African pygmy hedgehogs are fascinating and mysterious animals. Dr. Vanderlip's new book tells you everything you want to know about these tiny, spiny animals, from their natural history to their health care. Whether you own one pet hedgehog or are raising an entire colony, this comprehensive book, filled with information and beautiful photos, is a must have for anyone with an interest in hedgehogs!

Degus are attractive, intelligent, fascinating rodents from South America. They make wonderful pets. This outstanding book is comprehensive and detailed. It discussed Degu history, health, care, housing, feeding, handling, and breeding. The book is filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line art. Published 2001. 95 very informative pages.

Dr. Vanderlip's newly revised Dwarf Hamster Pet Care Manual is packed full of detailed information about  each of the four species of dwarf hamsters commonly kept as pets. This new book contains even more information than the original 1999 Dwarf Hamster book, which has been widely acclaimed as the most accurate and authoritative book available on dwarf hamsters. Prior to Dr. Vanderlip's 1999 Dwarf Hamster Pet Manual, there was much misinformation written about dwarf hamsters. Dr. Vanderlip's exhaustive, comprehensive research and extensive knowledge about these species set the record straight. Dr. Vanderlip discusses in detail everything pet owners want to know about dwarf hamsters, including their similarities and differences, origins, natural history, health care, housing, nutrition, and medical problems. She provides information on the genetic inheritance of the hamsters' various coat colors and patterns. Dr. Vanderlip also provides detailed information on dwarf hamster reproduction and raising dwarf hamsters. From the experienced dwarf hamster breeder to the new pet owner, everyone will learn from Dr. Vanderlip's 40 years' experience caring for several thousands of hamsters. Originally published 1999 and completely revised in 2009, this wonderful book is filled with beautiful new color photographs. Published 2009. 111 pages.

Prairie Dogs are playful, intelligent rodents that are fun to keep as pets. Affectionate, but strong-willed and mischievous, Prairie Dogs are not for everyone, but for those individuals who own or plan to own a Prairie Dog, this book is their guide. The book is packed with valuable, accurate, up to date information, necessary for Prairie Dog pet owners. Among the many topics covered are health, nutrition, housing, training, emergency care, the differences between Prairie Dog species, and a history of Prairie Dogs. The book is filled with beautiful color photographs, line art, and useful tables and charts. Published 2002. 95 pages.

This is an outstanding, detailed book on the care, housing, health, nutrition, breeding and raising of fancy pet mice. The book is complete with beautiful color photographs, line art, tables, and charts, and makes keeping pet mice fun and easy. An excellent book for both beginners and experienced pet owners.Published 2001. 95 pages.