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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.

  • Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery

    Basic and clinical sciences of the equine athlete
    • 3rd Edition
    • Kenneth W Hinchcliff + 3 more
    • English
    Get evidence-based guidelines to keeping athletic horses healthy and physically fit! Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery, 3rd Edition, provides a comprehensive guide to exercise physiology and training within a clinical context, along with a detailed review of all diseases affecting horses participating in racing and competition. Not only does this text discuss the physiological responses of each body system to exercise, but it covers nutritional support, the prevention of exercise-induced disorders and lameness, and modification of training regimens. New to this edition are topics such as drug effects on performance and the use of cloud-based technologies for monitoring performance, as well as new content on exercise physiology, welfare, conditioning, farriery, behavior, and vision. Written by an expert team of international authors, each print purchase of this this authoritative, all-in-one resource comes with an ebook!
  • Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

    • 6th Edition
    • John Thomas + 1 more
    • English
    Master the veterinary technician’s role as a veterinary anesthetist! Covering the principles of animal anesthesia and pain management, Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 6th Edition is the definitive guide to the latest drugs, techniques and protocols, and anesthetic equipment. Clear guidelines to anesthesia administration include pre-anesthetic preparation of the patient, induction procedures, the monitoring of patients’ vital signs during the anesthetic period, and postoperative care. Written by expert educators John A. Thomas and Philip Lerche, this trusted text prepares you for success in the classroom and on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE).
  • Canine and Feline Behavior, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 54-1
    • Carlo Siracusa
    • English
    In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Carlo Siracusa brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Canine and Feline Behavior. Top experts focus on the intersection between behavioral and physical health, keeping general veterinary practitioners and their needs in mind. The articles provide general practitioners with tools to detect behavior changes associated with physical disease, and to diagnose or rule out physical disease contributing to behavior problems before referring to a veterinary behavior specialist.
  • Use of Biologic and Regenerative Therapies in Equine Practice, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 39-3
    • Lauren V. Schnabel
    • English
    In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, guest editor Ds. Lauren V. Schnabel brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Use of Biologic and Regenerative Therapies in Equine Practice. Top experts in the field explain what the main biologic and regenerative therapies are, what they contain, evidence to date for how they should be used, and how to monitor response to treatment. While the majority of the issue will focus on musculoskeletal applications, other indications for use will be discussed including wounds and ophthalmologic conditions as well as other inflammatory diseases.
  • Vitamins and Trace Minerals in Ruminants, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 39-3
    • William S Swecker + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Robert J. Van Saun and William S. Swecker, Jr. bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Vitamins and Trace Minerals in Ruminants. Optimal nutrition with adequate trace mineral levels guarantees proper function and nutrition of the animal, but purity and effectiveness are important concerns. In this issue, top experts in the field review trace mineral function, requirements, and content of common feeds, as well as specific diet challenges for ruminants and cattle.
  • Advancements in Companion Animal Cardiology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 53-6
    • Joshua Stern
    • English
    In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Joshua Stern brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Advancements in Companion Animal Cardiology. Cardiovascular disease of companion animals has seen a boom in research productivity and novel therapies that make the future of cardiac care very bright. In this issue, top experts highlight advances in diagnosis and treatment for common cardiac diseases such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, mitral valve degeneration, and dilated cardiomyopathy.
  • Técnicas reproductivas en las especies animales

    Manuales clínicos de Veterinaria
    • 1st Edition
    • Carlos C. Pérez Marín + 2 more
    • Juan Morgaz Rodríguez + 2 more
    • Spanish
    Técnicas reproductivas en las especies animales aborda todas las actuaciones que se llevan a cabo en el campo de la biotecnología de la reproducción. Sus contenidos se estructuran en secciones temáticas bien diferenciadas que incluyen el control del ciclo estral, la obtención de semen, la conservación del esperma, la inseminación artificial, la transferencia y criopreservación de embriones, y las técnicas de producción in vitro. Dentro de cada sección, y con objeto de facilitar la consulta, cada capítulo se centra en una sola especie animal: equinos, bovinos, pequeños rumiantes, cerdos, perros y gatos. Adicionalmente incluye una sección dedicada a las técnicas reproductivas de mayor interés en conejos, camélidos y gallinas, especies de gran importancia pero a menudo pasadas por alto en otros manuales de la especialidad.
  • Small Animal Medical Differential Diagnosis

    A Book of Lists
    • 4th Edition
    • Mark Thompson
    • English
    **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine**Pocket-siz... and concise, Small Animal Medical Differential Diagnosis: A Book of Lists, 4th Edition, is the essential reference to facilitate rapid diagnosis of medical problems in dogs and cats. This portable, manageable guide covers the differential diagnosis, etiology, clinical signs, and relevant laboratory abnormalities of the most common conditions you will encounter in small animal practice. Historical, clinical, and laboratory findings for many of these diseases are also included in a separate section. Small Animal Medical Differential Diagnosis facilitates reliable point-of-care decisions, providing instant access to the critical data you need to make accurate diagnoses and enabling effective, focused treatment planning. With new lists and an eBook included with print purchase, this is the reference no small animal practice should be without!
  • Small Animal Theriogenology Volume 53, Issue 5, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 53-5
    • Bruce W. Christensen
    • English
    In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Bruce W. Christensen brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Small Animal Theriogenology. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as progesterone analysis in canine breeding management; genetic screening in a canine breeding program; body condition and fertility in dogs; medical management of the pregnant bitch; elective Cesarean sections; an updated perspective for advising clients on spay-neuter of their dogs; and more.
  • Equine Colic, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 39-2
    • Louise L. Southwood
    • English
    In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic.