Books in Unusual Pets series

Can cockatiels talk? What is a cuttlebone? Why are cockatiels’ feet so special? If owning a cat or dog sounds boring to you, maybe you would enjoy having an unusual pet. This book explains both the good points and not-so-good points of keeping cockatiels as pets. Find out about the basic requirements of having cockatiels, such as housing, food, water and exercise needs. Learn how to handle and provide companionship for your cockatiels. If a friendly, beautiful, and fun animal sounds like a good pet, then a cockatiel might be right for you!

This series reveals how to choose and care for the unusual or exotic pets that children aspire to keep. Features include housing and shelter, food and water and exercise; how to handle and train a pet correctly; and the appropriate diet for the pet and signs of ill-health. The books stress the importance of providing a stimulating environment and companionship, and of choosing the most appropriate breed or type of pet for a person's circumstances.