"Do you have a pet? If not, would you like one? And just what kind of pet would you prefer? There are certainly enough to choose from in the 89 lively photographs found in this entertaining animal book. Perhaps you've always longed for a pet jaguar, or have felt that home was never quite as comfortable as it might be if a majestic lion were curled in front of the fire or if a friendly seal brought your slippers every evening. You might even wish to have a stone marten as table companion, despite a certain amount of broken crockery. Whether your taste runs to alligators or tropical fish - or the usual favourite cats and dogs - you'll find much to interest you in these amusing pictures and the useful text which is full of good advice as to the habits of these animals and the care they require. Some of the most unusual and appealing pictures are those showing friendships between animals of different species. There are tabbies eyeing budgerigars, mice and even snakes with great amity, and dogs taking a protective attitude towards jaguar and fox friends. Many other animals, both those familiar to pet-keepers and those not generally seen in the home, have their place in this well-illustrated book, which all who like animals are bound to enjoy."-- On front flap of dust jacket.