Green Iguana: The Ultimate Owner's Manual

By James W. Hatfield III

Book Overview

A number of iguana pet books have been written in recent years, but still only one addresses the complete needs of these big green lizards: "Green Iguana—The Ultimate Owner's Manual" by James W.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1883463483
• ISBN13: 9781883463489
• Release Date: August 1996
• Publisher: Dunthorpe Press
• Length: 671 Pages
• Weight: 2.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 6.0" x 1.8"

Customer Reviews

More Than You'll Ever Need To Know...and then some!

This book is complete. Its about 3 inches thick and PACKED with more information about iguanas than anyone could possibly imagine exists about iguanas. It is clear from the get-go that James W. Hatfield III owns an iguana (in this case, Za, the "little" guy on the cover of the book) and is avid (one could even say, possessed), in discovering everything he can about his pet.The books not only contains your basis iguana care information, but also sites specific examples from, not only the author's experiences in raising his own iguana, but from the enormous chain of communication he has established over the years with multiple iguana owners and reptile specialists. Its truly impressive, and a worthwhile read. The author has even invented the ultimate iguana habitat that he willing shares how to make yourself, for those of you out there who know how to use a hammer. (Unlike myself.)I have one complaint, and it is actually more of a caution for new iguana owners. If you know nothing about iguanas, and have already made the mistake of buying one without research, perhaps you should buy a thinner book, just to get the proper overview. You could spend 3 years reading this book cover to cover! Or, instead of buying a different book, skip to the important sections like housing and feeding, before getting around to reading what parts of the country they come from.The ULTIMATE resource guide, to be sure.

The Iguana Owners Complete "Bible"!

This book is the best and only book an iguana owner ever need buy. The price is a little high but the information is accurate (rare in iguana care books) and comprehensive, meaning there is no need to buy a whole library of books because everything you need to know is in this book. The book does have a problem with too many useless iguana owner comments that seem to be there as filler to make the book bigger. There are however plenty of those comments that are quite useful and the rest are easy to skim over. Despite this the information is still the best and it is written in an easy to read and and consult manner. Whether you want it as a reference or to read it cover to cover you will be completely satisfied with this book and your iguana will live a long, healthy life.

More than just a reference book on Iguanas

If you own an Iguana or are considering buying one, do yourself a favor and buy this book. You'll find that this book will change the way you view your pet. You'll become a more educated and understanding caretaker - and your iguana will benefit from it.

A bit pricey, but the best choice for serious Iquana owners.

I bought this book thinking to myself, "I spend $32 some odd dollars on a book about Iquanas and I don't even read that often." I was sure I wasted my money until I got the book and begin purusing its pages. It is full of love and heart felt concern for the green fellow...I no longer have my Iguana, but I will NOT buy another one until I have completely read this book and have been saturated with Mr Hatfield's wisdom. This book is clear on what you should expect before you buy your iquana, what your should do after you buy it, and what you should expect for its lifetime. He is also sending out a free yearly Newsletters to further update you on any changing information he may get. If you buy any Iquana book it should be this one. Buy it...Buy it...Buy it!

A "must read" if you want, or already own an iguana!

I was getting an iguana for my fiance as a gift. I had NO idea what I needed to buy or how to care for an iguana. I looked through many other books & finally found this one. It will explain, from beginning to end, everything you could ever want to know about iguanas! From deciding if it is the right pet for you, to very detailed care specifications. So many people buy iguanas, not knowing what kind of housing requirements it needs or what kind of food could be toxic to them. I've known of iguana owners who have let their pet run free through the house, never once giving it appropriate lighting or food. Sadly enough, their iguanas died. Our iguana is now about 3 months old and has been so much fun! We took it to it's first vet appointment (which I read is a must!) and the vet says it's one of the healthiest one's she's ever seen! Because of this book, I was able to know what to look for when picking out a healthy iguana and am very careful on what I feed it. I have also learned that it can sometimes take up to 2 years to figure out if your iguana is male or female (that's why I keep using "it"). I not only recommend this book, but it is a "must read" for anyone who is thinking about owning an iguana! Signed--Newfound Iguana Lover