The Bookmobile will not be at any stops this week for scheduled maintenance. We will resume a normal schedule Tuesday, May 28.

Pets

From Great Danes to guppies, horses to hamsters, pets come in all shapes and sizes. Whether your pet has fur, feathers or scales, the new Pets Neighborhood has the information you need to choose and care for your companion. Designed to bring together all relevant resources, the Pets Neighborhood is a one-stop place for up-to-date and useful information for pet owners or those considering owning a pet.

Featured Pets Titles

HOUNDED : The Lowdown on Life from Three DachshundsDINNER FOR DOGS : 50 home-cooked recipes for a happy, healthy dogWHAT THE DOGS TAUGHT ME : unconventional wisdom, observations, and suggestions that will make you a better hunter, shooter, and hunting dog ownerA STREET CAT NAMED BOB : And How He Saved My LifePUPPY BIBLE : The Ultimate Week-by-Week Guide to Raising Your PuppyMURRAY MCMURRAY HATCHERY'S CHICKENS IN FIVE MINUTES A DAY : Raising, Tending and Getting Eggs from a Small Backyard Flock Made Easy

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Recent Pets Blog Posts

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Dog Treats

Creating homemade treats for your dog can be fun for you and your dog, and they make great gifts for your dog friends during the holidays.

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October is Adopt-a-Dog Month

October is Adopt-A-Dog Month, and the Library is acting as a collection point for donations to Helping Hands Humane Society.

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Keep Your Cat Happy

Keep your cat happy by adopting new play activities and making dinners you both can enjoy.

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Parrots on the Road

Before taking your pet bird on the road, read these travel tips to ensure a safe trip.

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Frogs and Toads as Pets?

If you’re considering adopting a frog or a toad, visit the Pets Neighborhood and read these books first.

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Zoo Animals Live

    Dennis, from the Topeka Zoo, brought a variety of snakes and reptiles to the August Zoo Animals Live. The Blue Tongue Skink is one of 300 reptiles that live in Australia. They do have a blue tongue that they use to discourage predators. Also, from Australia, Dennis brought a Bearded Dragon. They have adapted well [...]

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Dog World

Do you know about Dog World magazine? Check it out for a week and learn something new.

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Take Your Dog to Work Day

Friday, June 24, is Take Your Dog to Work Day. This “holiday” has been celebrated since 1999, when Pet Sitters International created a special day to announce that dogs are great companions and to encourage people to adopt a pet from their local shelters. If you and your favorite canine are planning a trip to [...]