Degus: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual Paperback – January 1, 2001

We just got a pair of degu brothers for Christmas and this is one of the VERY few books on the subject. It's been a big help, although I will say that the book recommends fruit as an option for degu meals, but I've heard from many that you should never give a degu fruit since they're pre-diabetic. Just a heads up to new degu owners out there.

As a new Degus owner this was the first and only book I picked up to prepare for our new pet to come home. It is very comprehensive and well written. Highly recommend!

I love the style of book this publisher does. The pictures are great, though I'd love to see more. The information is useful and relevant. It would be a five star if there was just a little more information for those of us who like to know more. But, if you have or are considering acquiring this unusual pet, this is most of what you'll need.My personal opinion of these as pets, in case you're wondering, is not favorable for most people. If you want a great rodent pet, get a rat. Believe it or not, they are wonderful pets. They are not "creepy" like most people think. They are domestically bred and legal in all states (Degus are not). Degus do not like to be held and rats love to ride around on your shoulder and just see what's up. Degus food is hard to come by. If not fed properly, they easily turn diabetic. I've had hamsters, rats, degus and even an opossum. The rat is the best for kids.This book is best for general knowledge.

Degus are different than other small rodents and need special care. This book had all the information needed.

The pictures in this book are great, and most of the information is very helpful. However, the information is repeated over and over throughout the book. I read about half way through and decided to put it down. I figured at that point, I pretty much got all the contect I was going to get out of it.

Very informational and easy to understand.

Book is not up to date and some of the information is incorrect!

It's a bit outdated.I would have liked some more information on them...................The Veterinarian says they like fruit sticks to chew on...