispensable guide for every cat lover. Great special features convey the information in an engaging way; for example, the ‘Behaviour Interpreter’ helps with communicating with your pet. ‘At a Glance’ explains the animal’s sensory abilities through words and pictures. Under “Good to know – best avoided!”, you’ll learn what matters most in the first few days with your new pet. And the 10 GU success tips at the end of the book summarise the information concisely. Do you still have questions after reading? Then write to the publisher. Thanks to the GU expert service, you have a direct line to the specialist.

GU Hamster book Everything you need to know about hamsters to keep these small rodents in a species-appropriate way. 64 pages with pictures everything about hamsters with helpful tips Author Peter Fritzsche Publisher GU The book explains everything about keeping, caring for and occupying hamsters. It explains what hamsters need to feel comfortable, their diet and how they can reduce their need for exercise in a species-appropriate way. With ideas and tips on ways to keep them occupied and for a species-appropriate and varied home environment. Tips on selection and purchase, offspring, diseases and, of course, hamster behaviour.