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5 Stars and beyond!
this handy book tells you everything you need to know about taking care of your little friends. From feeding to what to do when they escape this book has it all!

A good book for the beginner
This book is packed with attractive pictures, although mainly of mice,despite the title.Some of the information is a little sparce and thereare a few errors.But overall its a good choice for someone just steppingout into the world of small mammal pets. ... Read more

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It's everything a kid could want besides a pet!
This is a wonderful book for younger children!(Older people can read it as well,but is geared toward young readers.)She presents each pocket pet well,by saying pluses and dowsides of having each.I know each pet well and obviously she does too!(I did find one slight problem in the gerbil section:this book was written a while back when gerbils only came in 1 color,brown,so of course she says they come in just that color.But gerbils these days gerbils come in tons of colors!)It includes cute pictures too!I would recommend it to anyone who has or is a small child:) ... Read more

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From basic care to fun games, this book shows rat owners the way out of a maze of questions. ... Read more

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Must-have for rat owners and lovers alike!
I bought this book after getting my three ratties, and have found it very helpful. It has information on almost everything to do with rats. It has what to feed them, what not to feed them, games to play with them, what to do on a hot day, how to find a good vet ect ect. The author's voice sounds kind and caring but also informative and I must say, I use this book all the time! It's a must-have for all rat owners.
Highly recommended!

Very good
I truly enjoyed this book and it has all the information one needs to take care of a rat!

The best care book for rat owners!
This is the best and most accurate rattie care guide I've read. Ms Ducommun is know as the Rat Lady and has been one of the best rat health experts for many many years.
I have 5 rats myself and even though I'm experienced in their care I found this book interesting to read. I think every rat enthusiast should have this on their book shelf :-)

A very informative book
We landed ourselves a pet rat a little over a year ago.Neither of us really knew much about rats, but we muddled through researching here and there on the internet and asking questions at the pet shop, etc.Our rat seemed healthy and happy, but I always worried that we might be missing something.

I received this book for Christmas, and by the end of Christmas morning I had read 2/3 of it!It is such an interesting and informative read.It put my mind at ease on several issues, taught me quite a bit and it is great to know that I have it as a reference if anything should ever happen to our precious Ratatouille!Like another reviewer already said, it might not go into quite enough detail for people who already know a lot about rats, but for your everyday rat owner, I think it is more than sufficient.

Oh, and, after reading in this book that you should never keep a solitary rat, unless you can spend several hours a day with it (we manage a couple of hours a day), we are off to get a house mate for her, in the new year.Of course, now we have this book, we know how to successfully introduce the new rat in the correct and proper way ;o)

Complete Care: Rats
I have a pet rat, and this book was helpful. I especially liked the chapters telling about games you can play with your rat and showing them. It was also very helpful on food, cages, and health. I would recommend it to people of all ages. ... Read more

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Information on "Care Of Uncommon Pets" by William J. Weber
This book contains 222 pages of information on caring for Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Chickens, Snakes, Lizards, Gerbils, Mice, Rats, Turtles, Frogs, Toads, Ducks, Budgerigars and Tortoises. All of the information is accurate. There is a bibliography at the end of each section, as well as a glossary and a section with step-by-step instructions on making a cage. Highly recommended. ... Read more

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From basic care to fun games, this book shows rat owners the way out of a maze of questions. ... Read more

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A MUST for rat companions
My grandson loves his new pet rat, Roxanne. Unfortunately, his previously also-loved rat passed into pet heaven at less than a year old. I couldn't tell him much about proper nutrition or care, or how long they may live, so I want him to be better prepared this time. Roxanne will probably also give me a kiss for this. This book is brightly illustrated, with good instructions.

The Ultimate Care Guide
This is the most complete and accurate guide to caring for pets rats that I have ever read. It is a terrible shame that it has been allowed to go out of print. It is an indispensible reference for new and experienced rat owners. Nutrition, training, history, health...it's all here, along with some really cute photos.

Super book!
This is just about the best rat book I have ever seen!I really think it deserves 6 stars, but that wasn't an option. :-)It is a exelent beginner's book, but even the most experienced rat owner can learn somthing from it.I only dissagree with Mrs. Ducommun on one point- she says to use 1x1 1/2 inch mesh for a cage.This is too big- a rat could get it's head stuck!Other then that, everything you need to know about rats is in here.The book also gives good information about breeding and showing your rats.A must-read!<:8)~

Excellent book!
I concur with the other reviews in this space.It really is an excellent guide, and the author's website...is also quite helpful.I am truly impressed by the detail of this book, which still maintains an easy reading level (so it's suitable for kids in the 9-12 range right on up to grownups) and an attractive layout.In addition, the author states that she is willing to help *you* with any rat questions or problems and gives her contact information, including phone number!That's dedication!

Some day, I hope to get hold of a copy of her Rat Health Care booklet, but for now this book remains my ratty Bible.

an adorable book
I just wanted to concur with everything that other reviewers have written.This is a superb little book with beautiful pictures of cuddly rats.The only flaw in it I could think of is that it doesn't mention my favorite rat treat (matzoh). ... Read more

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Wonderful For Novice and Experienced Rat Fanciers!
I have read the book The Proper Care Of Fancy Rats (t.f.h.) - repeatedly - and have found the information to be invaluable.It covers basic care, illnesses, varieties and standards, breeding and some of the basics of rat genetics.It also includes a lot of beautiful full color photos.I've read a few other books on rodent care, none of which were as detailed as this (those books all ended up in a used book store).I would HIGHLY suggest that every rat owner purchase this book and keep it handy.Its easy to follow and covers all the bases!

The "Encyclopedia Rattica"
More than just a guide to the proper care of rats, Nick Mays' excellent book is also a history of human-rat relations, an introduction to rat genetics, and a full color guide to many of the breeds of "fancy" rats.Well-written and logically organized, this is the best kind of reference book: both informative and fun to read.Although the book's historical survey of the "rat fancy" concentrates primarily on the United Kingdom, this fascinating story will surely be appreciated by rat lovers throughout the world.

Mays not only creates an accurate and affectionate portrait of the domesticated rat, but he also creates a comparable portrait of those rat fanciers who have for generations taken these intelligent and personable creatures into our homes and hearts.This book is a tribute to the strength of the bonds that can exist between members of different species.

The best rat book in the universe 8/8/99
I had at one time purchised This book, And i didn't have the money to keep it so I took it back. Days after, I yearned to have it back. So I went back to the store were I had bought it and they told me they Didn't have itanymore. I felt so sad, and up to this day I havn't been able to find itanywere.Now that I found it, I will be sure to buy it, and to keep it. Isay it is the very most helpful, Wonderful book you could ever have on TheCare and Keeping of Fancy rats. -Brie

Excellent book for fanciers!
The first time I read this book, I was astounded! Mr. Mays is a true expert, presenting the information in an easy to read, clear style. Where other authors have failed, Mr. Mays includes almost everything on breeding,illnesses, and showing. I highly recommend this book to a novice rat owneror shower. Good work, Mr. Mays!

AMUST HAVE FOR RAT OWNERS!
Nick has done it again! This outing proves to be his best, by far. Thoroughly readable and very enjoyable. ... Read more

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For the little ones, about the (other) little ones
With this book, young rat-lovers would not only learn the important, basic facts about their pet rats, but most likely also play a greater role in caring for their rats.The fundamentals of rat care are here in a simple, colorful, engaging, endearing, and non-intimidating way.The "narrator" of the book is a bright, energetic rat: "A nesting box or a hammock is the best for me.I need plenty of... bedding and enough room to snuggle up with my friends."The graphic design of the book is excellent: full color photos of adorable rats (Siamese are especially featured), bold graphics with facts and warnings, rattie footprint borders, and amusing thought bubbles with most of the photos.

Unlike many rat care books, the guidance in this book is modern - no pine or cedar shavings (toxic or as rat in the book says "The dust could make me sick."), no rickety metal or wire botttomed cages, and pellets (and healthy treats) are recommended over seed mixtures.

This is definitely a book for younger children though.A quote: "You will need an adult to help take care of me.He or she will make sure we are both safe and do not hurt each other by mistake.Teach your adult helper everything you learn from this book."That could lead to some great child-parent-rodent moments, but the adult(s) in the rat-friendly household should probably also have a more in-depth rat care guide for the detailed biological and medical information and heavy problems (old age is mentioned in this book, but not death or debilitating illness).With your aid, this book should help your little rat owner become a more responsible, more nuturing person. ... Read more