Sharon Vanderlip

African pygmy hedgehogs are fascinating and mysterious animals. Dr. Vanderlip’s new book is the most comprehensive and authoritative book available on the subject. It tells you everything you want to know about these tiny, spiny animals. Topics include natural history, health care, reproduction, nutrition, housing, and much, much more. Whether you own one pet hedgehog or are raising an entire colony, this informative book, filled with beautiful photos, is a must for anyone interested in hedgehogs!

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Dr. Vanderlip’s newest Shih Tzu book is the first in a brand new Barron’s Breed Bible series for dog lovers and prospective dog purchasers. This hard cover book is filled with beautiful color photos. Dr. Vanderlip discusses the Shih Tzu breed in detail, with particular emphasis on understanding the breed’s behavior, personality, characteristics, and physical traits. Shih Tzu breed history, special needs, how to select a Shih Tzu puppy, and how to properly care for a Shih Tzu are all covered in detail. Special topics include health maintenance, nutrition, grooming, exercise, training and play activities. A DVD is enclosed with the book that presents an informal dog training course for new owners, describing methods for house training, walking dogs on a leash, and teaching obedience to hand signals and vocal commands. Published 2009. 160 pages.

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Dr. Vanderlip’s newly revised Dwarf Hamster Pet Owners Manual (2009) 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 Dr. Vanderlip’s original Dwarf Hamsters Pet Owners Manual (1999), which has been widely acclaimed as the most accurate and authoritative book available on dwarf hamsters.  Dr. Vanderlip’s exhaustive, comprehensive research and extensive knowledge about these species set the record straight on correct nomenclature and species identification. 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.Beginners and experienced pet owners alike 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.

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The diminutive Yorkshire Terrier is a spirited dog that has been a favorite, and often pampered, pet since the nineteenth century. Canine authority, Dr.Vanderlip, packs this wonderful book full of exciting, fun, and accurate information. Dr. Vanderlip’s book is a must-have for Yorkie lovers worldwide!Published 2007. 93 pages.

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The Pomeranian is a friendly, high-spirited, heavily-coated little dog that is a descendant of the sled dogs of Iceland and Lapland. Canine expert, Dr. Vanderlip, provides  valuable, detailed information to help owners keep their Poms healthy and happy. Published 2007. 153 pages.

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Native to South America, Chinchillas are best known for their soft, beautiful fur and gentle personality. Chinchillas are affectionate, have long life spans, and make wonderful pets. In this comprehensive handbook filled with beautiful photographs, Dr. Vanderlip provides Chinchilla enthusiasts with accurate and authoritative information on chinchilla traits, behavior, health, housing, feeding, breeding, genetics, and general care. Published 2006. 153 pages.

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This delightful little book offers more than 1000 dog names listed alphabetically to match every dog’s character and personality. The book is entertaining and informative and enhanced with dozens of endearing color photos. Published 2005. 48 pages

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Cats have very distinctive personalities and every kitten deserves a name to match its looks and character. One thousand names are presented in alphabetical order, along with dozens of wonderful kitten photos, in this entertaining and informative book.  Published 2005. 48 pages.

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This wonderful book is packed with detailed advice on the care, training, grooming, diet, emergency care, and special health considerations of Shih Tzu. Topics include the history of the breed, selecting the right puppy, and preventive health care. Complete with beautiful color photos and instructive line art, this book is a must for everyone who loves Shih Tzu. It is ideal for new owners and experienced owners. Published 2004. 153 pages.

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This outstanding guinea pig handbook is comprehensive, detailed, useful, and fun to read! From the fascinating chapter on the evolutionary history of the guinea pig (cavy), Dr. Vanderlip’s book delves into important aspects of guinea pig care, including nutrition, housing, medical conditions, handling, emergency care, behavior, and how to raise guinea pigs. Numerous beautiful color photographs of the many guinea pig breeds and color varieties add to the beauty of this excellent, accurate, and authoritative book. A necessity for the new pet owner or the experience cavy breeder, this is one book that belongs in the library of anyone who wants to learn about guinea pigs in great detail. Published 2003. 161 pages.

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Completely revised by Dr. Vanderlip, Lhasa Apsos is an excellent and entertaining book. It is filled with detailed advice on the care, training, grooming, emergency care, and special health considerations of Lhasa Apsos. Topics include the history of the breed, selecting the right puppy, and preventive health care. Complete with beautiful color photos, informative tables and charts, and instructive line art. A must for all Lhasa lovers, novice and experienced. Published 2002. 95 pages.

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Prairie Dogs are playful, intelligent rodents that are fun, but challenging, to keep as pets. Affectionate, but strong-willed and mischievous, Prairie Dogs are not for everyone. For those individuals who own or plan to own a Prairie Dog, Dr. Vanderlip’s authoritative and informative book is a treasure packed with valuable, accurate, up to date information, necessary for all Prairie Dog pet owners and wildlife rehabilitation centers. 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, tables, and charts. Published 2002. 95 pages.

Note: Shortly after Prairie Dogs was published, prairie dog ownership was temporarily banned in the United States and Barron’s Educational Series, Inc. did not make a second printing of this outstanding book. The ban on prairie dog ownership has since been lifted. Dr. Vanderlip owns the copyright to Prairie Dogs and plans are underway to publish the newest edition. If you are interested in purchasing the new Prairie Dogs book, please contact Dr. Vanderlip directly.

The highly prized Scottish Terrier is one of the oldest dog breeds on earth. This book provides detailed information on where to buy a Scottish Terrier and how to feed, groom, train, and care for it. A description of the Scottish Terrier’s historical background and “terrier traits”, plus detailed advice, beautiful photographs, instructive line art, and informative tables and charts, make this book a very valuable resource for all Scottish Terrier owners. Published 2001. 95 pages.

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Both smooth-haired and wire-haired Fox Terriers are discussed in detail in this wonderful book filled with advice on training, grooming, feeding, health care, and much more. Complete with numerous color photographs, anatomically accurate line art, and informative tables and charts. Published 2001. 95 pages.

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Degus are attractive, intelligent, fascinating, colonial rodents from South America. Degus also make wonderful pets! Until Dr. Vanderlip wrote this Degus book, pet owners could find very little accurate information about degus. Dr. Vanderlip’s research and personal experiences raising degus inspired her to write this book and to share her knowledge with pet owners. Dr. Vanderlip provides detailed and accurate information about degu natural history, health, care, housing, feeding, handling, and breeding. The book is filled with high quality color photos and instructive line art. Published 2001. 95 pages.

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This is an outstanding, detailed book on the care, housing, health, nutrition, breeding and raising of fancy pet mice. The book is filled with beautiful color photographs, line art, tables, charts, and valuable information. Dr. Vanderlip provides advice to keep pet mice healthy. This is an excellent book for both beginners and experienced pet owners. Published 2001. 95 pages.

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Published in 1984, this acclaimed book is considered by many to be the most authoritative and informative book ever written about the Collie breed. It sold out completely shortly after publication and is now a rare and valuable collector’s item. Fortunately, Dr. Vanderlip is working on a new Collie book. The new book contains beautiful new color photos and the latest information and research on the Collie breed, updated in detail over the last 30 years, as well as all of the information that was presented in the 1984 book.

Anticipated release date for the new book is late 2012.

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Published in 1985, this Collie book sold out shortly after publication. It is out of print and a rare collector’s item. Contact Dr. Vanderlip directly to inquire.