The delightful illustrations by Axel Scheffler truly bring the idea of keeping squirrels to life, striking a perfect balance between children's doodles and cartoons. We learn that English children were warned a hundred years ago against keeping wild-caught squirrels, as they are difficult to tame and might bite your finger. So it's better to buy squirrels both in stores and in September, when their fur is in the best condition. But be careful: their feet must be clean, their eyes clear, and their teeth white. Yes, no one else tells you that, right?!.