The original edition was the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of the ways in which animals can assist therapists with treatment of specific populations, and/or in specific settings. The second edition continues in this vein, with 7 new chapters plus substantial revisions of continuing chapters as the research in this field has grown. New coverage includes: Animals as social supports, Use of AAT with Special Needs students, the role of...

Examines the behavior of pet hamsters, gerbils, and guines paigs discussing what they eat. what their families are like, how they communicate, and what part of their behvior is instinctual.

Discusses the selection of a duck as a pet and how to house, feed, handle, groom, and breed it.

The third edition of Animal-Assisted Therapy in Counseling is the most comprehensive book available dedicated to training mental health practitioners in the performance of animal assisted therapy in counseling (AAT-C). New to this edition is discussion of the human-animal relational theory, a new theory dedicated to the practice of AAT-C. This edition also has added applications for supervision and includes the most recent research and practice. Consistent...

Discusses the characteristics of chinchillas and provides information on selection, feeding, housing, breeding, health care, and other aspects of keeping them as pets.

Describes various kinds of lizards while focusing on those which could best serve as pets by indicating the food they need and the care they require.

"Describes behavioral characteristics of wild and domestic gerbils and hamsters. Explains the difference between the two kinds of rodents, including physical and behavioral differences. Helps readers decide if a pet gerbil or hamster is right for them, and gives suggestions on caring for a pet rodent"--

Presents information about properly taking care of pet ferrets.