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Tiny But Mighty: Kitten Lady's Guide to Saving the Most Vulnerable Felines
Hannah Shaw
5.0
*A New York Times Bestseller* #1 National Bestseller Indie Bestseller
From Kitten Lady, the professional kitten rescuer, humane educator, animal advocate, and owner of the popular Instagram @kittenxlady comes the definitive book on saving the most vulnerable--and adorable--feline population: newborn kittens.
Hannah Shaw, better known as Kitten Lady, has dedicated her life to saving the tiniest felines, but one doesn't have to be a professional kitten rescuer to change--and save--lives. In Tiny but Mighty, Hannah not only outlines the dangers newborn kittens face and how she combats them, but how you can help every step of the way, from fighting feline overpopulation on the streets to fostering unweaned kittens, from combating illness to combating compassion fatigue, from finding a vet to finding the purrfect forever home. Filled with information on animal welfare, instructional guides, and personal rescue stories of kittens like Chloe, Tidbit, Hank, and Badger--not to mention hundreds of adorable kitten photos--Tiny but Mighty is the must-have kitten book for cat lovers, current-and-future rescuers, foster parents, activists, and advocates.
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All Creatures Great and Small (All Creatures Great and Small, #1)
James Herriot
5.0
The classic multimillion copy bestseller
Delve into the magical, unforgettable world of James Herriot, the world's most beloved veterinarian, and his menagerie of heartwarming, funny, and tragic animal patients.
For over forty years, generations of readers have thrilled to Herriot's marvelous tales, deep love of life, and extraordinary storytelling abilities. For decades, Herriot roamed the remote, beautiful Yorkshire Dales, treating every patient that came his way from smallest to largest, and observing animals and humans alike with his keen, loving eye.
In All Creatures Great and Small, we meet the young Herriot as he takes up his calling and discovers that the realities of veterinary practice in rural Yorkshire are very different from the sterile setting of veterinary school. Some visits are heart-wrenchingly difficult, such as one to an old man in the village whose very ill dog is his only friend and companion, some are lighthearted and fun, such as Herriot's periodic visits to the overfed and pampered Pekinese Tricki Woo who throws parties and has his own stationery, and yet others are inspirational and enlightening, such as Herriot's recollections of poor farmers who will scrape their meager earnings together to be able to get proper care for their working animals. From seeing to his patients in the depths of winter on the remotest homesteads to dealing with uncooperative owners and critically ill animals, Herriot discovers the wondrous variety and never-ending challenges of veterinary practice as his humor, compassion, and love of the animal world shine forth.
James Herriot's memoirs have sold 80 million copies worldwide, and continue to delight and entertain readers of all ages.
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Saunders Veterinary Anatomy Coloring Book
. Saunders
4.9
Saunders Veterinary Anatomy Coloring Book includes approximately 300 illustrations to study and color. The coloring book helps you memorize the anatomy content you need to know in both veterinary medicine and veterinary technology and gives you a fun way to review the information you have studied. All illustrations in the book are suitable for coloring and are of the highest quality, created by expert medical illustrators.
Organized by body region, the book is divided into sections devoted to the head and neck; neck, back, and vertebral column; thorax; abdomen; pelvis; forlimb; and hindlimb.
Numbered lead lines clearly identify structures to be colored and correspond to a numbered list beneath the illustration so you can easily visualize the veterinary anatomy. Plus, you can create your own color code using the numbered boxes provided for each illustration.
Comprehensive veterinary anatomy coverage helps you reinforce your understanding of canine, feline, equine, porcine, ruminants, and avian anatomy.
High quality illustrations make it easy for you to color in each anatomic region and review anatomic details.
Self-study format provides a fun and interactive way to prepare for exams throughout your veterinary courses.
Part of Elsevier's complete veterinary anatomy learning system, integrating core anatomy knowledge, engaging review, hands-on practice, and clinical application to give you a solid foundation for success!
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Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Workbook
Sally J. Bowden VN
4.8
Understanding companion animal anatomy and physiology is the foundation to providing good veterinary care, but the underlying concepts covered in the classroom are not always easy to relate to everyday clinical practice.
The new edition of Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Workbook continues to provide a fun and interactive means to test the student's knowledge, using crosswords, word searches, mnemonics, quizzes, labelling diagrams, and more. A unique way to revise a complex subject Includes hints and tips for effective study Interactive quizzes and practical tasks facilitate group study New chapters on birds, mammals, reptiles, fish, and horses cover all major companion animal species
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All Things Wise and Wonderful (All Creatures Great and Small, #3)
James Herriot
4.7
The third volume in the multimillion copy bestselling series
Readers adored James Herriot's tales of his life as a Yorkshire animal doctor in All Creatures Great and Small and All Things Bright and Beautiful. Now here's a third delightful volume of memoirs rich with Herriot's own brand of humor, insight, and wisdom.
In the midst of World War II, James is training for the Royal Air Force, while going home to Yorkshire whenever possible to see his very pregnant wife, Helen. Musing on past adventures through the dales, visiting with old friends, and introducing scores of new and amusing character--animal and human alike--Herriot enthralls with his uncanny ability to spin a most engaging and heartfelt yarn.
Millions of readers have delighted in the wonderful storytelling and everyday miracles of James Herriot in the over thirty years since his delightful animal stories were first introduced to the world.
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The Lord God Made Them All (All Creatures Great and Small, #4)
James Herriot
4.6
With each book more embraceable than the last, James Herriot once again brings us the magical beauty of Yorkshire through his heartwarming experiences as a country veterinarian. These new stories provide a grand finale to the wonderful books that began with all Creatures Great and Small.
It is just after World War II, and James has returned from the R.A.F. to do battle with the diseases and injuries that befall the farm animals and pets of Skeldale and the surrounding moors. Four-year-old Jimmy Herriot, Humphrey Cobb and his little beagle Myrtle, Norman the book-loving veterinary assistant, and many more new faces join old favorites among the green hills of Yorkshire, as James takes an unforgettable voyage to Russia on a freighter with 383 pedigreed sheep. Touching our hearts with laughter and wisdom, lifting our spirits with compassion and goodness, James Herriot never fails to delight.
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Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook
Donald C. Plumb
4.5
Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, Ninth Edition updates the most complete, detailed, and trusted source of drug information relevant to veterinary medicine.
Provides a fully updated edition of the classic veterinary drug handbook, with carefully curated dosages per indication for clear guidance on selecting a dose Features 16 new drugs Offers an authoritative, complete reference for detailed information about animal medication Designed to be used every day in the fast-paced veterinary setting Includes dosages for a wide range of species, including dogs, cats, exotic animals, and farm animals
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Small Animal Surgery
Theresa Welch Fossum DVM MS PhD Dipl ACVS
4.5
The 3rd edition of this classic textbook continues to serve as a one-stop resource for authoritative information on all aspects of small animal surgery. Coverage includes basic procedures such as spays, castrations, and declaws, as well as more advanced surgeries that might be referred to specialists such as craniotomy, ventral slots, and lung lobectomy. Discussions of general surgical procedures include sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, suturing, preoperative care, and antibiotic use. Key sections provide clinically relevant coverage of soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, and neurosurgery. Over 1500 full color illustrations provide exceptionally clear representations of anatomy and currently accepted surgical techniques, including approaches and closure. Over 600 full color photographs and radiographs offer clear images of specific disorders, diseases, and procedures. Information on the most efficient and cost-saving sterilization techniques including scrubless and waterless preparation solutions. General considerations and clinically relevant pathophysiology sections provide practical information for case management. Step-by-step instructions for surgical techniques are presented in italicized blue type for quick and easy reference. Special icons identify advanced procedures that should be referred to an experienced surgeon or specialist. Color-coded tables and boxes call attention to specific data, offering at-a-glance access to key information such as drug dosages, clinical signs, and analgesic protocols. Anesthesia Protocols provide quick and easy access to recommendations for anesthetizing animals with particular diseases or disorders.
A new chapter on Fundamentals of Physical Rehabilitation details the basics of physical rehabilitation for practitioners who want to integrate physical therapy into practice. A new chapter on Principles of Minimally Invasive Surgery that describes the principles of performing surgery with the least instrumentation possible, including instrument selection and care and basic techniques. A new chapter on Surgery of the Eye that discusses diseases and disorders of the eye, their medical management, and corrective surgical procedures. Expanded coverage of perioperative multimodal analgesic therapy. Updated coverage of arthroscopy, canine elbow dysplasia, joint replacement, and management of osteoarthritis. The latest information on state-of-the-art radiologic techniques.
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McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians
Joanna M. Bassert VMD and John Thomas DVM
4.5
Immerse yourself in every aspect of the veterinary field with McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians, 9th Edition, covering small and large animals, birds, reptiles, and small mammals. With a new zoonoses theme threaded throughout each chapter, this comprehensive text describes how each disease affects the host, how it is spread, and how it is treated. Case presentations provide you with relevant, real-life scenarios so you can practice your critical thinking and decision-making skills.
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Exotic Animal Formulary
James W. Carpenter MSDVMDipl ACZM and Chris Marion DVM
4.5
The only drug formulary on the market created solely for the treatment of exotic animals, Exotic Animal Formulary, 5th Edition addresses the most common questions and medical situations encountered in clinical practice. Usingclear, current recommendations on drugs, indications, and dosages, this text helps you find the information you need fast. Written by clinical and research veterinarian James Carpenter, it includes biological tables with details on therapies and diets, normal blood parameters of common species, venipuncture sites, differential diagnosis, and medical protocols for common conditions. This thoroughly revised edition includes coverage of antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiparasitic agents, along with new chapters on invertebrates, backyard poultry and waterfowl, compound medications, and more!
Nearly 200 drug tables provide clear, current recommendations on drugs, indications, and dosages used in treating exotic animals. Biological tables provide details on therapies and diets, normal blood parameters of common species, venipunctures sites, and medical protocols for common conditions.
More than 20 expert authors contribute to this edition.
All drug information is reviewed for accuracy, ensuring that this reference remains authoritative and current.
NEW! Chapter on backyard poultry and waterfowl, an increasingly popular pet in the U.S. UPDATED Chapter on wildlife includes new information on: considerations for developing a wildlife policy in private practice; recommendations for safe restraint of native wildlife; recommendations for meat withdrawal times in game species for select medications; agents used in wild mammal emergencies; and much more.
NEW! Information details the euthanasia agents used in fish.
NEW! Information on amphibians includes the blood collection sites and the selected disinfectants for equipment and cage furniture.
NEW! Information on hedgehogs includes common differential diagnoses based on physical examination findings and confirmed zoonotic diseases carried by hedgehogs.
NEW Information on the constant rate infusion (CRI) protocols used in rabbits.
NEW! Information on the protein electrophoresis values for ferrets.
NEW! Information on compounding pharmacies.
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Mosby's Veterinary PDQ: Veterinary Facts at Hand
Margi Sirois EdD MS RVT CVT LAT…
4.5
Enter every examining room with confidence! Mosby's Veterinary PDQ, 3rd Edition is the pocket-sized reference that provides you with quick access to hundreds of veterinary medicine facts, formulas, lab values, and procedures. Ideal for the clinical setting, coverage includes key topics such as pharmacology, math, animal care, common diseases, diagnostic procedures, imaging techniques, parasite identification, urinalysis, blood tests, and other lab work. This full-color new edition is divided into 10 easy-to-use sections, to help you quickly find what you need to deliver safe and efficient veterinary care.
Valuable formulas, conversions, and lab values make it easy to look up the data needed to deliver safe and effective veterinary care. Full-color photos and line drawings illustrate procedures and tests, dental and surgical instruments, parasites, and urine and blood analysis.
Quick-access format is organized into 10 tabbed, color-coded sections, and makes it easy to find facts quickly.
Easily fits in the busy vet tech's pocket, for ease of access and formatted to find facts quickly.
Easy-to-read charts and tables provide quick access to key information that you'll commonly use but rarely memorize.
Spiral binding allows you to lay the book flat or keep it open to a page for quick reference. NEW! Current drug information covers the newest pharmacologic agents, ensuring that you are up to date with uses, adverse side effects, and dosage forms. NEW! Information on dental imaging and breathing circuits keeps you up to date on the latest techniques and equipment.
NEW! Coverage ofthe latest testing kits keeps you up-to-date on available products.
UPDATED! Information on anesthesia monitoring provides the most up-to-date information on this important topic.
NEW! Updated images prepare you to perform routine procedures.
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The Merck Veterinary Manual
Cynthia M. Kahn, Scott Line
4.4
The most comprehensive and reliable source of information on all aspects of animal healthcare is now in its ninth edition. With updated coverage and a new look, this landmark 50th Anniversary Edition of the classic reference for veterinary students and practitioners worldwide continues its legacy of top-notch veterinary instruction. Expanded by 400 pages, this new edition includes additional information on new and emerging animal diseases, broadened chapters on emergency and critical care, expanded coverage of exotic and laboratory animals, important coverage of animal-to-human disease transmission, plus many other added and revised chapters. Available from Wiley only in the US, Caribbean, and Latin America.
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WTF Is My Password: Password Book Log Book AlphabeticalPocket Size Purple Flower Cover Black Frame 6" x 9" (Password Logbook)
Paper Kate Publishing
4.4
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Small Animal Medical Differential Diagnosis: A Book of Lists
Mark Thompson DVMDABVP(Canine and Feline)
4.4
Get instant access to the critical data you need to make accurate diagnoses and effectively plan treatment. Small Animal Medical Differential Diagnosis, 3rd Edition combines over 400 expert resources and boils them down into one easy-to-use reference covering the differential diagnosis, etiology, clinical signs, and relevant laboratory abnormalities of the most common conditions you will encounter in dogs and cats. And because of its pocket size and intuitive organization, you can have it on hand as a quick consultative device throughout the day to make reliable on-the-scene decisions.
More than 400 lists bring the most important medical diagnostic information from multiple resources into a single quick reference. Easy identification of the likeliest diagnosis is attributed by the possibilities being listed in order of incidence.
Intuitive organization presents differential diagnosis by sign, symptom, and disorder to facilitate quick access to information.
Alphabetical listing of all relevant laboratory tests makes information easy to find.
Pocket size makes this guide portable, practical, and simple to use.
NEW! Coverage of FAST ultrasound examinations is found in the section on Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma, Triage, and Tracking. NEW! Overall content update includes substantial revisions to the disorders, syndromes, and diagnostic and laboratory tests that are listed in this guide.
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Water for Elephants
Sara Gruen
4.4
Winner of the 2007 BookBrowse Award for Most Popular Book.
An atmospheric, gritty, and compelling novel of star-crossed lovers, set in the circus world circa 1932, by the bestselling author of Riding Lessons.
When Jacob Jankowski, recently orphaned and suddenly adrift, jumps onto a passing train, he enters a world of freaks, drifters, and misfits, a second-rate circus struggling to survive during the Great Depression, making one-night stands in town after endless town. A veterinary student who almost earned his degree, Jacob is put in charge of caring for the circus menagerie. It is there that he meets Marlena, the beautiful young star of the equestrian act, who is married to August, the charismatic but twisted animal trainer. He also meets Rosie, an elephant who seems untrainable until he discovers a way to reach her.
Beautifully written, Water for Elephants is illuminated by a wonderful sense of time and place. It tells a story of a love between two people that overcomes incredible odds in a world in which even love is a luxury that few can afford.
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The Nature of Animal Healing: The Definitive Holistic Medicine Guide to Caring for Your Dog and Cat
Martin Goldstein D.V.M.
4.4
A pioneering revolutionary prescription for the health and long life of your pets
For two decades, Dr. Martin Goldstein--America's most successful, renowned holistic veterinarian--has healed and helped his animal patients with the same natural therapies that benefit humans. The results have been so astounding that today critically sick pets are brought to him from across the country for a new chance at life and health.
In this compelling, very accessible book, Dr. Goldstein explains exactly what holistic medicine is and how it works. By treating the root of a health problem instead of its symptoms, you too can help your animal to regain and maintain its own health, as nature intended. Dr. Goldstein also shares many remarkable true stories of supposedly terminally ill animals who have recovered to full wellness. Inside you'll discover
- Why our animals get sick, even when we strive to give them the best of care - An exhaustive A to Z guide of pet ailments--and the best course of action - Why vaccines can do more harm than good - The link between diet and disease--and how the right diet can not only prevent disease but reverse it - How acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, and other alternative options work--safely and painlessly--to restore true health - Specific guidance for the use of herbs, supplements, and natural remedies - The good news (and the bad) about cancer in animals--including extraordinary new treatments and potential cures - Coping with the inevitable death of your pet--both physically and psychologically And much, much more
PLUS--the ultimate resource for holistic pet care: an extensive guide to holistic product manufacturers and stores, books, newsletters, Web sites, veterinarians, and associations!
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All Things Bright and Beautiful (All Creatures Great and Small)
James Herriot
4.3
"A very warm, very engaging read. . . . The reader falls totally under his spell." —Associated Press
The second volume in the multimillion copy bestselling series
Millions of readers have delighted in the wonderful storytelling and everyday miracles of James Herriot in the over thirty years since his delightful animal stories were first introduced to the world.
Now in a new edition for the first time in a decade, All Things Bright and Beautiful is the beloved sequel to Herriot's first collection, All Creatures Great and Small, and picks up as Herriot, now newly married, journeys among the remote hillside farms and valley towns of the Yorkshire Dales, caring for their inhabitants—both two- and four-legged. Throughout, Herriot's deep compassion, humor, and love of life shine out as we laugh, cry, and delight in his portraits of his many, varied animal patients and their equally varied owners.
"Humor, realism, sensitivity, earthiness; animals comic and tragic; and people droll, pathetic, courageous, eccentric—all of whom he views with the same gentle compassion and a lively sense of the sad, the ridiculous, and the admirable." —Columbus Dispatch
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An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology
Janet Amundson Romich
4.3
Providing the ultimate terminology reference for veterinary assistants and technicians, AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO VETERINARY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY, 4e provides an engaging, systematic approach to learning medical terms and understanding basic principles of veterinary medicine. This user-friendly textbook delivers a unique pedagogical presentation that makes it a comprehensive learning resource. Focusing on how medical terms are formed, analyzed, and defined, the text discusses anatomical landmarks, the positioning of animals, and the relationships between body parts. It also introduces terms used in the animal industry. Case studies illustrate how medical terminology is experienced in real-world practice, and an audio wordlist enables readers to hear the terms they are learning.
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Cooperative Veterinary Care
Alicea Howell and Monique Feyrecilde
4.3
Cooperative Veterinary Care puts the focus on preventing and reversing fear and stress in the veterinary setting through preparation, planning, and most importantly training.
Offers evidence-based cooperative techniques to prevent fear and calm reactive patients, with concrete guidance for preventing, identifying, and reversing fear and stress in the veterinary setting Provides a unique system for identifying patients and selecting the right technique for each pet Supplies information on safe patient exams and interactions without the need for restraint Covers strategies to successfully implement these new techniques every day and boost client compliance Presents step-by-step detailed training protocols, including photographs and over 100 videos showing how to train patients quickly and effectively
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Never Turn Your Back on an Angus Cow: My Life as a Country Vet
Dr. Jan Pol
4.3
The star of The Incredible Dr. Pol shares his amusing, and often poignant, tales from his four decades as a vet in rural Michigan.
Dr. Jan Pol is not your typical veterinarian. Born and raised the Netherlands on a dairy farm, he is the star of Nat Geo Wild's hit show The Incredible Dr. Pol and has been treating animals in rural Michigan since the 1970s. Dr. Pol's more than 20,000 patients have ranged from white mice to 2600-pound horses and everything in between.
From the time he was twelve years old and helped deliver a litter of piglets on his family's farm to the incredible moments captured on his hit TV show, Dr. Pol has amassed a wealth of stories of what it's like caring for this menagerie of animals. He shares his own story of growing up surrounded by animals, training to be a vet in the Netherlands, and moving to Michigan to open his first practice in a pre fab house. He has established himself as an empathetic yet no-nonsense vet who isn't afraid to make the difficult decisions in order to do what's best for his patients--and their hard-working owners. A sick pet can bring heartache, but a sick cow or horse could threaten the very livelihood of a farmer whose modest profits are dependent on healthy livestock.
Reminiscent of the classic books of James Herriot, Never Turn Your Back on an Angus Cow is a charming, fascinating, and funny memoir that will delight animal lovers everywhere.
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Every Living Thing: All Creatures Great and Small Book 5 (James Herriot 5)
James Herriot
4.3
Further veterinary tales from the Yorkshire Dales
The fifth volume of memoirs from the author who inspired the BBC series All Creatures Great and Small
During his decades spent as a country vet in Yorkshire, James Herriot has seen huge advances in medical science, technological leaps, and a world irrevocably changed by war. Yet some things have always stayed the same – gruff farmers, hypochondriac pet owners, and animals that never do quite what you expect them to. From a green young man in his first job in the 1930s, to an experienced veterinary surgeon, married with two children, James has spent his entire career among the people and animals of Darrowby. And there's nowhere else he'd rather be.
Since they were first published, James Herriot's memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, Every Living Thing is a heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain's best-loved authors.
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Emergency Procedures for the Small Animal Veterinarian-
Signe J. Plunkett DVM
4.3
Small animal veterinarians of all specialties and at all stages in their careers will find the new edition of "Emergency Procedures for the Small Animal Veterinarian" their invaluable one-stop shop for the information they need to provide optimal patient care in an emergency situation. Readers familiar with the previous edition will be pleased to see the text comprehensively updated, with much new content and many new features including an all-color design to make finding information easier than ever. Those coming to the book for the first time will appreciate its clarity of structure, its concise and practical approach and its step-by-step presentation of key information, all of which will prove their worth time and again in each new emergency, whatever the species. For those working as a solo doctor in an emergency practice, "Emergency Procedures for the Small Animal Veterinarian" third edition will fulfil the role of a substitute colleague when further information is needed quickly. No small animal clinician will want to be without a copy.
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Contains two new chapters on supportive care (fluid therapy, oxygen supplementation, analgesia, nutritional support) and shockPresents the latest recommendations for cardiopulmonary resuscitationIncludes the latest diagnostic testing regimensOffers current therapeutic recommendations including analgesia and nutritional supportDr Plunkett is joined by new co-authors for respiratory emergencies and emergencies of the urinary tract, and for a completely revised and augmented exotics chapter Contains major updates, revisions and expansions of the toxicologic emergencies chapter
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Pet Politics: The Political and Legal Lives of Cats, Dogs, and Horses in Canada and the United States
Susan Hunter, Richard A. Brisbin
4.3
Although scholars in the disciplines of law, psychology, philosophy, and sociology have published a considerable number of prescriptive, normative, and theoretical studies of animals in society, Pet Politics presents the first study of the development of companion animal or pet law and policy in Canada and the United States by political scientists. The authors examine how people and governments classify three species of pets or companion animals--cats, dogs, and horses--for various degrees of legal protection. They then detail how interest groups shape the agenda for companion animal legislation and regulation, and the legislative and administrative formulation of anticruelty, kennel licensing, horse slaughter, feral and roaming cat, and breed ban policies. Finally, they examine the enforcement of these laws and policies by agencies and the courts. Using an eclectic mix of original empirical data, original case studies, and interviews--and relying on general theories and research about the policy process and the sociopolitical function of legality--the authors illustrate that pet policy is a unique field of political struggle, a conflict that originates from differing perspectives about whether pets are property or autonomous beings, and clashing norms about the care of animals. The result of the political struggle, the authors argue, is difficulty in the enactment of policies and especially in the implementation and enforcement of laws that might improve the welfare of companion animals.
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BSAVA Manual of Backyard Poultry (BSAVA British Small Animal Veterinary Association)
Guy Poland and Aidan Raftery
4.3
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Current Therapy in Avian Medicine and Surgery
Brian Speer DVN DipECZM (Avian) DiplABVP (Avian)
4.3
A current and cutting-edge reference, Current Therapy in Avian Medicine and Surgery takes the popular "Current Therapy" approach in providing succinct and clear information pertinent to the medical care of avian species. Most chapters include an up-to-date delivery of the current state of knowledge on their subject material, and provide practical approaches and thought processes applicable to diagnosis and therapy where appropriate. Information is always easy to find, with topics including the latest advances in internal medicine; behavioral medicine; anesthesia, analgesia, and surgery. Sections dedicated to welfare, conservation, and practice risk management explore important, but less commonly discussed aspects of avian practice; and the pattern recognition portion of the text offers readers a view of what companion bird conditions are likely to be seen in practice in different parts of the world. Written by a team of highly regarded contributors from around the world, this text helps readers, regardless of location and current knowledge, develop and augment skills in the medical and surgical care of avian species.The "Current Therapy" format provides current, up-to-date, succinct and clear information pertinent to the medical and surgical care of avian species.Coverage of clinically significant topics includes current veterinary scientific literature and hot topics relating to today s avian medicine and surgery.Coverage of a wide variety of bird species includes psittacines, pigeons, raptors, ratites, waterfowl, gallinaceous birds, and less common species.More than 800 full-color images show avian disease, management strategies and thought processes, and aid in formulating guidelines to care.World-renowned, expert contributors provide cutting-edge information, offering authoritative, accurate, and sometimes controversial opinions in many areas of study. Summary tables simplify the lookup of key facts and treatment guidelines.References in each chapter facilitate further reading and research on specific topics. "
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Guide to the Dissection of the Dog
Howard E. Evans PhD
4.3
Get an up-close look at canine anatomy with the only complete guide to the dissection of the dog. Utilizing detailed descriptions and more than 300 high-quality color anatomic drawings, Guide to the Dissection of the Dog, 8th Edition walks you through how to perform precise canine dissections while developing your understanding of basic mammalian structure and specific canine features. Each chapter offers self-contained guidance on the dissection of a specific body part, allowing you to perform dissections in whatever sequence your choose. Other helpful features include: an emphasis on the anatomical knowledge and terminology from the Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria; a comprehensive list of all figures and tables; and an extensive list of references for further research. In all, this one-of-a-kind canine dissection manual is the resource you need to better understand and review what you are learning in your first-year dissection course.
The only hands-on canine dissection guideavailable reinforces the information that you learn in your mandatory first-year dissection course. Body part organization follows the order of dissection commonly taught in veterinary schools and enables you to perform dissections in any sequence.
More than 300 high-quality color anatomic drawings guide each step-by-step dissection procedure.
Radiographs, CAT scans and MR images appear throughout the text where relevant to help you visualize internal anatomic features that can only be revealed through these diagnostic methods.
Comprehensive list of tables and figures makes it easy to find key images and information at a glance.
Detailed descriptions of anatomical structures ensure the most thorough, precise canine dissections.
Clear and easy-to-follow instructions guide you in properly performing dissection techniques.
Option of a digital book on Pageburst offers high-resolution illustrations that are directly linked to the text - letting you search for any text work or anatomic clue and discover any instance of what you want to read more about.
NEW! High-resolution digital images have been added throughout the book to provide a clinical context for the drawings and to highlight internal anatomic structures with excellent contrast resolution. NEW! Additional transverse sections of the brain give you the anatomic knowledge you need to accurately interpret MR images.
NEW! Updated figure labels and text adhere to the latest Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria.
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The Cat: Clinical Medicine and Management
Susan Little DVM DABVP (Feline)
4.3
Comprehensive in scope and exclusively devoted to feline medical care, Dr. Susan Little's The Cat: Clinical Medicine and Management is an essential resource for anyone who provides complete, state-of-the-art care to cats. In one convenient volume, you'll find authoritative, clinically-focused information enhanced by full-color illustrations, tables, boxes, algorithms, key points, and much more - all in a format designed for quick access. Dr. Little and her expert contributors address the unique concerns and challenges facing the feline practitioner, including the latest advances in feline medical diagnosis and management and their clinical applications to everyday practice. User-friendly and complete, The Cat is also available as an e-book, giving you easy access to the complete, fully-searchable contents online.
Covers the latest advances in feline medicine from a systemic and adjunctive care perspective. It's the most comprehensive feline medical reference available with a strong clinical focus.
Helps you meet the increasing demand for state-of-the-art medical care by cat owners - including advanced diagnostic services and treatments designed to extend and improve quality of life for feline companions.
Features a full-color design with hundreds of schematic drawings, tables, boxes, key points, algorithms, and photographs for quick and easy access to information.
Addresses key topics unique to feline medicine and not currently covered in other books, including: insights and clinical advances attributable to the mapping of the feline genome; medical conditions associated with behavioral problems; managing the feline patient with co-existing and chronic disease; special medical problems and care considerations for the geriatric cat; environmental enrichment for the indoor cat; feline zoonotic agents and implications for human health; and shelter medicine and overpopulation solutions.
Provides in-depth information on indoor cats and senior cats, including timely guidance on meeting owners' expectations for longer, healthier lives for their cats.
Addresses the challenges of pet overpopulation, particularly the impact of millions of feral cats on public health and the environment.
Presents information written in the manner of expanded conference proceedings, delivering the latest insights and most current approaches to management of feline medical disorders.
Includes contributions from approximately 60 contributors, drawing on the valuable expertise of those most knowledgeable in the field of feline medical care.
Bears the full endorsement of the Winn Feline Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports studies about cat health and funds feline research projects worldwide, and is internationally regarded as a major contributor to the health and wellbeing of all cats.
The complete contents also are available online through Veterinary Consult.
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The Real James Herriot: A Memoir of My Father
James Wight
4.2
With full access to his father's papers, correspondence, manuscripts, and photos, Wight has created a fitting and affectionate tribute to the well-loved vet and author of "All Creatures Great and Small". of photos.
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Clinical Veterinary Advisor: Dogs and Cats
Etienne Cote
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Small Animal Critical Care Medicine
Deborah Silverstein DVM DACVECC, Kate Hopper BVSc MVSc DACVECC
4.2
Small Animal Critical Care Medicine is a comprehensive, concise guide to critical care, encompassing not only triage and stabilization, but also the entire course of care during the acute medical crisis and high-risk period. This clinically oriented manual assists practitioners in providing the highest standard of care for ICU patients.
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The Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health: Home Edition
Merck Publishing and Merial, Cynthia M Kahn BA MA, et al.
4.2
The Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health delivers animal health expertise in everyday language that all pet owners can understand. This in-depth new resource, authored by over 200 veterinary experts, covers the full spectrum of today’s pets, from dogs, cats and horses to birds, reptiles, fish and other exotic pets. No other book provides as much health information on as many types of animals. The one resource for a lifetime of pets.
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Textbook of Medical Physiology
Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall
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Physiology's classic text continues to uphold its rich tradition-presenting key physiology concepts in a remarkably clear and engaging manner. Guyton & Hall's Textbook of Medical Physiology covers all of the major systems in the human body, while emphasizing system interaction, homeostasis, and pathophysiology. This very readable, easy-to-follow, and thoroughly updated, 11th Edition features a new full-color layout, short chapters, clinical vignettes, and shaded summary tables that allow for easy comprehension of the material.
The smart way to study! Elsevier titles with STUDENT CONSULT will help you master difficult concepts and study more efficiently in print and online! Perform rapid searches. Integrate bonus content from other disciplines. Download text to your handheld device. And a lot more. Each STUDENT CONSULT title comes with full text online, a unique image library, case studies, USMLE style questions, and online note-taking to enhance your learning experience. Presents short, easy-to-read chapters in keeping with the Guyton and Hall tradition. Provides shaded summary tables for easy reference. Includes clinical vignettes, which allow readers to see core concepts applied to real-life situations. Offers specific discussions of pathophysiology in most clinical areas of medicine. Ensures a strong grasp of physiology concepts through well-illustrated discussions of the most essential principles. Now in full color! Offers access to the full text and other valuable features online via the STUDENT CONSULT website. Uses full-color illustrations throughout, including 486 figures, 277 charts and graphs, 100 brand-new line drawings, and 36 ECGs. Features a new full-color design that makes information more engaging and even easier to read. Updated throughout to reflect the latest knowledge in the field.
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Small Animal Dermatology Volume 2 Advanced Cases: Self-Assessment Color Review
Karen A Moriello, Alison Diesel
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Building on the great success of the authors earlier book, Volume 2Advanced Cases presents some 255 clinical scenarios in self-assessment format. Coverage includes allergy, alopecia, autoimmune diseases, congenital diseases, neoplasia, viral diseases, parasitic diseases, bacterial diseases, fungal diseases, nutritional and pigmentary diseases. The book also includes an expanded bibliography of general references.
The cases appear randomly to reflect real life practice and vary in complexity from the more easily treatable to the most difficult and serious cases. The self-assessment format, featuring questions, top quality colour illustrations and detailed answers and explanations is designed to educate, not just to test. This new volume will appeal to all those dealing with skin diseases in small animals, veterinary practitioners and students, veterinary nurses and technicians.
Key Features More advanced cases covering all areas of small animal dermatology. Problem-oriented self-assessment format: question, illustrations and detailed explanatory answers. Superb colour illustrations throughout.
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BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Musculoskeletal Disorders
James L. Cook, John F. Innes, John E. F. Houlton, Sorrel J. Langley-Hobbs
4.2
Building on the success of the BSAVA Manual of Small AnimalArthrology, this new Manual has broadened its remit to coverconditions of bone, tendon and muscle, to provide a ready referencefor the small animal practitioner faced with a dog or cat showinglameness, stiffness or joint pain.
The early parts of the Manual deal with generic issues related tothe biology, diseases and treatment of bones, joints, muscles andtendons. Arthritis is addressed in detail, with notes on the modernapproach to management. Chapters on surgical principles andinstrumentation, biomaterials, arthroscopy and postoperativemanagement address the general issues encountered in joint surgery.Chapters focussed on each of the major synovial joints, includingthe temporomandibular joint, then follow. Each of thesejoint-specific chapters deals with basic anatomy and surgicalapproaches, before describing the conditions that affect theparticular joint.
Common surgical procedures on joints are described with the use ofOperative Techniques. Possible pitfalls and key points arehighlighted, so as to make maximum use of the experience of theinternational panel of authors. The Operative Techniques areillustrated with the specially commissioned colour drawings thatare so much a hallmark of BSAVA Manuals.
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Beekeeping for Dummies
Howland Blackiston
4.2
"Beekeeping For Dummies, 4th Edition" provides readers with updated information on the latest medications (even as recent as 2015 medications keep changing), new hives such as "The Flow Hive," and new non-chemical ways to keep bees healthy (called natural beekeeping).And based on reader feedback, what to do beyond your first season--thinking about your second season.
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Illustrated Veterinary Anatomical Nomenclature
Oskar Schaller, Georghe M. Constantinescu, Robert E. Habel, Wolfgang O. Sack
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Adams' Lameness in Horses
Stashak. Ted S.
4.2
This fifth edition represents a detailed review of the development, cause, diagnosis, and treatment of lameness in horses. The book includes descriptions of the anatomy, physical features and radiographic examination procedures, as well as nutrition, and the development of diseases.
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Three James Herriot Classics: All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and Wonderful
James Herriot
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The beloved New York Times bestsellers that inspired the popular BBC series--from a Yorkshire veterinarian and a "wise and wonderful writer" (The Boston Globe).
Perhaps better than any other writer, James Herriot reveals the ties that bind us to the natural world. Collected here are three of his masterpieces--All Creatures Great and Small, All Things Bright and Beautiful, and All Things Wise and Wonderful--which have been winning over animal lovers everywhere for almost fifty years. From his night visits to drafty barns during freezing northern England winters, to the beautiful vitality of rural life in the summertime, to the colorful menagerie of animals--and their owners--that pass through his office, Herriot vividly evokes the daily challenges and joys that come with being a veterinarian.
Witty and heartwarming, this collection of whimsical, dramatic, and touching anecdotes reveals the ties that bind us to the animals in our lives. This edition features a new introduction from the author's son and bonus archival photos.
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Every Living Thing: The Complete Audio Collection
James Herriot
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Small Animal Dermatology: A Color Atlas and Therapeutic Guide
Keith A. Hnilica DVM MS DACVD MBA
4.2
Designed with busy practitioners and students in mind, Small Animal Dermatology: A Color Atlas and Therapeutic Guide provides concise, thorough coverage of over 250 skin diseases affecting small animals. More than 1,000 high-quality images help to ensure accurate diagnoses, with coverage including clinical features, top differentials, treatment, and prognosis for each disorder. In this edition, author Keith A. Hnilica streamlines content for practical, everyday use in the clinic. The differential diagnosis chapter is updated for added clarity and easier use, and for quick access, chapters now list diseases based upon the frequency of their occurrence in the pet population.
A user-friendly organization allows for quick and easy access to information on specific diseases.
Vivid, full-color images facilitate accurate diagnosis of each disorder.
A comprehensive drug appendix includes information about dosage, adverse reactions, indications, and contraindications.
A new section onskin diseases of birds and exotic pets covers the management of rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, chinchillas, turtles, snakes, and lizards.
Hundreds of new, full-color images clearly demonstrate the clinical appearance of skin lesions for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Expanded coverage includes multiple methods of developing a differential diagnosis list based on patterns, breed, lesion type, and lesion location.
Coverage of the zoonotic potential of animal skin diseases includes information on preventing the spread of disease from animal to human.
Content is streamlined to focus on the more common and likely to be seen clinical problems.
A completely updated drug formulary outlines the most effective treatment of dermatological conditions.
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Dinosaurs Activity Book For Kids: Coloring, Dot to Dot, Mazes, and More for Ages 4-8
Activity Wizo
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Reptile Medicine and Surgery
Stephen J. Divers BVetMed DZooMed DACZM DipECZM(herp) FRCVS, Douglas R. Mader MS DVM
4.2
This outstanding clinical reference provides valuable insights into solving clinical dilemmas, formulating diagnoses, developing therapeutic plans, and verifying drug dosages for both reptiles and amphibians. The information is outlined in an easy-to-use format for quick access that is essential for emergency and clinical situations. Discusses veterinary medicine and surgery for both reptiles and amphibians Features complete biology of snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodilians Provides step-by-step guidelines for performing special techniques and procedures such as anesthesia, clinical pathology, diagnostic imaging, euthanasia and necropsy, fracture management, soft tissue surgery, and therapeutics Covers specific diseases and conditions such as anorexia, aural abscesses, and digit abnormalities in a separate alphabetically organized section 53 expert authors contribute crucial information to the study of reptiles and offer their unique perspectives on particular areas of study The expansive appendix includes a reptile and amphibian formulary
A new full-color format features a wealth of vivid images and features that highlight important concepts and bring key procedures to life 29 new chapters covering diverse topics such as stress in captive reptiles, emergency and critical care, ultrasound, endoscopy, and working with venomous species Many new expert contributors that share valuable knowledge and insights from their experiences in practicing reptile medicine and surgery Unique coverage of cutting-edge imaging techniques, including CT and MRI
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BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and Imaging
Frances Harcourt-Brown, John Chitty
4.2
Rabbits make up a considerable proportion of the caseload in small animal practice, and knowledge of rabbit medicine and surgery has grown rapidly in the past decade such that one BSAVA Manual is no longer enough to do justice to this important pet. The all-new BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and Imaging concentrates on the major surgical and dental conditions that are so common in rabbits, while its sister volume (BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine) concentrates on common medical conditions.
To maximize surgical success, anaesthesia and analgesia are first discussed, including practical advice on different regimes for different situations/risk levels, chemical pain relief and also hospitalization and postoperative care. A section on imaging follows, covering not only radiographic techniques and their interpretation, but also ultrasonography, endoscopy, CT and MRI. The third part of the Manual is devoted to surgical techniques. General principles of rabbit surgery are discussed, as well as specific surgical techniques and procedures, from basic techniques such as neutering to more specialized techniques used in each organ system. The final section is devoted to dental disease and abscessation, including the techniques required for a full dental examination and evaluation. The range of treatment techniques available for cheek tooth overgrowth and dental abscesses is highlighted, and the reader is encouraged to draw their own conclusions as to the correct method to use in each case.
Illustrated step-by-step Operative Techniques are provided for surgical and dental procedures, to enable the reader to benefit from the expertise of the international authors.
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The Merck Veterinary Manual
Susan E. Aiello
4.2
The Merck Veterinary Manual (MVM) covers all domesticated species and diseases in veterinary medicine worldwide. This completely revised and redesigned new edition of the veterinary classic uses a two-column format and color throughout for easy-to-read text and tables. Hundreds of color images enhance and illustrate the text. In addition to extensive revisions and updates, this edition includes a new section on public health and zoonoses, expanded coverage of fish and aquaculture, new chapters on backyard poultry, toxicologic workplace hazards, smoke inhalation, and additional coverage of numerous new and emerging topics in veterinary medicine.
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Behaviour Problems in Small Animals: Practical Advice for the Veterinary Team
John Bowen, Sarah Heath
4.2
This compact, easy-access guide to behavioral problems encountered in veterinary practice offers immediate and helpful advice for today's veterinary team. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.
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The Nutrition of the Rabbit
Carlos de Blas, Julian Wiseman
4.2
This book is the first attempt to collect important information on the increasingly valued science of rabbit production into one volume. Over the past twenty years, rabbit production systems have grown into important meat providers in many parts of the world. Rabbits' rapid growth rate, reproductive performance, adaptability, and low fat content are just some of the reasons for the species' current popularity. A number of research groups have devoted considerable effort to studying rabbit production. This ambitious one-volume guide explores their studies, covering a broad variety of topics including nutrition, nutrient requirements, feeding value and management, pathology and carcass quality, plus information on Angora and pet rabbits. Written by distinguished research workers who are recognized specialists in the field from around the world, this book is an invaluable asset to those involved with rabbit feeding and research.
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The Chicken Health Handbook
Gail Damerow
4.2
Healthy chickens are happy chickens. This one-of-a-kind reference book covers the health problems that plague chickens of all breeds and ages. Practical charts identify common symptoms and causes of infection, while an alphabetic listing of diseases provides advice on treatment. You’ll find helpful descriptions of troublesome ailments of all types, from poor egg production to crooked toe syndrome. Practical remedies and gentle preventative care measures will help your beloved flock stay happy, healthy, and safe.
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Lumb & Jones' Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia
Kurt A. Grimm, Leigh A. Lamont, et al.
4.2
Lumb & Jones' is the definitive reference in veterinary anesthesia and analgesia, covering all large and small animal species and a full array of clinical conditions and diseases. This new edition is greatly expanded and revised - an essential and comprehensive text for anyone with a special interest in animal anesthesia and analgesia. The ever-increasing importance of pain management is highlighted by new chapters on pain physiology, analgesic medications, acupuncture, physical rehabilitation, and palliative analgesia, and most noticeably is reflected in the book's new title, Lumb & Jones' Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia. This edition brings together over 65 authors, offering a wide breadth and depth of expertise with contributions from anesthesiologists, pharmacologists, surgeons, criticalists, internists and other clinical specialists. Extensive species chapters span the range of small and large animals, including expanded coverage of laboratory, exotic and zoo animal species, aquatic mammals and fish. Later chapters provide detailed coverage of important considerations for specific diseases and types of patients and procedures, including new chapters on the anesthetic management of dental, cancer, orthopedic and equine colic patients. Preliminary sections cover the general principles of anesthesia, physiology and pharmacology, equipment and monitoring, and anesthetic and analgesic techniques. * New edition of the definitive reference in veterinary anesthesia * Expanded focus on pain management * Written by international team of experts including more than 65 contributing authors * Covers anesthesia management of domestic and wild species and full array of clinical conditions and diseases
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BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiorespiratory Medicine
Virginia Luis Fuentes, Lynelle Johnson, Simon Dennis
4.2
This new edition reflects the huge advances in the field of cardiothoracic medicine that have taken place over the past ten years. Illustrated throughout, it features contributions from leaders in the fields of cardiology and respiratory disorders from the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. The approach of the Manual has been remodeled to enhance the practitioner's access to information. The Manual begins with a look at the clinical approach to a range of common presenting signs. This is followed by details of diagnostic tests and techniques, including imaging and blood pressure measurement. Therapeutic strategies for these are discussed, and detailed discussions of specific conditions are presented. Useful appendices include a drug formulary and ECG reference ranges
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Reason for Hope: A Spiritual Journey
Jane Goodall
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Her revolutionary studies of Tanzania's chimpanzees forever altered our definition of "humanity." Now, intriguing as always, Jane Goodall explores her deepest convictions in a heartfelt memoir that takes her from the London Blitz to Louis Leaky's famous excavations in Africa and then into the forests of Gombe. From the unforgettable moment when a wild chimpanzee gently grasps her hand to the terror of a hostage-taking and the sorrow of her husband's death. Here, thoughtfully exploring the challenges of both science and the soul, she offers an inspiring, optimistic message as profound as the knowledge she brought back from the forests, and that gives us all...reason for hope.
The new Textbook of Rabbit Medicine draws on the latest information from around the world to make it a truly global resource on all aspects of rabbit medicine and health. It will continue to be indispensable to veterinary surgeons in general practice, veterinary students, referral veterinarians specializing in exotic pets, and veterinary surgeons studying for certificates in advanced veterinary practice.
The book is carefully constructed to allow for the biology, husbandry and clinical techniques that pertain to rabbit medicine to be treated comprehensively and conveniently. Clinical chapters follow a logical progression from clinical pathology, through anaesthesia, therapeutics and diseases covered by body system, to surgery and post-mortem examination.
The author offers a strong emphasis on clinical practice to ensure the content is as practically useful and accessible as possible. Key points boxes integrated throughout the book provide a stand-alone pr�cis of important subjects. New clinical techniques boxes are packed with tips from a practising expert who regularly applies this same information in practice.
Comprehensive, in-depth and authoritative coverage of the health and diseases of the domestic rabbit
Detailed and explicit line artwork provides a clear understanding of physiological processes
A practical, evidence-based resource for the effective treatment of pet rabbits. New to the second edition
A new expert author revises and reframes the original classic text for today's practitioners and students
Content is thoroughly updated to include the latest drugs, anaesthetics and techniques
A new full-colour design is used to improve access and navigability
Many new colour illustrations and diagrams throughout help emphasize and clarify key content
The book's additional clinical emphasis makes this edition more practical than ever before!
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Heavenly Horse Sense
Rebecca E. Ondov, Gordon
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Following on the hooves of her well-received book Horse Tales from Heaven (nearly 30,000 copies sold since its June 2010 release), horsewoman Rebecca Ondov offers 50 brand-new devotions gleaned from her years of working from the saddle in Montana. Heavenly Horse Sense features horse and trail stories that reveal God's majesty, His love for His creation, and how He helps believers become more like Christ. Readers will enjoy stories that show how...
naming horses and mules reflects God's joy in His unique creations a farrier's skill and forge mimic God's work on our character a horse's homing instinct is a great reminder that God is our perfect guide a goof-off mule shows God is always present and working behind the scenes rain-soaked boots highlight Jesus' foot-washing message of servanthood Each story focuses on how much God loves us and how He always follows through on His promises. Wrapping up each devotion is a brief prayer thanking God for His constant presence and care.
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Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, 5th Edition: Breeding, Care, Facilities
Paula Simmons
4.2
Storey’s Guide to Raising Sheep is the best-selling, most trusted reference for farmers and backyard homesteaders with any size flock. The fifth edition is now updated with full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, including a gallery of the best breed choices for both meat and fiber. With their small size and gentle dispositions, sheep are one of the easier livestock species to raise and offer varied marketing opportunities, including meat, wool, and milk. Detailed instructions and graphics lead readers through every essential procedure, including shearing, building a lambing shed, breeding and lambing, butchering, and marketing.
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Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians
Thomas P. Colville DVMMSc and Joanna M. Bassert VMD
4.1
Start your veterinary technician education off on the right foot with Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians, 3rd Edition. Combining expert clinical coverage with engaging writing and vivid illustrations, this popular text is the key to helping you understand the anatomic and physiologic principles that will carry you throughout your career. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of the diverse ways in which animal bodies function at both the systemic and cellular levels, the new third edition features a variety of helpful application boxes, vocabulary lists, and Test Yourself questions in every chapter to ensure you have a firm grasp of anatomic structure and its relevance to clinical practice. High quality, full color illustrations highlight the details of anatomic structure to enhance understanding of anatomy functions. Chapter outlines summarize the contents of each chapter at the major concept level.
Clinical Application boxes throughout the text demonstrate the clinical relevance of anatomic and physiologic principles.
Test Yourself questions recap important information that appeared in the preceding section.
Comprehensive glossary at the end of the text provides concise definitions and phonetic pronunciations of terms.
NEW!Vocabulary Fundamentalslist of terms at the beginning of each chapter introduce readers to new scientific terms and their pronunciations.
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100 Top Consultations in Small Animal General Practice
Peter Hill, Sheena Warman, Geoff Shawcross
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Focusing on 'day one competencies', this book offers essential guidance to the most common problems encountered in small animal general practice. Addressing 100 core scenarios, it is ideal for the undergraduate or newly qualified vet, and for those seeking an up-to-date refresher. Organized by presenting sign (diarrhoea, itching) or disease (diabetes mellitus, pancreatitis), and with colour illustration throughout, each chapter explains: how to make a diagnosis which interventions are most appropriate in general practice what the vet should say to the client before and after examination The authors also offer invaluable advice on other key topics such as annual health checks, neutering and euthanasia, and they tackle the tough questions: What if it doesn't get better? What is the low cost option? When should I refer?
Never before has so much practical information been brought together in a single volume. Like having an experienced or specialist clinician standing by your side in the consulting room, 100 Top Consultations will become a trusted companion for students and practitioners alike.
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Adventure Cats: Living Nine Lives to the Fullest
Laura J. Moss
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Just when you thought you knew all there was to know about cats comes the ultimate—and unexpected—guide to taking your cat into the wild. Here are cats walking on a leash. Cats hiking on a leash. Cats tramping through snow. Cats camping. Cats kayaking, canoeing, even surfing—yes, cats who love water.
When animal writer and active hiker Laura Moss couldn’t find an online resource for hitting the trail with her cat, she created one. AdventureCats.org took off like wildfire, with attention from Wired, the Huffington Post, Outside magazine, BuzzFeed, and much more. Now, the book Adventure Cats—a collection of jaw-dropping photographs, inspiring stories of real-life cats, and all the how-to a cat owner needs—will take readers and their cats well beyond the backyard. Learn how to leash-train a cat. What to do if you encounter wildlife on the trail. Plus, winter safety tips, and how to bring a little bit of the outdoors to an indoor cat.
The stories themselves are catnip for animal lovers, from Nanakuli, the one-eyed cat who hangs ten; to Georgie, a four-year-old gray tabby who lives on a sailboat; to Quandary, who not only insists on hiking with her family but also teaches them a valuable lesson: When you follow your cat’s natural tendency to wander, you experience the outdoors at a slower, richer pace. This book will delight every cat person, regardless of whether their pet is inclined to adventure. (Take the quiz at the beginning of the book to find out!)
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Veterinary Assistant
Inc. BarCharts
4.1
Looking to begin a career in veterinary medicine as an assistant? We’re here to help you in achieving this goal with our newest 6 page study guide, which provides the most comprehensive information on properly treating pets in a medical setting. Discussions of various veterinary terms and procedures, as well as useful guidelines and rules, are included within each page; additional information is broken down into full-color images, charts, and graphs for easy reference.
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Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant
Kara Burns and Lori Renda-Francis
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Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant offers a comprehensive guide to the NAVTA-approved curriculum for veterinary assisting programs. Written by leaders in the profession and copublished with NAVTA, the book covers the complete list of NAVTA Veterinary Assistant Essential Skills. Specifically tailored for veterinary assistants and veterinary assistant students, the book uses an engaging writing style to provide a concise, user-friendly approach to the material.
With chapters on medical terminology, clinical skills, office procedures, client communication, and more, the book equips veterinary assistants with all the information they need to succeed. A companion website offers interactive multiple-choice questions, the figures from the book in PowerPoint, teaching activities, breed study guides, and a sample cover letter. Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant is a must-have resource for all veterinary assistant students and those studying for the Approved Veterinary Assistant certification exam, and serves as a useful refresher for veterinary assistants in practice.
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Beyond Horse Massage: A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension
Jim Masterson
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Would you like to enable your horse to perform and feel better, to overcome old limitations and restrictions and reach its full potential? In this book, Jim Masterson, Equine Massage Therapist for the 2006 and 2008 and 2010 USET Endurance Teams, and for equine clientele competing in FEI World Cup, Pan American and World Games competitions, teaches a unique method of equine bodywork, in which the practitioner recognizes and follows the responses of the horse to touch to release tension in key junctions of the body that most affect performance. This practical book: • has step-by-step instructions, photographs and illustrations • is ideally suited to accompany you to the barn, where you will practice the Masterson Method® techniques on horses. • includes chapters with Tips & Techniques, anatomical explanations and examples from Jim's practice help deepen your understanding. • has a "quick reference" section will point you to exercises that are specifically suited to your particular discipline, may it be dressage, endurance, eventing or barrel racing, or others in the vast realm of horse sports. By using these techniques, and knowing the responses to look for, you are able to: • achieve a release of accumulated stress in deep-seated key junctions of the horse's body that affects mobility, comfort, attitude, training and performance • restore muscular and structural balance, and natural alignment • enable your horse to perform optimally and respond to your training without stiffness and pain • achieve new levels of communication and trust with your horse that spill over into other areas of interaction.
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The Complete Labrador Handbook: The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Labrador Owners (Canine Handbooks)
Linda Whitwam
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It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
James Herriot
4.1
How on earth did James Herriot come to be sitting on a high Yorkshire moor, smelling vaguely of cows? James isn't sure, but he knows that he loves it. This second hilarious volume of memoirs contains more tales of James' unpredictable boss Siegfried Farnon, his charming student brother Tristan, animal mayhem galore and his first encounters with a beautiful girl called Helen. 'He can tell a good story against himself, and his pleasure in the beauty of the countryside in which he works is infectious' - "Daily Telegraph". 'Full of warmth, wisdom and wit' - "The Field". 'It is a pleasure to be in James Herriot's company' - "Observer".
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The Snow Gypsy
Lindsay Jayne Ashford, Heather Wilds
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From the bestselling author of The Woman on the Orient Express comes a haunting novel of two women—one determined to uncover the past and the other determined to escape it.
At the close of World War II, London is in ruins and Rose Daniel isn’t at peace. Eight years ago, her brother disappeared while fighting alongside Gypsy partisans in Spain. From his letters, Rose has just two clues to his whereabouts—his descriptions of the spectacular south slopes of the Sierra Nevada and his love for a woman who was carrying his child.
In Spain, it has been eight years since Lola Aragon’s family was massacred. Eight years since she rescued a newborn girl from the arms of her dying mother and ran for her life. She has always believed that nothing could make her return…until a plea for help comes from a desperate stranger.
Now, Rose, Lola, and the child set out on a journey from the wild marshes of the Camargue to the dazzling peaks of Spain’s ancient mountain communities. As they come face-to-face with war’s darkest truths, their lives will be changed forever by memories, secrets, and friendships.
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Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline
Candyce M. Jack, Patricia M. Watson, et al.
4.1
"Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline, Second Edition, " is the ideal clinical companion for veterinary technicians in practice and in training. Fully revised and updated, this new edition features an improved layout for even faster access to information. The charts and tables throughout are designed for easy reference, enabling technicians to quickly apply their knowledge and skills to the daily clinical setting. Covering all aspects of the veterinary technician's duties in the care of dogs and cats, from the basics of physical examinations to specialized nursing and technical procedures, "Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide" is a practical, accessible manual for veterinary support staff.
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Zoobiquity: The Astonishing Connection Between Human and Animal Health
Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, Kathryn Bowers
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New York Times Bestseller
A Discover Magazine Best Book of 2012
An O, The Oprah Magazine “Summer Reading” Pick Finalist, 2013 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books
Do animals overeat? Get breast cancer? Have fainting spells?
Inspired by an eye-opening consultation at the Los Angeles Zoo, which revealed that a monkey experienced the same symptoms of heart failure as her human patients, cardiologist Barbara Natterson-Horowitz embarked upon a project that would reshape how she practiced medicine. Beginning with the above questions, she began informally researching every affliction that she encountered in humans to learn whether it happened with animals, too. And usually, it did: dinosaurs suffered from brain cancer, koalas can catch chlamydia, reindeer seek narcotic escape in hallucinogenic mushrooms, stallions self-mutilate, and gorillas experience clinical depression. Natterson-Horowitz and science writer Kathryn Bowers have dubbed this pan-species approach to medicine zoobiquity. Here, they present a revelatory understanding of what animals can teach us about the human body and mind, exploring how animal and human commonality can be used to diagnose, treat, and heal patients of all species.
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BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine
Anna Meredith, Brigitte Lord
4.1
Rabbits make up a considerable and growing proportion of the caseload in small animal practice, and both interest and knowledge in rabbit medicine and surgery has grown rapidly. In recognition of this, the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine and Surgery has been superseded by two separate volumes - the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and Imaging and the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine.
There is an increased understanding of the pathology of common diseases and greater awareness both of new conditions affecting this species and of their response to both disease and treatment regimes. This new BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine features new chapters such as 'The rabbit-friendly practice', 'Neoplasia', and 'Endocrine disease'. Other chapters have been updated and expanded, and the introduction of new authors has brought fresh insights and opinions to several topics. The authors provide a greater depth and breadth of coverage for practitioners seeking definitive and authoritative information to improve and refine the quality of veterinary care that they can provide for rabbits.
These two manuals now provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all aspects of rabbit veterinary care currently available, in an easy-to-use, well illustrated format following the tried and tested BSAVA Manual template.
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Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson
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Small Animal Neurological Emergencies
Simon Platt, Laurent Garosi
4.1
Praise for this book:
Overall this is an incredibly detailed and accessible book covering every aspect of neurological emergencies. It is beautifully laid out with colored photographs, schematic diagrams, example x-rays, and MRIs in abundance...anybody, whether in referral or general practice, who sees neurological cases even on a rare occasion will find this book both invaluable and interesting. -- Sharon Cole, Veterinary Practice, October, 2012
Small Animal Neurological Emergencies deals systematically with the assessment and treatment of small animal neurological patients in light of latest research findings and greatly improved imaging techniques.
The authors first discuss neurological and systemic approaches to emergency cases - examination, critical care and rapid assessment based on presenting signs. They then deal in depth with the pathophysiology, treatment options and likely prognoses of each of the more common types of neurological emergency, be it vascular accident, infection, trauma, seizure, acute disease or neoplasia. Detailed support techniques and therapies are provided on emergency anaesthesia, pain management, fluid therapy, post-operative care and physical rehabilitation. This book will appeal to veterinary practitioners and students, and to neurological residents and specialists.
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Exotic Pet Behavior: Birds, Reptiles, and Small Mammals
In addition to coverage of all normal behavior patterns -- sensory, communication, social and antisocial, reproductive, eating, and elimination -- this resource helps you identify medical implications of abnormal behavior, pain-associated behaviors, and effects of captivity. Client education handouts provide important information about caring for a variety of avian and exotic pets. A user-friendly format includes bulleted lists indicating how normal and abnormal behavior applies to species kept in captivity. Includes coverage of all normal behavior patterns, including sensory, communication, social and antisocial, sexual, eating, and elimination. Client education handouts are a convenient resource for providing clients with important information about caring for their pets. Expert authors provide the most current information in the field of avian and exotic pet behavior.
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Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
Linda Merrill
4.1
Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is the first comprehensive resource on internal medicine written for the veterinary technician. Organized by body system, each chapter discusses pertinent diseases, from clinical signs, diagnostic testing, and prevalence to treatment options and nursing considerations. Published in association with the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians, this book offers both a thorough grounding in the foundations of internal medicine for students and new veterinary technicians and detailed, advanced information suitable for experienced veterinary technicians.
Coverage includes an overview of neurological disorders and discussion of the surgical, emergency, and nursing considerations for each condition. This complete reference, which includes a companion website with quizzes, images, and video clips, is essential reading for veterinary technician students, practicing technicians, and those studying for the AIMVT specialty exam.
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BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Anaesthesia and Analgesia
Chris Seymour, Tanya Duke-Novakovski
4.1
The administration of safe and reliable anaesthesia is important for all veterinary surgeons, and good control of pain after injury, either traumatic or surgical, is one of the most important ethical responsibilities. This new edition has retained the broad sections from the previous edition - Basic principles, Pharmacology and Anaesthetic management in specific clinical situations - but the new co-editorial team has added a new section on Pain assessment and management. Anaesthetic equipment, patient monitoring and anaesthetic accidents and emergencies are covered in much greater detail, and the chapters on pharmacology and specific patient management have been revised or completely rewritten. The book is aimed primarily at veterinary surgeons and students, but nurses and technicians will also find a wealth of useful information.
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Goldendoodles: The Owners Guide from Puppy to Old Age: Choosing, Caring For, Grooming, Health, Training and Understanding Your Goldendoodle Dog
Alan Kenworthy
4.1
Goldendoodles - The Owners Guide from Puppy to Old Age is a must-have book for any responsible Goldendoodle dog owner. Expert dog whisperer and trainer, Alan Kenworthy, writes in a fun and entertaining way about Goldendoodles while packing the book full of useful hints and tips. In addition, 23 expert Goldendoodle breeders were actively involved in making contributions, including two in-depth breeder interviews packed with advice and tips from two of the founders of the Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA). Just some of the subjects covered include: origins and history of the Goldendoodle, different types such as the miniature (mini) Goldendoodle, colors, buying a dog or puppy, male or female, rescue, adoption, breeders, personality, socialization, spaying, neutering, house/potty training, bringing your puppy home, grooming, combing, bathing, health, vaccinations, training, understanding your Goldendoodle, play and toys, what food and nutrition, old age and what to expect, and much more... "The Goldendoodle breeder where I bought my puppy suggested this book to me as a guide and reference manual. Good to see lots of breed experts were involved in the book." - Kiernon Wagstaff
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The Essential Hoof Book: The Complete Modern Guide to Horse Feet - Anatomy, Care and Health, Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
Susan Kauffmann
4.1
The equine hoof is a complex marvel of natural engineering, built to withstand tremendous forces and able to adapt to an astonishing range of environmental conditions. It also changes daily—for better or for worse—in response to external and internal factors. Few horse owners have the opportunity to acquire a deep understanding of the hoof, which limits their ability to advocate on their horses' behalf and make informed decisions about hoof care and management. This book is the first resource of its kind to combine the most current and useful information available, gleaned from the research and wisdom of top hoof experts around the world, with a unique "hands-on" approach. The authors provide basic terms and anatomy, clearly illustrate the differences between healthy and unhealthy feet, discuss biomechanics and management concerns, and cover the causes, treatments, and prevention of commonly encountered problems, including laminitis, white line disease, and thrush. Along the way, readers are given activities to help them better analyze and understand the most important aspects of equine hoof health, such as hoof balance, depth of sole, and point of breakover. Easy–to–follow language, over 400 full–color photographs, and do–it–yourself exercises promise to empower horse owners and caretakers of all experience levels with the tools they need to accurately assess hoof health and keep their horses as sound and happy as possible.
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Tell Me Where It Hurts: A Day of Humor, Healing and Hope in My Life As an Animal Surgeon
Nick Trout
4.1
From the frontlines of modern medicine, Tell Me Where It Hurts is a fascinating insider portrait of a veterinarian, his furry patients, and the blend of old-fashioned instincts and cutting-edge technology that defines pet care in the twenty-first century. Dr. Trout takes the reader on a vicarious journey through twenty-four intimate, heartrending hours in his life; his wry, companionable voice offers enlightening and engaging anecdotes about cuddly (or not-so-cuddly) pets and their variously zany, desperate, and demanding owners. If you've ever had a pet or special place in your heart for furry friends, Dr. Trout's inspiring account of loving and healing animals is for you.
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Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Textbook
Victoria Aspinall BVScMRCVS and Melanie Cappello BSc(Hons)ZoologyPGCEVN
4.1
A sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals. The new third edition Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology Textbook offers clear and comprehensive of the common companion animal species. Updated throughout with a new section added on large animals, the new edition features augmented online learning resources with new questions and quizzes. Students can test their knowledge with multi-choice questions, drag and drop exercises and an image bank, while instructors can download questions, figures and exercises to use as teaching aids.
An essential first purchase for all those embarking upon a veterinary career
Includes augmented on-line resources with self-assessment tools and teaching aids
Comprehensive coverage of all major companion animal species
New large animal section added covering the cow, sheep and pig
'Applied Anatomy' tips relate theory to clinical practice, showing the relationship between anatomy and physiology and the disease process
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Small Animal Theriogenology
Margaret V. Root Kustritz DVM PhD DACT
4.1
A title in the Practical Veterinarian series, this comprehensive, concise reference has been developed by Diplomates of the American College of Theriogenologists to help veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians quickly find answers to common questions. Quick-reference information in an outline format presents the normal reproductive anatomy and physiology, reproductive disorders, and breeding management in dogs and cats. Tables and illustrations further clarify key concepts. This book also serves as an easy-to-understand introduction to veterinary theriogenology touching on all aspects of small animal reproduction, including physiology and pathology of the male and female reproductive systems and the clinical practice of veterinary obstetrics, gynecology, and semenology. Easy-to-use, pocket sized format keeps key facts within reach in any setting. Outline format makes finding information quick and easy. The ONLY book written on small animal theriogenology for small animal veterinarians designed for quick reference. All content is current and the authors are Diplomates of the American College of Theriogenologists to ensure the most authoritative information, including discussions of regional or national differences in techniques and medications. Coverage of veterinary neonatology presents pediatric content on examining, treating, and feeding neonates that is often overlooked by other texts on the subject. Topics include breeding management, pregnancy diagnosis and care, pregnancy termination, artificial insemination and preparation of chilled and frozen semen, emerging technologies in veterinary reproduction, and diseases of the reproductive tract including vaginitis, prostate disease, and pyometra. Includes a chapter on infertility, an area of growing concern for pet owners and breeders.
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Ferrets, Rabbits and Rodents: Clinical Medicine and Surgery
Katherine Quesenberry DVM MPH Diplomate ABVP, James W. Carpenter MS DVM Dipl ACZM
4.1
Addresses the common questions and concerns of the practicing veterinarian who works with small mammals. Serves as a useful reference for veterinary students, technicians, research scientists, pet shop owners, pet owners, and breeders. Because preventive medicine is crucial to small mammal medicine, coverage includes basic biology, husbandry, and routine care of the healthy animal. Also features chapters on disease management, surgery, and radiology. A section of the zoonotic disease chapter covers the monkey-pox outbreak in the Midwest section of the United States in May 2003. A rare zoonotic viral disease this was the first report of this in the United States and it has never been reported outside of Africa Logically organized in sections by different animals with subsequent chapters organized by body system for quick and easy access to information A Drug Formulary provides a comprehensive introduction to drug therapy Comprehensive appendices offer quick-reference to diagnosis tables, supply sources, and other practical information Features a wealth of photographs and line drawings that demonstrate radiographic interpretation and the main points of diagnostic, surgical, and therapeutic techniques Includes a chapter on ophthalmology, an area of study hard to find for ferrets, rabbits, rodents, and other small mammals Coverage of specific soft tissue surgery and general orthopedic procedures
7 new chapters covering: cardiovascular diseases of rabbits; diseases of prairie dogs; diseases of hedgehogs; diseases of sugar gliders; a combined chapter on hematology and clinical pathology; dentistry; and zoonotic disease A new full-color insert with 24 color plates on hematology and clinical pathology The latest information on Monkey-pox, a rare zoonotic viral disease outbreak that occurred in the Midwest region of the United States in May 2003
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The Horse Anatomy Workbook: A Learning Aid for Students Based on Peter Goody's Classic Work, Horse Anatomy
Maggie Raynor
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Equine anatomical structure and terminology is universally regarded as one of the most difficult aspects of equine studies. Equine students have long been familiar with Goody's Horse Anatomy: The Pictorial Approach to Equine Structure, a textbook used in equine colleges all over the world. Now, based on this classic work, talented equestrian artist Maggie Raynor has prepared a workbook designed to make learning not only easier, but a lot more fun. Students are asked to label or color various parts of the equine body in a succession of exercises covering every part of the horse and every aspect of its structure, from the skeleton to the outer surfaces. A natural stable mate to Horse Anatomy, The Horse Anatomy Workbook will assist a new generation of students to familiarize themselves with equine structure and terminology.
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Veterinary Anatomy Of Domestic Mammals
Horst Erich König, Hans-Georg Liebich
4.1
A revised third edition of this bestselling textbook. It contains a unique blend of text, colour photographs, imaging and diagrams describing the gross systematic and topographical anatomy of domestic mammals. Throughout the book the authors focus on anatomical relationships to clinical conditions and where appropriate, to microscopic anatomy, histology, embryology and physiology. Greatest emphasis is given to dog and cat and horse, with relevant information on ox/cow, pig, sheep, goat and rabbit. The book combines meticulous science and superb illustrations, and will be a life-long source of reference for veterinary students, practitioners, educators and researchers.
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Introduction to Animal and Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology
Victoria Aspinall and Melanie Cappello
4.1
A sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals and farm animals alike. The fourth edition of this bestselling book continues to provide a comprehensive description of the anatomy and physiology of dogs and cats. The book builds on these foundations with detailed descriptions of exotic small species including birds, and domestic farm animals, including cows, sheep and pigs, as well as the horse. The text:
Contains detailed descriptions of the systematic anatomy and physiology of a wide range of animal species Covers clinical conditions and disease examples related to the individual body systems Includes applied anatomy tips that relate theory to clinical practice Is written by expert authors with a wealth of veterinary, animal science and teaching experience Includes more clinical application examples and question and answer tests to reinforce student learning Has been updated with more information for animal science students This text provides an essential basis for all those embarking upon a veterinary, animal science or animal management career.
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Small Animal Internal Medicine
Richard W. Nelson DVM, C. Guillermo Couto DVM
4.1
This outstanding reference focuses on the clinically relevant aspects of the most commonly encountered internal medical problems in dogs and cats. Now in its 3rd edition, Small Animal Internal Medicine has been hailed for its emphasis on diagnostic approaches to clinical signs, diagnostics techniques, general therapeutics, and synopses of important disorders. It teaches readers how to think critically and develop decision-making skills. The first sections cover specific disorders by body system, while the final sections pertain to oncology, hematology and immunology, and infectious diseases. Each section has been developed by one author for a consistent approach, beginning with discussions of clinical signs and leading into diagnostic techniques and appropriate treatment. Extensive color illustrations, tables, and algorithms set this book apart. Each section begins with discussion of clinical signs to encourage assessment and diagnostic skills; this problem-oriented approach simulates what veterinarians encounter in practice Comprehensive drug tables at end of each section provide recommended dosages and indications for a variety of agents. Algorithms promote decision-making skills based on clinical findings Clear, step-by-step procedures are highlighted in text All contributors are recognized experts in their respective internal medicine specialties. Cross-referencing reduces redundancy throughout the book and makes information easy to locate. Summary boxes and tables, color-coded to indicate the type of information they contain, provide quick access to signs, etiology, differential diagnosis, and treatment. Full-color format enhances visual appeal and highlight key information in tables and boxes. Pediatric and geriatric content is consistently integrated where appropriate. Integration of toxicology links exposure to noxious products with a variety of systems disorders. All contributors are recognized experts in their respective medical specialties. Suggested Readings have been updated throughout the book to reflect the latest research findings. Cardiovascular: Ambulatory ECG section has been expanded to include discussions of how a Holter monitor records signals, how to interpret Holter monitor readings, normal heart rhythms and arrhythmias, and new event recording. New section on other methods of ECG assessment has been added to the electrocardiography discussion, including information on heart rate variability (HRV) and signal averaged electrocardiography (SAECG). Section on common 2-D echocardiographic views has been updated and expanded, and the serologic tests section has been expanded to include a discussion of heartworm antibody tests for cats. Congestive Heart Failure chapter has been entirely reworked and expanded. New sections have been added on biochemical markers of myocardial injury, arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy, cor triatriatu, and endocardial fibroelastosis.
Respiratory: Nasal mites section has been divided and expanded into separate coverage of nasal mites and nasal capillariasis. New sections include neoplastic effusion in disorders of the pleural cavity, computerized tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, thoracoscopy and thoracotomy, large airway disease, and pleural space disease.
Digestive: New discussions include indications for ultrasonography of the stomach and small intestines, intestinal permeability testing, partially hydrolyzed diets and elemental diets, low-profile gastrostomy tubes and jejunostomy tubes, and trichomoniasis. A brief discussion of budesonide and its use in treating problems similar to inflammatory bowel disease and hepatic disease in dogs and cats. A new table provides examples of commercial bland diets - easily digestible diets that contain less fat than is found in many pet foods. A new section addresses sialoadenitis/sialoadenosis/salivary gland necrosis.
Urinary Tract: Discussions have been added on plasma clearance of iohexol to reliably estimate glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in dogs and cats, the recent commercial availability of an antigen capture ELISA test for the detection of low levels of albumin in canine urine (microalbuminuria), angiotensin's involvement in the pathogenesis of glomerulonephritis, and feline diets that increase the risk of calcium oxolate urolith development, as well as diets that decrease the risk of struvite urolith development. A new section covers functional urethral obstruction.
Endocrine: New sections cover primary (psychogenic) polydipsia and incidental adrenal mass. Diabetes mellitus section has been divided into separate coverage of the disease in dogs and in cats.
Neuromuscular: Section on gait has been expanded to discuss animals with lower motor neuron disease and animals with upper motor neuron lesions. Discussion of Schiff-Sherrington posture has been expanded. New section titled Pain/Hyperpathia has been added to the Screening Neurological Examination portion of the chapter, featuring a new discussion on neck pain and assessing pain in other regions of the vertebral column, as well as assessing muscular pain. Discussion of Scar-tissue Related Acquired Epilepsy has been added. Discussion of Phenobarbital now includes the recommendation of veterinary re-evaluation every 6-12 months to prevent hepatotoxicity and seizures. Discussion of felbamate (Felbatol) and alternative therapies added to anticonvulsant therapy. Discussions of chemical ototoxicity and metronidazole toxicity added. New topics: intraspinal articular cysts and syringomyelia/hydromyelia.
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The Complete Golden Retriever Handbook: The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Golden Retriever Owners
Linda Whitwam
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The Goldendoodle Handbook: The Essential Guide For New & Prospective Goldendoodle Owners
Linda Whitwam
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On Being a Veterinarian: What to Expect, How to Prepare (Volume 1)
April Kung DVM
4.0
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Most Of My Patients Are Animals
Miller, Robert M.
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Animal Abuse and Unlawful Killing: Forensic Veterinary Pathology
Ranald Munro BVMS MSc DVM Dip Forensic Medicine DipECVP MRCVS, Helen M. C. Munro BVMS MRCVS
4.0
This book guides veterinarians and lawyers through the diverse and complex fields of alleged cruelty to, and unlawful killing of, companion animals, farm livestock and wildlife. It draws together current knowledge on how to approach, investigate and report forensic cases.
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Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook
James M. Giffin, Liisa D. Carlson DVM
4.0
"The best book of its kind in print! A Masterpiece in the field of dog care.... Mercifully clear and readable. If you own a dog and love it, you must keep a copy on your handy reference shelf!" ?Mordecai Siegal, President of the Dog Writers Association of America and author of over 20 books on dogs and other animals. "Will more than pay for itself! Compared with similar books, this is the most beneficial ever published! All-encompassing and so inviting to use?Accurate, reliable, up-to-the-minute, intelligent and explicit.... This book will more than pay for itself with the very first dog health problem you may encounter and solve yourself. And I'll sign my name to that!" ?Alfons Ertelt, Chief Tester, American Temperament Test Society
"A Must for any dog owner!" ?The American Field
"Useful for any dog owner, indispensable for kennel owners?. Offers comprehensive, up-to-date, well-organized information on every phase of health care for dogs." ?Publisher's Weekly
"Buy It! You can't afford to be without this one!...I must have ten books on home veterinary care now?Forget Them! This one is complete, well and simply written, profusely illustrated, and wonder of wonders, it's well-indexed?in three ways, yet!" ?Ilio A Howell Dog Book of Distinction
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Primary Veterinary Anatomy
DK
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Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine Expert Consult
Stephen J. Ettinger DVM DACVIM, Edward C. Feldman DVM DACVIM, Etienne Cote DVM DACVIM(Cardiology and Small Animal Internal Medicine)
4.0
Your days spent fruitlessly scouring textbooks and websites for credible vet information are over! Now you can get the whole story - the accurate story - all in one place. IntroducingThe Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Expert Consult, 8th Edition. Still the only comprehensive resource for veterinary internal medical problems, this faculty-and-student-favorite offers unparalleled coverage of pathophysiology, diagnosis, and disease treatments for dogs and cats. In addition to new chapters and discussions on the industry's most topical issues, this gold standard in vet medicine comes with hundreds of original videos, algorithms, and learning tools to really bring all the information to life. There's no better source to help you unlock the secrets of veterinary medicine than Ettinger's!
Fully searchable online text offers quick access to the most trusted information in the field. Complete library of over 500 original clinical videos you can believe in. Instead of fruitless YouTube searches, each video expertly breaks down veterinary procedures and important signs of diseases and disorders that are difficult or impossible to understand from written descriptions alone.
In-depth coverage of timely issues includes expert explanations on topics such as the genome, clinical genomics, euthanasia, innocent heart murmurs, hyperbaric medicine, home prepared and raw diets, obesity, botulism, artificial pacing of the heart, and cancer vaccines.
Thousands of references accessible from the printed book with the click of a QR code.
256 all-new client information sheets can be downloaded, customized, and printed as client handouts.
214 new and updated clinical algorithms aid in disease identification and decision-making.
Exclusive access to Expert Consult Online website offers the complete library of original video clips, heart sounds, the full collection of client information sheets, and hyperlinking of references to their source abstracts in PubMed.
NEW! In-depth coverage of the latest information and trends in small animal internal medicine. Completely new section on minimally-invasive interventional procedures includes techniques for treating respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urologic/nephrologic, and neoplastic disorders. 17 new chapters address the major clinicopathologic abnormalities that occur in canine and feline laboratory testing. Completely new section on management of mutually-antagonistic comorbidities spotlights concurrent cardiac and renal disease, concurrent infection in patients requiring immunosuppression, and concurrent diabetes mellitus and corticosteroid-dependent disease.
Expert explanations on topics such as evidence-based medicine, distinguishing behavioral disorders from medical neurologic disorders, blood transfusion techniques, hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing's disease), chronic kidney disease, respiratory and inhalant therapy, and many more. Your purchase entitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. If the next edition is published less than one year after your purchase, you will be entitled to online access for one year from your date of purchase. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should access to the web site be discontinued.
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Integrative Medicine for Dogs & Cats: Combining Nutrition, Holistic Care, and High-Tech Solutions for Longer, Healthier Lives
Gary Richter MSDVM
4.0
As a holistic veterinarian and scientist, Dr. Gary Richter helps dog and cat owners to navigate the thicket of treatment options and separate the fact from the fiction. He wants us to use what actually works, not just what Western science or alternative medicine say “should” work. This multifaceted approach to health is known as integrative medicine.
Dr. Richter examines traditional medicine from many cultures alongside modern medical techniques, describing the best of complementary care and the best of conventional veterinary medicine. Every treatment he recommends has the backing of scientific research or years of successful outcomes in his clinical practice. After explaining the treatment, he offers specific recommendations for an integrative approach to common diseases, including allergies, skin conditions, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
A holistic approach to health includes nutrition, as it sets up the foundation for your pet’s health. Dr. Richter cuts through the hype in the pet-food world and explains how to choose the best commercial foods and supplements, and even includes both raw and cooked dog- and cat-food recipes for general diet as well as to treat specific needs. He also explains how we can use the right foods and supplements to “hack” the body’s processes, including the immune system.
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BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Oncology
Jane Dobson, Duncan Lascelles
4.0
Building on the success of previous editions, the Editors have sought to marry the best of the old with the new. All chapters have been updated, or rewritten, by international experts to encompass the important advances made over the last several years, while keeping the text practical and user-friendly. The principles of diagnostics and clinical staging and of the main therapeutic modalities are outlined. Individual tumour types in the body systems of dogs and cats are then described, using a common approach to aid information retrieval on aetiology and pathogenesis, presentation and clinical signs (including staging/grading of tumours), management, and prognosis. A wealth of new photographs has been included to illustrate the clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of a range of tumours.
The growing importance of ethical considerations and palliative care are also recognized, and exciting developments and treatment possibilities explored.
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A Field Guide to Honey Bees and Their Maladies
Maryann Frazier
4.0
"This publication is designed to assist beekeepers in recognizing the symptoms of common honey bee maladies."
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Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks, 2nd Edition: Breeds, Care, Health
Dave Holderread
4.0
With in-depth information on feeding, housing, behavior, and health care, this comprehensive guide also provides proven strategies for creating a profitable business plan and marketing your products. Whether you’re about to acquire your first ducks or are interested in experimenting with rare breeds, Storey’s Guide to Raising Ducks will help you achieve your duck-raising goals.
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Pathologic Basis of Veterinary Disease
M. Donald McGavin MVSc PhD FACVSc, James F. Zachary DVM PhD
4.0
The 4th edition of this textbook, now in full color, presents both general pathology and special pathology in one comprehensive resource. Coverage includes a brief review of basic principles related to anatomy, structure and function, followed by congenital and functional abnormalities and discussions of viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections and neoplasia. Logically organized chapters discuss normal functions of the body system, followed by pathologic conditions found in domestic and companion animals. While focusing primarily on diseases in North America, the text also includes pathologic conditions found in other parts of the world, as well as those being brought into this country, such as West Nile virus, through the importation of cattle, sheep, and other animals. Contributors are recognized in their area of expertise and are well known in research and education.Now in full color throughout with vivid new illustrations that clarify difficult concepts. Includes six new chapters covering general pathology that discuss topics such as cellular and tissue responses to injury, vascular disorders, inflammation, and tumor biology. All chapters emphasize mechanisms of disease (organ, tissue, cell, and molecular injury). Features sequential presentations of disease processes (portal of entry • target cells • cellular injury • visual appearance of injury • resolution of injury • clinical outcomes). Emphasizes portals of entry for microbes and injurious agents. Focuses on defense mechanisms against microbes and injurious agents.
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Textbook of Rabbit Medicine
Frances Harcourt-Brown
4.0
A comprehensive yet practical handbook on the diagnosis and treatment of the pet rabbit. • Deals specifically with rabbit medicine and surgery • Contains vital information for the effective treatment of animals that may already be in a critical condition • Written by an acknowledged expert in this specific field of veterinary medicine.
* comprehensive, in-depth coverage of the health and disease of the domestic rabbit written by an acknowledged expert • Detailed and explicit line artwork provides a clear understanding of physiological processes • Colour plates illustrate common diseases and provide an additional reference source for diagnosis and treatment
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BSAVA Manual of Exotic Pets: A Foundation Manual
Anna Meredith, Cathy Johnson Delaney
4.0
This remains the Foundation Manual for information across the range of exotic pets, from small mammals, through birds, reptiles and amphibians, to invertebrates. Commoner pets, such as rabbits, rodents and budgies retain their place. However, the ever-increasing range of non-traditional pets encountered by the veterinary surgeon in practice is reflected in coverage of some new groups, such as marsupials, ratites and crocodilians.
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Veterinary Immunology
Ian R. Tizard PhDBScBVMS
4.0
Exploring the immunologic concerns of both large and small animals, Veterinary Immunology: An Introduction,10th Edition is the only complete resource on immunology for veterinary practitioners. This new edition has been meticulously updated to continue its trend of incorporating the latest advances and topics in the field. It features a straightforward presentation of basic immunologic principles along with thorough and timely information on the most significant immunologic diseases and responses seen in domestic animals.
Comprehensive coverage clearly explains the general principles of immunology, and provides information on the most significant immunologic diseases and immunologic responses seen in domestic animals and marine mammals. A wealth of clinical examples show how principles will be experienced and addressed in the clinical setting.
Educator and student resources on Evolve feature an image collection, enhanced animations, flashcards, content updates, and a test bank for instructors.
Improved images clarify new content and enhance your understanding.
NEW! Updated content covers new T cell subpopulations, newly described interleukins; new approaches to cancer immunotherapy; immunology of fish; and new advances in genomics. NEW! Learning objectives have been added to the beginning of each chapter.
NEW! Chapter on commensal bacterial will address the role of commensal bacteria in veterinary immunology and provide convincing explanations for previously poorly understood phenomena.
NEW! Information on the pathogenesis and treatment of atopic dermatitis has been added to help inform veterinarians who treat pets with dermatologic conditions.
NEW! Revised content on cancer immunology reflects the vast expansion of information that has been uncovered in the past five years.
NEW! Expanded information on the role of nutrition in animal immunity offers a rational basis for examining data of those who claim nutritional benefits.
NEW! Full-color histologic images replace black and white images to more effectively convey concepts.
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Equine Behavior: A Guide for Veterinarians and Equine Scientists
Paul McGreevy
4.0
Equine Behavior: A Guide for Veterinarians and Equine Scientists is the quintessential reference for all who really want to know what makes horses tick.
Research in horse behavior has made great strides in recent years. This book examines the truth behind modern trends and ancient traditions. Full of insight, it rounds up the latest findings of practitioners and researchers from all over the world, drawing on both cutting-edge research and best practice. With more than 1,000 references, the book explores equine behavior from first principles, by considering the behavior of free-ranging horses and focusing on ways in which management and training influence the responses of their domestic counterparts. Equine physicians, trainers, handlers and owners all need to be students of equine behavior, because the first sign of a problem is often a change in behavior. So, whether you own, ride, lead, groom, feed or heal horses, what you observe is vital to your understanding.
Behavioral problems in the stable and under saddle are a grave concern for equine veterinarians worldwide, because they can lead to poor performance, welfare issues, abuse and, ultimately, wastage. Traditionally, veterinarians gave priority to the physical health of their equine patients. This book is a unique attempt to demonstrate the way science can throw light on how and why problems and unwelcome behaviors arise. It also offers ways to bring about change for the better.
Beautifully illustrated with photographs and line diagrams, Equine Behavior: A guide for veterinarians and equine scientists is an essential resource for practising veterinarians, students and enthusiasts with a specific interest in horses, ponies, and donkeys. Professional trainers and handlers, equine scientists and behavior therapists will also find its contents invaluable. Features a practical, hands-on approach to all aspects of equine behavior Discusses all factors that effect equine behavior Contrasts normal behavior with abnormal behavior Reviews all behavioral problems Lists and reviews the latest drug therapies Addresses difficult-to-treat clinical problems such as head-shaking, with insights from the leading researcher in this area Provides a brief clinical evaluation of 'horse-whispering' Illustrates the key behavioral differences between horses and donkeys
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Dog Training for Kids: Fun and Easy Ways to Care for Your Furry Friend
Vanessa Estrada Marin
4.0
Children Will Take the Lead with Fun & Easy Dog Training Techniques
Every child wants a dog, yet not every child--or even grown-up!--is equipped to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. But with the help of Vanessa Estrada Marin, the director of a sought-after dog-training program for kids, your child will have fun being in charge!
Dog Training for Kids breaks down lessons and tutorials in simple steps and easy-to-follow instructions. Kids will have everything they need to be caring and responsible dog owners:
•Basic Training Lessons including Stopping Unnecessary Barking, Potty & House Training, Obedience, Leash Training, Crate Training
•Essential Commands including Sit, Stay, Heel, Drop It
•Clever Tricks including Roll Over, Speak, High Five, and Leap
•Super Fun Games including Obstacle Course, Frisbee, Tunnel
•And More -- Equipment List, How to Train Your Dog to Be Calm at the Vet, How to Dog Proof Your Home
Whether young dog lovers will be raising puppies, adopting rescues, or getting their first dogs, this all-in-one book will give them the confidence and knowledge to properly train, take care of, and establish a lasting bond with their well-behaved furry friends.
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Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Stephen J. Ettinger DVM DACVIM, Edward C. Feldman DVM DACVIM
4.0
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Animal Behavior for Shelter Veterinarians and Staff
Emily Weiss, Heather Mohan-Gibbons, et al.
4.0
Animal Behavior for Shelter Veterinarians and Staff presents and evaluates the available research and programs that address both animal and human behaviors associated with the intake, management and rehoming of dog and cats.
Introductions to dog and cat behavior relevant to any animal professional Reviews behavioral reasons for the relinquishment of dogs and cats Describes intake and assessment protocol, shelter design, training and enrichment programs that reduce stress and enhance behavioral well-being Concepts to improve the adoption process and support the human-animal bond post-adoption
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