Skip to main content
Elsevier
View Cart

Books in Veterinary science and veterinary medicine

Explore Elsevier's Veterinary Science & Medicine resources and stay up-to-date with the latest research and development in the field, including reference and learning materials for students in veterinary medicine, veterinary technology/nursing, and veterinary assisting educational programs, as well as practicing veterinarians. This content portfolio covers all areas of Veterinary Science & Medicine, including small animals, large animals, exotic animals, avian medicine, zoo and food animal medicine, anatomy, basic science, pharmacology, and laboratory medicine. Elsevier's full solution includes textbooks, reference titles, point-of-care manuals, dictionary, coloring book, drug guides, and more.

BooksJournals

    • The Athletic Horse

      • 2nd Edition
      • June 6, 2013
      • David R. Hodgson + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 7 2 1 6 0 0 7 5 8
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 4 1 9 2 2
      Showing how to maximize performance in horses, The Athletic Horse: Principles and Practice of Equine Sports Medicine, 2nd Edition describes sports training regimens and how to reduce musculoskeletal injuries. Practical coverage addresses the anatomical and physiological basis of equine exercise and performance, centering on evaluation, imaging, pharmacology, and training recommendations for sports such as racing and show jumping. Now in full color, this edition includes new rehabilitation techniques, the latest imaging techniques, and the best methods for equine transportation. Written by expert educators Dr. David Hodgson, Dr. Catherine McGowan, and Dr. Kenneth McKeever, with a panel of highly qualified contributing authors.

    • Select Topics in Dermatology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Exotic Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 16-3
      • September 19, 2013
      • Peter G. Fisher
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 1 8 8 7 6 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 1 8 8 7 7 7
      The latest information on dermatology of exotic pet animals for the exotic animal veterinarian. Topics to be covered include diagnostic approach to dermatologic disease, behavioural dermatopathies, ectoparasites, bumblefoot, erythema multiforme in the ferret, yellow fungus disease, dermatitis of reptiles, viral skin diseases of the rabbit, dermal neoplasias in small animals and avians, dermatologic conditions involving the feet, beak and claws, viral dermatopathies of ornamental and pet fish, alopecia in the guinea pig, amphibian chytridiomycosis, sebaceous adenitis in rabbits, and more.

    • Feline Diabetes, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 43-2
      • March 28, 2013
      • Jacquie Rand
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 5 1 0
      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 7 8 7
      Guest editor Jacquie Rand highlights important areas in feline diabetes for all small animal practitioners. Topics include pathogenesis and risk factors for diabetes, diet for prevention and management of diabetes, management of diabetic cats with long-acting insulin, management of cats on lente insulin, pancreatitis and diabetes, home glucose monitoring, acromegaly and hyperadrencorticism and feline diabetes, renal disease and diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar syndrome, continuous glucose monitoring, oral hypoglycemic agents, new therapies in humans relevant to cats and much more!

    • Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy XV

      • 1st Edition
      • October 4, 2013
      • John D. Bonagura + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 3 7 7 2 6 8 9 3
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 2 7 6 2 9
      Written by today’s leading experts, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy, Volume XV keeps you completely current with the latest in disease management for dogs and cats. It uses a clear and practical approach to medical disorders; the typical chapter includes both a brief guide to diagnosis and a detailed discussion of therapy. You’ll gain quick access to information such as critical care; infectious, toxicologic, and dermatologic disorders; and diseases of the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, neurologic,and ophthalmologic systems. From editors John Bonagura and David Twedt plus hundreds of expert contributors, Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy enhances your skills in evidence-based treatment planning. "For the practitioner who wants to keep abreast of current therapies for a wide range of topics, … CVT is the perfect reference ." Reviewed by: Ryan Ong, WAVES Veterinary Hospital on behalf of Australian Veterinary Hospital, March 2015

    • Clinical and Diagnostic Pathology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Exotic Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 16-1
      • January 28, 2013
      • Alessandro Melillo
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 4 7 3
      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 7 4 9
      This issue will explore the latest research and clinical information concerning pathology of exotic pet species. The majority of the issue will cover the use of clinical pathology in pet birds, reptiles, rabbits, amphibians, fish, and small mammals. Other articles will cover diagnosis of renal disease in rabbits, diagnosis of liver disease of ferrets, thyroid and sexual hormone fluctuation in chinchillas.

    • Beef Heifer Development, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 29-3
      • November 6, 2013
      • David J Patterson + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 6 1 3 6 4
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 6 1 3 7 1
      The latest information on heifer development in beef cattle for the food animal practitioner! Topics include rebuilding the US cowherd, physiology and endocrinology of puberty, nutritional development and the target weight debate, long-term reproductive health, effect of prenatal programming on development, economics of development, synchronization of estrus and ovulation, post breeding heifer management, management strategies for adding value to heifers, and more!

    • Cowell and Tyler's Diagnostic Cytology and Hematology of the Dog and Cat

      • 4th Edition
      • June 27, 2013
      • Amy C. Valenciano + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 4 3 0 2 5
      Highly respected in the field, Diagnostic Cytology and Hematology of the Dog and Cat is the complete resource for developing the knowledge and skills you need for clinical laboratory diagnostics. Detailed illustrations and descriptions of cytologic and hematologic samples allow you to diagnose both common and uncommon diseases in dogs and cats. Microscopic evaluation techniques and interpretation guidelines for organ tissue, blood, and other body fluid specimens give you a basic understanding of sample collection and specimen preparation. In addition, algorithms are generously distributed throughout the text, helping you evaluate various cytologic preparations.

    • Topics in Equine Anesthesia, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 29-1
      • April 26, 2013
      • Stuart Clark-Price
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 4 6 6
      • eBook
        9 7 8 1 4 5 5 7 7 3 7 3 2
      The equine practitioner will find this comprehensive issue packed with useful, practical information on anesthesia. Topics include neuromuscular blocking agents and monitoring, anesthesia for dystocia/neonatal, anesthesia for colic, inhalant anesthetics, cardiac output monitoring, local anesthetic techniques, morbidity and mortality and risk, cardiovascular support, respiratory mechanics and mechanical ventilation, total intravenous anesthesia, balanced anesthesia and constant rate infusions, and much more!

    • Small Animal Internal Medicine

      • 5th Edition
      • December 9, 2013
      • Richard W. Nelson + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 2 4 3 0 0 1
      With hundreds of images and a practical clinical emphasis, Small Animal Internal Medicine, 5th Edition helps you recognize, diagnose, and treat common internal disorders and conditions. Clear, step-by-step guidelines thoroughly describe commonly performed procedures. Hundreds of summary tables make it easy to look up clinical signs, potential causes, drug information, and treatment modalities. This edition is updated with the latest research findings for accurate diagnosis and management of small animal pathologies. Written by veterinary clinicians Richard Nelson and C. Guillermo Couto, and joined by a team of expert contributors, this text is a comprehensive, easy-to-read guide to solving internal medical challenges. "The many tables, decision trees, drawings and photos highlight the key points which make for a very pleasant read. I bet that the previous edition of this major textbook is a bit dog-eared and so now is the time to invest. ROI* guaranteed. (*Return On Investment)" Reviewed by: Vet's Today Date: July 2014 "As a reference textbook for use on a day-today basis I would highly recommend this book. It lives up to its promises and really is a ‘practical, easy-to-use, quick, clear and logical’ text book for practitioners and students alike." Reviewed by: Veterinary Record Date: June 2014

    • Advances in Equine Dentistry, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 29-2
      • August 28, 2013
      • Jack Easley
      • English
      • Hardback
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 1 8 6 1 9 3
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 3 2 3 1 8 6 3 8 4
      A current, comprehensive issue on advances in equine dentistry. Topics include anatomy and physiology of mastication, oral and dental pathology of incisors, canines and cheek teeth, dental examination and charting the mouth, oral photography and endoscopy, advances in dental radiology, 3-D imaging, dental restraint and pain management, treatment of diseased teeth, diagnosing and treating dental related sinus disease, and the gold standard of dental care for juvenile, adult performance, and geriatric horses!

Related subjects

Veterinary medicine

Veterinary medicine equine

Veterinary medicine food animals

Veterinary medicine large animals

Veterinary medicine small animals and exotics

Veterinary sciences