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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.

  • Cardiology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Exotic Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 12-1
    • J. Jill Heatley
    • English
    This issue will explore the latest research and clinical information concerning cardiology of exotic pet species. The majority of the issue will cover the cardiovascular physiology and disease of pet birds, reptiles, rabbits, amphibians, fish, small mammals, and invertebrates. Another article will cover the cardiology of ferrets.

  • Changing Paradigms in Diagnosis and Treatment of Urolithiasis, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 39-1
    • Carl A. Osborne + 1 more
    • English
    This issue contains cutting edge information on the diagnosis and treatment of urolithiasis in small animals. Topics will include idiopathic lower urinary tract disease, compound uroliths, drug-induced uroliths, uroliths in exotic animals, diagnosis of inherited defects, dietary management of urolith risk, treatment of uroliths by lithotripsy, and much more.

  • Equine Breeding Management and Artificial Insemination

    • 2nd Edition
    • Juan C. Samper
    • English
    Put the principles of good breeding management into practice with Equine Breeding Management and Artificial Insemination, 2nd Edition for reproductive success! Practical information on the reproductive management of both thoroughbred and warmblood breeding operations prepares you to effectively breed even problem mares and stallions. Plus, detailed content on techniques, procedures, reproductive physiology, and more help you increase reproductive efficiency as well as track and improve your results throughout each breeding season.

  • Current Therapy in Equine Medicine

    • 6th Edition
    • N. Edward Robinson + 1 more
    • English
    Stay up-to-date on the latest advances and current issues in equine medicine with this handy reference for the busy equine practitioner, large animal veterinarian, or student. This edition of Current Therapy in Equine Medicine brings you thorough coverage and expert advice on selected topics in areas that have seen significant advances in the last 5 years. Content emphasizes the practical aspects of diagnosis and treatment and provides details for therapeutic regimens. Arranged primarily by body system, the text also features sections on infectious diseases, foal diseases, nutrition, and toxicology. With this cutting-edge information all in one reliable source, you’ll increase your awareness of key therapies in less time.

  • Equine Anesthesia

    Monitoring and Emergency Therapy
    • 2nd Edition
    • William W. Muir + 1 more
    • English
    All veterinary team members involved in the everyday care of horses that require anesthesia or special emergency care will benefit from this reliable and inclusive resource. This text provides all of the information needed to prepare, conduct, and monitor the administration of drugs in order to produce safe and effective anesthesia, treat pain, respond to adverse effects, and perform and monitor emergency and critical care treatment. It is the most comprehensive and detailed book available on these subjects, addressing the needs and concerns of practitioners in both hospital and field settings.

  • Canine Behavior - E-Book

    Insights and Answers
    • 2nd Edition
    • Bonnie V. Beaver
    • English
    Canine Behavior: Insights and Answers, 2nd Edition offers cutting-edge information on the latest advances in the field of clinical canine behavior. It is intended to meet the needs of veterinarians, veterinary students and technicians as well as pet owners dealing with problem pets, pet care personnel who handle dogs in the course of their work, and dog lovers who are seeking understanding of the natural and aberrant behaviors of their canine companions. This new edition establishes a solid foundation for understanding innate, dog-to-dog social interactions, communication, and sensory awareness, so that we humans can learn how to meaningfully and effectively communicate with our “best friends.” The author’s goals are to provide a clear understanding of normal behaviors and to provide the necessary tools to identify problem behaviors and their origins. Only then is it possible to successfully – and humanely – prevent, eradicate, or minimize unacceptable behaviors and build successful, lifelong relationships with our dogs.

  • Comprendre le comportement des NAC

    Oiseaux, reptiles et petits mammifères
    • 1st Edition
    • Teresa Bradley Bays + 4 more
    • French
    Devant l'afflux croissant des nouveaux animaux de compagnie en consultation vétérinaire, le praticien voit ses compétences cliniques sollicitées à propos d'espèces très variées et encore peu connues. Il doit ainsi redoubler de vigilance pour recueillir et interpréter une symptomatologie souvent atypique, parfois fruste. Comprendre le comportement propre à chaque espèce est dès lors essentiel pour l'examen clinique. Cet ouvrage de synthèse vient combler un manque cruel dans la bibliothèque des vétérinaires, en faisant le point sur le comportement de nombreuses espèces de NAC : • lapin • perroquets • reptiles • furet • cochon d'Inde • rat • gerbille • hamster • chinchilla • fennec • hérisson • chien de prairie • opossum • phalanger volant Pour chacune de ces espèces, l'ouvrage présente : • tous les comportements normaux et anormaux, associés aux besoins physiologiques (alimentaire, sexuel, locomoteur, toilettage) et aux interactions sociales (communication, jeux, défense et agressivité) ; • tous les aspects corrélés à la captivité, en mettant l'accent sur les problèmes fréquents associés à la pseudo-domestication (sommeil, nutrition, reproduction, logement, adoption, soins à administrer) ; • les implications médicales lors de comportement anormal, développées de manière complète et détaillée, ce qui sera une aide précieuse pour l'orientation diagnostique. Très pratique, ce guide apporte nombre d'astuces qui seront autant de services rendus au cours d'une consultation et de réponses fiables aux questions des propriétaires. • abondante iconographie couleur. • nombreux encadrés aide-mémoire : signes de souffrance, hospitalisation, comportement agressif, postures et vocalises, apprentissage du bac à litière et méthodes de modifications comportementales, etc. • fiches-conseil pour les propriétaires : nutrition, conditions d'élevage, hygiène, risques, soins préventifs.

  • Small Animal Ophthalmology

    A Problem-Oriented Approach
    • 4th Edition
    • Robert L. Peiffer + 1 more
    • English
    This new edition retains the successful problem-oriented approach and full color text of the previous edition, along with wide coverage of all aspects of small animal ophthalmology and more than 150 color illustrations. In addition the new edition offers much more, including an instructional CD-Rom of 40 clinical cases comprising video clips and questions, to further improve the reader's skills in reaching an accurate diagnosis and selecting the best treatment option. All chapters have been fully revised and updated to take into account latest developments.

  • Medical History and Physical Examination in Companion Animals

    • 2nd Edition
    • A. Rijnberk + 1 more
    • English
    The medical history and physical examination are the most important cornerstones of clinical diagnosis. This is the only veterinary book devoted to a description of methods applicable to companion animals. The methods described are used in the veterinary schools of Utrecht (the Netherlands) and Ghent (Belgium), but their effectiveness and usefulness is recognized by many visiting staff members and students from other veterinary schools in Europe and North America. Central to the book is the concept that the examination should be as efficient as possible. The descriptions of the examination are very detailed and enhanced with many high quality colour illustrations. The accompanying DVD includes video clips of a variety of examinations and forms (in PDF format) that can be used for determining the results when carrying out the medical history and physical examination in companion animals.

  • Feline Orthopedic Surgery and Musculoskeletal Disease

    • 1st Edition
    • Geoff Sumner-Smith
    • P. M. Montavon + 2 more
    • English
    Feline Orthopedic Surgery and Musculoskeletal Disease is the first book dedicated specifically to treating cats with disorders in this specific area. The practice of feline orthopedic surgery and traumatology has developed to a great extent over the last ten years as cat ownership is increasing and this textbook discusses new veterinary diagnostic procedures and surgical techniques that have been developed that veterinarians, residents and students working in the field of internal medicine need to know about.

  • Current Veterinary Therapy

    Food Animal Practice
    • 5th Edition
    • David E. Anderson + 1 more
    • English
    Written by leading food animal researchers, practitioners, and educators, this comprehensive guide provides quick access to the latest medical and surgical interventions for cattle, sheep, and goats. The concise, quick-reference format and logical body systems organization make it ideal for use in both the clinical setting and the field. You’ll easily locate key information on preventing, treating, and managing disease in food animals, as well as expert insights on improving outcomes for individual animals and herd populations.

  • Atlas of Dental Radiography in Dogs and Cats

    • 1st Edition
    • Gregg A. DuPont + 1 more
    • English
    Is it ever appropriate to diagnose and treat oral and dental problems without knowing the full extent of the problem? With more than 50% of anatomical structures and associated pathologies located below the gingivae and unseen to the eye, that’s the reality without the use of high-quality, accurately interpreted radiographs. Atlas of Dental Radiography in Dogs and Cats presents hundreds of actual radiographic images, which are clearly labeled to facilitate accurate identification of normal and abnormal features. This valuable new atlas shows you exactly how to correlate common dental conditions with radiographic signs. Radiographs are also compared side by side with actual anatomical photographs to confirm surface landmarks visible on the radiographs. Correct positioning techniques for producing diagnostic radiographs as well as helpful tips and pitfalls when obtaining quality radiographs are logically presented. This approach helps you produce consistently high-quality radiographs, sharpen your interpretive skills, and confidently treat a wide range of dental problems.

  • Kirk's Current Veterinary Therapy XIV

    • 14th Edition
    • John D. Bonagura + 1 more
    • English
    From medical disorders to toxicology to infectious disease, Kirk’s Current Veterinary Therapy XIV includes the most up-to-date information from leading experts in the veterinary field with over 260 new chapters. The user-friendly format presents content clearly to help you easily find the information you need and put it in practice. Selective lists of references and suggested readings provide opportunities for further research, and the Companion CD includes helpful information from the previous volume that still applies to current practice.

  • Animal Abuse and Unlawful Killing

    Forensic veterinary pathology
    • 1st Edition
    • Ranald Munro + 1 more
    • English
    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.

  • Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Dermatology

    • 1st Edition
    • Anita Patel + 1 more
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. For most dermatological conditions several treatment and/or management options are available, making the situation even more complicated. Small Animal Dermatology is a handy reference for these cases and encourages the practitioner to pursue a definitive diagnosis and plan effective management even if the condition can not be cured.

  • Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging

    Birds, Exotic Pets and Wildlife
    • 1st Edition
    • Charles S. Farrow
    • English
    With a focus on birds, reptiles, and mammals, Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: Avian and Exotic Pets discusses veterinary diagnostic imaging and new technologies for multiple modalities to help you accurately diagnose and pinpoint common injuries and disease. Divided into three sections — Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles — each section includes valuable information on positioning for specific structures, imaging findings, and more for each species with a wealth of photographs to provide real-life examples.

  • The Veterinary Receptionist

    Essential Skills for Client Care
    • 2nd Edition
    • John R. Corsan + 1 more
    • English
    As the first person that many people encounter in their contact with the veterinary practice, the veterinary receptionist has an important part to play in inspiring confidence in clients. The new edition of this popular book remains a unique guide specifically for the veterinary receptionist, providing practical, easily accessible information on how to fulfill this role professionally and efficiently. It advocates an understanding of the role of the receptionist as integral to the practice and supplies the basic information that every veterinary receptionist needs to function effectively. The new edition includes fully updated information on client service and dispensing as well as first aid along with 2 new chapters. The start of each chapter now has a summary outcome identifying specific objectives. The authors have included more scenario cases so the readers can identify more closely with the text.

  • Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Dentistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Cecilia Gorrel
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Dental cases form a significant part of any general practitioner’s case load. Small Animal Dentistry will help practitioners to handle these cases in an effective way, minimising the frustrations and stress that can be associated with unsatisfactory technique. It will also help to identify what is possible and practical for the general practitioner and what is best left to a referral specialist.

  • Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Ophthalmology

    • 1st Edition
    • Sally M. Turner
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. The cases discussed in Small Animal Ophthalmology cover selected areas of the subject, in particular common or potentially frustrating cases, as well as the occasional less frequently encountered diseases which should, nonetheless, be recognised by general practitioners. Each section is fully illustrated and useful appendices are included, covering ophthalmic emergencies, conditions which should be checked for in young animals and commonly used pharmacological agents.

  • Clinical Procedures in Veterinary Nursing

    • 3rd Edition
    • Victoria Aspinall
    • English
    "..this book is also worth having close at hand for unfamiliar situation.." Reviewed by Fabienne Dethioux on behalf of Vet Nurses Today, March 2015

  • Manual of Exotic Pet Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Mark Mitchell + 1 more
    • English
    The only book of its kind with in-depth coverage of the most common exotic species presented in practice, this comprehensive guide prepares you to treat invertebrates, fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds, marsupials, North American wildlife, and small mammals such as ferrets, rabbits, and rodents. Organized by species, each chapter features vivid color images that demonstrate the unique anatomic, medical, and surgical features of each species. This essential reference also provides a comprehensive overview of biology, husbandry, preventive medicine, common disease presentations, zoonoses, and much more. Other key topics include common health and nutritional issues as well as restraint techniques, lab values, drug dosages, and special equipment needed to treat exotics.

  • Small Animal Critical Care Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Deborah Silverstein + 1 more
    • English
    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.

  • Handbook of Veterinary Pain Management

    • 2nd Edition
    • James S. Gaynor + 1 more
    • English
    You can trust this user-friendly guide to help you meet the increasing need for effective pain management in the animals you treat. It provides instant access to clinically relevant information on pain assessment, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment options, guidelines for managing acute and chronic pain, and unique aspects of pain management in dogs, cats, horses, cattle, birds, reptiles, ferrets, and rabbits.

  • Veterinary Practice Management

    A Practical Guide
    • 2nd Edition
    • Maggie Shilcock + 1 more
    • English
    Veterinary Practice Management provides all the practical tips for managing and improving the financial performance of a veterinary practice. Mandatory reading for all owners and veterinary practice managers, it also proves indispensable for commercial veterinary companies and independent outlets alike as well as for all members of the veterinary practice team and representatives who visit veterinary practice managers.

  • Poultry Diseases

    • 6th Edition
    • Mark Pattison + 3 more
    • English
    Now in its sixth edition, Poultry Diseases is once again fully revised with the addition of vital new material. It remains the standard reference work on health and disease for those involved in the poultry industry, government and veterinary education. Following a familiar structure, readers of the sixth edition gain concise but major reviews on current knowledge of general and disease-specific topics discussed over 45 (5 new) chapters in seven sections. With a large international team of contributors led by an authoritative editor team and a Foreword by Professor Frank Jordan, Poultry Diseases is an invaluable resource for the practicing veterinarian, poultry inspector, agricultural manager or veterinary student.

  • Bovine Laminitis and Lameness

    A Hands on Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Paul R. Greenough
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Laminitis and lameness are the most significant diseases afflicting cattle. BOVINE LAMINITIS AND LAMENESS: A HANDS ON APPROACH PROVIDES veterinarians, researchers and cattle producers with an invaluable and handy resource for managing these problems. With a focus on investigation and control of lameness at the herd level, this book offers guidance on containing situations before they become severe problems within the herd. Based on the most recent research, it also explains how animal behaviour and inadequate production management play important roles in increasing prevalence of lameness and other metabolic diseases.

  • Equine Podiatry

    • 1st Edition
    • Andrea Floyd + 1 more
    • English
    This comprehensive text not only covers basic principles of horseshoeing, but also focuses on medical and surgical foot care management. Starting with the anatomy and physiology of the equine foot, this one-of-a-kind book then evaluates the foot, its pathological conditions (including structural, developmental, and traumatic conditions in addition to laminitis), balancing and shoeing the healthy and diseased equine hoof, and ends with a chapter on new directions in equine podiatry, written by cutting-edge researchers in the field.

  • Wound Management in Small Animals

    A Practical Guide for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians
    • 1st Edition
    • Louise O'Dwyer
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It is a practical and comprehensive guide for veterinary nurses to all aspects of wound management in veterinary practice. This ground-breaking new text covers both traditional and controversial methods of treatment with up-to-date information and clear explanations of techniques. An essential purchase for all those who wish to improve their practice and more thoroughly understand all phases of wound healing.

  • Veterinary Pharmacology

    A Practical Guide for the Veterinary Nurse
    • 1st Edition
    • Amanda Helen Rock
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Designed and written specifically for veterinary nurses, it focuses on the practical application of knowledge and encourages a problem-solving approach by introducing a discussion of the potential uses of drugs and exploring a variety of therapies. The text builds upon a general background of anatomy and physiology, chemical sciences and microbiology enabling the reader to understand and engage with the topic more fully. Photographs and detailed line drawings illustrate the more complex areas of pharmacology and aid comprehension of the general action mechanisms of the various drugs discussed. Complicated concepts are presented in a user-friendly way to maximise understanding.

  • Managing a Veterinary Practice

    • 2nd Edition
    • Caroline Jevring-Back + 1 more
    • English
    This internationally appealing edition has been largely rewritten and contains new, updated information on leadership, the role of a manager, basic financial management, marketing, communication within the practice, and how to achieve good client compliance, as well as much sound practical advice from the author. Aimed at practice owners and managers, and those with a vested interest in understanding business management in veterinary practice, the book explains the core principles involved in running a business. ‘Big Business' concepts are explained in practical and applied terms to fulfil small business needs using examples from a wide variety of sources, including internationally recognized business management experts such as Peter Drucker, David Maister, Stephen Covey and Michael Gerber.

  • Current Therapy in Large Animal Theriogenology

    • 2nd Edition
    • Robert S. Youngquist + 1 more
    • English
    An essential resource for both students and practitioners, this comprehensive text provides practical, up-to-date information about normal reproduction and reproductive disorders in horses, cattle, small ruminants, swine, llamas, and other livestock. Featuring contributions from experts in the field, each section is devoted to a different large animal species and begins with a review of the clinically relevant aspects of the reproductive anatomy and physiology of both males and females. Key topics include the evaluation of breeding soundness, pregnancy diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment of infertility, abortion, obstetrics, surgery of the reproductive tract, care of neonates, and the latest reproductive technology.

  • Current Therapy in Equine Reproduction

    • 1st Edition
    • Juan C. Samper + 2 more
    • Juan C. Samper + 1 more
    • English
    Offering the most current insights on horse breeding, this book covers the entire reproductive system, normal and abnormal mare physiology, and a wide range of reproductive problems commonly seen in both the mare and stallion. Coverage includes advanced reproductive techniques, with numerous breeding strategies to help you achieve optimal fertility rates.

  • Problem-Based Feline Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Jacquie Rand
    • English
    This focused resource covers all medical conditions that affect cats. Using a unique problem-based approach, it provides essential information for assessing presenting symptoms, reaching a differential diagnosis, and selecting the appropriate course of treatment for feline patients. A consistent format makes it easy to find information related to key signs and possible causative factors (graded to indicate how common each is), diagnosis, differential diagnosis (including tests where appropriate), treatment, prognosis, and prevention (where applicable) for each clinical condition.

  • Ethics, Law and the Veterinary Nurse

    • 1st Edition
    • Sophie Pullen + 1 more
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Having an awareness of the law is an invaluable resource, especially for those in the veterinary field. Ethics, Law, and the Veterinary Nurse addresses the laws and ethics specifically related to veterinary nursing with knowledge. The book's expert authors use their experience in teaching and law to create an essential resource for veterinary nurses. Case examples illustrate various issues and highlight the relevance of these to everyday practice, plus the book covers regulation, representation, research ethics, and the Veterinary Surgeon's Act for a complete handbook to law and ethics as they relate to veterinary nursing.

  • Minor Veterinary Surgery

    A Handbook for Veterinary Nurses
    • 1st Edition
    • Julian G. Hoad
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It brings together all the information needed for a veterinary nurse to confidently approach minor surgical procedures in small animals. Based on a thorough grounding of surgical principles, the book takes a hands-on approach and focuses on applying theory to practice. The author has included clear instructions for performing a number of minor surgical techniques and offers practical advice in the form of handy hints and tips making this a highly accessible and user-friendly text.

  • Feline Medicine

    A Practical Guide for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians
    • 1st Edition
    • Martha Cannon + 1 more
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Itis the first book to present all aspects of feline medicine in a form that is specifically relevant to Nurses and Technicians. This book explores the role of the Nurse and Technician and offers a practical, ‘hands-on' approach to feline veterinary care.

  • Pain Management in Small Animals

    a Manual for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians
    • 1st Edition
    • Debbie Doyle (nee Grant)
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It explores the vital role the veterinary nurse plays in achieving pain-free recovery for sick or injured small animals and exotic pets. It provides in-depth coverage of both the physical and psychological effects of pain and focuses on the ethical obligation to maximize quality of life through pain management. This book also examines current evidence for effective pain management, including how research findings can be translated into everyday practice.

  • WSAVA Standards for Clinical and Histological Diagnosis of Canine and Feline Liver Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • WSAVA Liver Standardization WSAVA Liver Standardization Gr + 10 more
    • English
    This title is the product of an initiative of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA). The aim is to describe a world standard of guidelines for diagnosis of liver diseases in dogs and cats, using both histological and clinical criteria.

  • Veterinary Radiography

    A Workbook for Students
    • 1st Edition
    • Suzanne Easton
    • English
    This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Radiography can seem a daunting subject to tackle but this book provides an exciting and unique approach to revising a difficult subject. Each chapter introduces its topic with a list of learning objectives clearly pinpointing the essential information. A variety of exercises and activities take the student through a comprehensive revision programme and this book is an excellent complement to the veterinary nursing student's own study programme.

  • Saunders Manual of Small Animal Practice

    • 3rd Edition
    • Stephen J. Birchard + 1 more
    • English
    Meticulously organized by body system for optimal readability and ease of reference, the 3rd edition of this best-selling manual provides quick, comprehensive, and practical guidance on evaluating and managing a full range of common medical and surgical conditions encountered in small animal practice. Medical chapters discuss etiology, clinical signs, diagnoses and treatment, while surgical chapters discuss anatomy, preoperative considerations, procedures and postoperative care. It also contains an entire section devoted to avian and exotic pets and a comprehensive drug formulary.

  • Reptile Medicine and Surgery

    • 2nd Edition
    • Stephen J. Divers + 1 more
    • English
    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.

  • The Equine Manual

    • 2nd Edition
    • Andrew James Higgins + 1 more
    • English
    This second edition of the popular resource serves as a ready reference for equine practitioners. It provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of equine medicine and many surgical conditions. It is a hands-on, user-friendly text aimed at the busy practitioner, veterinary students, specialist equine technicians and others with an interest in horse health. Covers new topics, including intensive care, the pre-purchase examination, equine behavior, and anesthesia (including euthanasia).

  • Clinical Anatomy of the Horse

    • 1st Edition
    • Hilary M. Clayton + 2 more
    • English
    This new volume is the first photographic atlas of equine anatomy to integrate illustrations of prepared specimens with correlative images of the same structures as visualised by each of the commonly used imaging modalities; radiography, ultrasound and endoscopy. Additional images illustrate the position and orientation of these structures in the living animal, as they would most commonly be encountered, either in the course of a physical examination (for example the viscera or reproductive organs in a rectal or vaginal examination), or as they present in the prone animal, during a surgical procedure. Thus the atlas has a true utility for the practitioner as well as the student.

  • Small Animal Toxicology

    • 2nd Edition
    • Michael E. Peterson + 1 more
    • English
    This revised and expanded reference is a valuable aid for the practicing veterinary clinician in diagnosing and determining treatment for toxic exposures in small animals, and for veterinary students as a supplement to their classroom instruction. It contains chapters addressing nontraditional areas of toxicology not covered in conventional toxicology texts. It also covers areas of toxicology which seem basic but are rarely discussed, such as taking a toxicological history, establishing a minimum database, providing supportive care, and managing emergency treatment of the poisoned patient. The book is organized into three sections, including 20 new chapters and new topics such as grapes and raisins, lilies, "Christmas time" plants, mercury, and accidental poisoning in non-traditional pets.

  • Biology of Nutrition in Growing Animals

    Biology of Growing Animals Series
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 4
    • Rainer Mosenthin + 2 more
    • English
    Part of the Biology of Growing Animals series, this book presents up-to-date information on the biology of animal nutrition. It describes how dietary modulation of the gastrointestinal function in young and growing farm animals is achieved through different kinds of feed additives, such as probiotics, prebiotics, organic acids, and novel sources of feed enzymes, as well as bioactive components and metabolic modifiers. The book also discusses the role of nutrition in immune response and animal health, the problem of antinutrients — including mucotoxins and some minerals — in animal nutrition, and the biotechnological, molecular, and ecophysiological aspects of nutrition. In addition, safety and legal aspects are presented.

  • Spanish Terminology for the Veterinary Team

    • 1st Edition
    • Mosby
    • English
    This convenient pocket guide is designed to help the entire veterinary team — veterinarians, veterinary technicians, assistants, and office staff — communicate more effectively with Spanish-speaking clients. It provides key Spanish grammar and pronunciation guidelines so users can formulate explanations, instructions, and questions in Spanish.

  • Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging - The Horse

    • 1st Edition
    • Charles S. Farrow
    • English
    Focusing on the horse, this practical text is the second in a series of three to focus on veterinary diagnostic imaging and the new technologies available to help diagnose and pinpoint disease. Like Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: The Dog and Cat, Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: The Horse is organized by region with specific structures addressed within each region. Coverage includes background information, normal anatomy, and positioning for specific structures, followed by imaging findings and specific problems such as trauma/fracture, infection and neoplasm. The main focus of this book is radiology, with supplementary information on ultrasound, CT, and MRI.

  • Behaviour Problems in Small Animals

    Practical Advice for the Veterinary Team
    • 1st Edition
    • Jon Bowen + 1 more
    • English
    An easy-to-use, quick-reference text full of practical advice on how to handle behavioral problems in the practice situation. You'll find helpful practice tips such as tips on running puppy classes, guidelines for breeders, and guidelines for new owners. Discussions of canine behavioral problems include: aggression; fears, phobias and anxieties; elimination problems; training issues; and geriatric behavior issues. Feline behavioral problems include: aggression; fears, phobias and anxieties; elimination problems; grooming problems; bonding problems; and geriatric behavior issues. There's also a helpful appendix on drug dosages for behavior-related medications.

  • Essentials of Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Victoria Aspinall
    • English
    Essentials of Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology is a pocket guide to essential facts in anatomy and physiology. It covers all the basic information needed by students in a format that enables quick revision or easy assimilation of information. Species covered include exotics and equine as well as dog and cat. An essential pocket companion for all students of veterinary nursing or medicine.

  • Veterinary Dentistry for the Nurse and Technician

    • 1st Edition
    • Cecilia Gorrel + 1 more
    • English
    This well-illustrated manual offers veterinary technicians and nurses practical advice on performing basic dental procedures. It covers all key day-to-day scenarios in a small animal practice, including equipment, preventive dentistry, and dental radiography. The authors - one a world authority on veterinary dentistry, the other a listed veterinary nurse - have worked together for more than a decade and have unparalleled experience in animal dentistry and oral surgery.

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