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Behavior of Exotic Pets
Valarie V Tynes
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Description for Behavior of Exotic Pets
Paperback. Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. Divided into species-specific chapters, the book explains the normal behavior for each group of animals, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. Editor(s): Tynes, Valarie V. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MZG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 269 x 212 x 15. Weight in Grams: 658.
Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. Divided into species-specific chapters, the book explains the normal behavior for each group of animals, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. The book also addresses animals’ environmental needs based on their behavior to enable owners to provide better husbandry and avoid potential problems. Descriptions of common behavioral problems are included, with practical recommendations for their treatment or management.
Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. Divided into species-specific chapters, the book explains the normal behavior for each group of animals, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. The book also addresses animals’ environmental needs based on their behavior to enable owners to provide better husbandry and avoid potential problems. Descriptions of common behavioral problems are included, with practical recommendations for their treatment or management.
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Key features:
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The first and only book on exotic pet behavior written by behaviorists
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Covers a wide range of exotic pet species
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Discusses methods for treating and managing common behavioral problems
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Offers practical advice on topics such as housing and handling of animals
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Includes separate chapters on learning, welfare, and behavioral pharmacology
Product Details
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780813800783
SKU
V9780813800783
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-1
About Valarie V Tynes
Valarie V. Tynes DVM, Dipl. ACVB, is an Animal Behavior Consultant based in Texas. She gained her Board Certification from the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists in 2003 following a three year residency at the University of California Davis. She previously practiced small and exotic animal medicine for almost 15 years before specializing. Valarie frequently speaks at veterinary continuing education ... Read more
Reviews for Behavior of Exotic Pets
"In this guide to the behavior of various exotic pets, specific chapters address a species or group of species in detail and the final chapters are a concise overview of learning theory, behavioral pharmacology, and exotic pet welfare. This is a great reference for exotic animal practitioners wishing to learn more about the species-typical behaviors of their patients and methods ... Read more