Several books introduce degu care. The titles below were published in 2001 and 2014, so their advice should be read alongside current veterinary and welfare guidance, particularly for housing and nutrition. Publication details are provided to help identify the editions; inclusion is not an endorsement of every recommendation.
Publisher’s description: Pet owners looking for an active, social pet will be fascinated by Degus. These small, friendly, furry creatures make inquisitive and interesting pets. This book gives detailed information on the Degu, and on housing, feeding, and general care. Books in the Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals series present basic information about pets for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction cover feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, protection against hazards, and more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand, but most titles also present facts that even experienced pet owners and breeders will find new and useful. All books in this series are filled with high-quality colour photos and instructive line art.
- Publisher ‏ : ‎ B E S Pub Co (January 1, 2001)
- Language ‏ : ‎ English
- Paperback ‏ : ‎ 95 pages
- ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764116002
- ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764116001
An introduction to caring for degus. The publisher presents it as a general care guide for prospective and current degu owners. It covers care, health, diet, housing, food, and breeding. Plus how (and where) to select your Degu with facts, information and relevant web resources. It is written in an easy to read and understandable style. Perfect for anyone looking to own these amazing creatures. The original description also advertised an online readers’ club, updates and other benefits; their present availability has not been established. It’s written in a straightforward fashion from someone who has loved Degus for years. Susan Moore covers all aspects of keeping a Degu happy and healthy and even includes some training tips. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.
- Publisher ‏ : ‎ World Ideas Ltd; Illustrated edition (April 11, 2014)
- Language ‏ : ‎ English
- Paperback ‏ : ‎ 126 pages
- ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1910085030
- ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1910085035
Sources
Vanderlip, S. L. (2001). Degus: A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual. Barron’s Educational Series,95 pp. ISBN 9780764116001. https://lafeber.com/vet/wp-content/uploads/Degu-Basic-Info-Sheet.pdf
Moore, S. (2014). Degus as Pets: A Complete Degu Care Guide. World Ideas Ltd, illustrated edition,126 pp. ISBN 9781910085035. https://booksrun.com/9781910085035-degus-as-pets-a-complete-degu-care-guide