Books in Far-Fetched Pets series

Lists the many pleasures of having a beaver for a pet, including his abilities to cut firewood, swat flies, and shape hamburger patties.

A whimsical look at what it would be like to own a pet bear introduces children to a bear's way of life

Discusses the pleasures of having a camel as a pet, including his ability to pick fruit from the neighbor's tree and the use of his humps as steps to the upper bank. Gives instructions for his general care.

Shows the kinds of problems and pleasures one might get from owning a pet lion

Discusses the pleasures of having a penguin as a pet, including his ability to punch out paper dolls and fetch the mail on a cold day. Gives instructions for his general care.

Lists the many pleasures of having a giraffe for a pet, including his abilities to get hay out of a hayloft, pick fruits you can't reach, and spot good places for a picnic a mile away.

Lists all the advantages of a pet penguin, noting how they make their owner laugh all the time, how they are always ready for a party, and how they love to dance

A whimsical treatise on the care, feeding, and grooming of a pet beaver also suggests ways in which the beaver can help around the house--swatting flies, cutting firewood, and other chores

A whimsical look at what it would be like to own a pet bear introduces children to a bear's way of life

Discusses the pros and cons of having a gorilla for a pet, including his strength at pounding nails and his dislike of baths.

A whimsical consideration of the trials and tribulations of owning a kangaroo also provides helpful instructions for the animal's general care

Lists the pleasures and problems of having an elephant as a pet, including his need for about 500 pounds of vegetation a day and his ability to compact trash or bring in firewood.