Animal husbandry Books

Book SynopsisThis book has been designed to fulfill the long-standing requirements of students, educators, researchers, and other key stakeholders. Its primary objective is to provide a foundation of knowledge on Animal Welfare sciences to those who are interested in the field.

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Book SynopsisThis book seeks to address a gap in the literature by providing in-depth information on various practical applications of veterinary andrology, frozen semen technology, and artificial insemination through the use of relevant illustrations based on the author's experience and research in the field. The theoretical aspects of the subject have been intentionally excluded as there is already a significant amount of literature available on the topic. This book has been designed to benefit scientists and managers working in frozen semen production stations, semen quality control laboratories, andrological diagnosis laboratories, as well as students of andrology and artificial insemination. It covers the topics outlined in the syllabus for the practical course of andrology and artificial insemination for undergraduate students of veterinary science. Additionally, it can serve as a useful teaching aid for graduate students studying animal reproduction or veterinary andrology.

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Book SynopsisArtificial Insemination and Treatment of Infertility in Dairy Animals by Honnappagol and Tandle is a valuable resource that has been authored by 16 highly experienced faculty members from various academic departments. These experts are actively engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and have extensive knowledge in the field. The editors have ensured that all aspects of artificial insemination and infertility have been covered in the 20 chapters of the book, making it an essential guide for students and veterinarians. This comprehensive resource aims to minimize potential economic losses for dairy animal owners and the dairy industry by providing practical knowledge and skills for handling, storing, and evaluating frozen semen, safety handling of cryocans and liquid nitrogen, factors affecting success rate in artificial insemination programs, and drugs and hormones used in treating reproductive disorders. The book covers all facets of infertility, including endocrinology of estrous cycle, the role of nutrition and feed formulation, breeding strategies, estrus detection aids, recent advances in reproduction-controlled breeding, fertility improvement, use of ultrasound and laparoscopy, therapeutic management of infertility, and reproductive disease control.

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Book SynopsisThis manual provides comprehensive information on the methods employed in the clinical examination of herd and individual animals, including history-taking related to production diseases of animals and laboratory techniques for confirmatory diagnosis of diseases. It covers all practical aspects of clinical examination of animals and commonly used laboratory techniques, such as ruminal fluid examination, CSF examination, bone marrow and lymph node biopsy, blood transfusion, enzymology, and other biochemical parameters, for the diagnosis of metabolic and production diseases. The methods are presented in a straightforward manner to enable undergraduate students to use them directly in the laboratory. The manual also includes thought-provoking questions at the end of each exercise, which allow students to apply their knowledge and correlate the results with clinical signs of the diseases, aiding in the confirmatory diagnosis of diseases. Additionally, this manual will be beneficial for postgraduate students pursuing a masters degree in veterinary medicine.

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Book SynopsisThe primary objective of creating this book was to develop a comprehensive and accessible guide for students, scholars, farmers, and entrepreneurs interested in integrated livestock farming systems (ILFS). This guide provides all the necessary information required to establish any size or type of ILFS unit. The ILFS seeks to promote sustainable agriculture by integrating animal husbandry with other essential agricultural practices. This approach has the potential to make the enterprise profitable. This guide will enhance the knowledge and skills of farmers and entrepreneurs already involved in the ILFS model or those who wish to establish an ILFS model. Ultimately, this book aims to fulfill the needs of anyone who wishes to launch a thriving and profitable venture.

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Book SynopsisThis book, authored by academicians and researchers in the field of dairy science, offers an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and alternative approaches in the dairy industry. The contents are organized into three distinct categories. The first section introduces various advanced processing technologies, starting with an overview of the latest processing techniques in Chapter 1, followed by detailed discussions on High Pressure Processing, Pulsed Electric Field Technology, and Cold Plasma Technology. The second section focuses on quality aspects, with Chapter 5 discussing Aptamers, and subsequent chapters covering Microbial Biosensors, FTIR Spectroscopy, and Nano Science in Dairy Quality. The final section delves into practical applications, including Enzyme-Based Flavor Components, Applications of Modified Starch, and Nutrigenomics. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the dairy or food science industries, providing valuable insights into the processing and quality aspects of milk and other dairy products. The books contents will undoubtedly broaden readers knowledge and offer new information for further exploration of the subject matter.

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Book SynopsisThe book presents extensive information on the latest advancements and anticipated future developments in the domain of poultry nutrition. Historically, the primary objective was to increase meat and egg production to fulfill the growing global demand for animal protein. However, contemporary demands in the poultry industry are not solely focused on optimizing the biological and economic performance of birds, but also encompass societal concerns such as environmental impact, animal welfare, antibiotic growth promoters, traceability, and the use of genetically modified ingredients. Therefore, the book has been designed to incorporate recent scientific research findings and serve as a reliable resource for students, educators, researchers, and industry professionals in the field of poultry nutrition.

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Book SynopsisImmunology is the field of study concerned with the immune system, which is responsible for defending the body against various types of infections. When foreign substances enter the body, the immune system initiates a range of protective mechanisms. To fully grasp the subject of immunology, it is necessary to examine it in its entirety. This book provides a comprehensive and straightforward introduction to the fundamentals and emerging trends in immunology. The text is divided into 20 chapters, which cover all the important areas of immunology necessary for a thorough understanding of the subject. In addition to covering fundamental immunology concepts, the book also includes a dedicated section on Immunotechniques, which are commonly used in laboratories. The book also features a comprehensive glossary of important terms for quick reference.

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Book SynopsisThe book comprises comprehensive and current information on the subjects discussed, and it also addresses animal ethics and the welfare of laboratory rabbits and pet animals in a detailed and precise manner, utilizing clear and straightforward language that is easily understandable for students, including those preparing for comprehensive examinations, as well as teachers and researchers.

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Book SynopsisThere has been a significant rise in the production of livestock products, particularly in developing countries, and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years. Specifically, there has been a substantial increase in the production of poultry, pigs, eggs, and milk. Livestock production is an efficient use of resources, as it utilizes materials that may otherwise go unused, and provides high-quality protein and essential micronutrients to the human diet.

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Book SynopsisThe management of feeding plays a significant role in maintaining high levels of milk production in high-producing dairy animals, particularly during the transition period, which is the three weeks prior to and three weeks after parturition. Proper nutrition during this time is critical to the health, production, and profitability of the dairy. Although nutrition and management of cows during the transition period have received considerable attention in developed countries, developing countries like India have paid relatively less attention to this issue. Although some technologies, such as protected fat and protein alone or in combination, have been implemented by a few dairy farmers, many are still unaware of their importance in managing the transition period. The impact of these technologies on early lactation performance and post-partum reproduction has been studied in detail in this book, with a focus on their profitability. The role of energy nutrients as bypass fat and protein as bypass protein, both in isolation and in combination, has also been discussed in relation to regaining a positive energy balance after parturition and its impact on increased milk yield and improved post-partum reproduction.

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Book SynopsisThe book provides a comprehensive overview of the production aspects of rabbit rearing, with the information being based on the rearing practices adopted for rabbits in India. The author has selected specific topics related to rabbits, taking into account their relevance to the field of animal husbandry. The content of the book has been derived from a combination of professional experience, research findings, and the latest data from reliable sources. The book has been written with the intention of providing a valuable resource for students, teachers, and academics in educational and research institutions that specialize in Veterinary Sciences, Animal Sciences, and Livestock Production. Additionally, the book will be a useful tool for field functionaries in the Animal Husbandry Department and livestock farms in both the public and private sectors who are engaged in rabbit production. The book includes a range of relevant topics and information.

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Book SynopsisThe book comprises three main sections, each addressing a different aspect of animal nutrition and feed technology. The first part focuses on the fundamental principles of animal nutrition and feed technology, including the estimation of macro elements such as calcium and phosphorus, as well as cell wall fractionation and the presence of toxic principles in feeds. The second part, applied animal nutrition-I, delves into the specific feeding requirements of ruminant animals, including cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats, at various physiological stages, as well as the formulation of their respective rations. The third part, applied animal nutrition-II, covers the feeding requirements of non-ruminant animals, such as swine and poultry, at different physiological stages, along with the formulation of their respective diets. Additionally, the book includes a section on the principles of mixing and compounding of feed. This comprehensive resource is suitable for postgraduate students of animal sciences, teachers and researchers in the field of animal nutrition, feed industry professionals involved in manufacturing and marketing, field veterinarians, animal husbandry extension workers, and progressive animal farmers and animal enthusiasts.

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Book SynopsisVeterinary Toxicology, in recent years, has acquired greater importance than ever before because of increasing and indiscriminate use of farm chemicals and drugs accompanied by rapid degrading impact of environmental pollution on health of animals. The indiscriminate feeding habits of domestic animals especially in developing countries make them more prone to the impact of natural toxicants especially Phytotoxins and Mycotoxins. Toxicology has been recognized as a separate discipline in veterinary sciences both at undergraduate and post graduate levels for the last four decades and a lot of emphasis has been given on its teaching, research and practical utility from clinical point of view. The book has been prepared in a most comprehensive manner with up-to date reference which offers invaluable, clinically oriented guidance on numerous potentially toxic substances. In addition, to covering traditional and non-traditional areas of toxicology it provides a wealth of quick reference charts and tables that put vital information at your finger tips in secondsTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. General Toxicology 3. Heavy Metal Toxicology 4. Non-Metal Toxicology 5. Phytotoxicology 6. Pesticidal Toxicology 7. Mycotoxicology 8. Zootoxocology 9. Environmental Toxicology 10. Radiation Toxicology 11. Defense Toxicology 12. Appendices 13. Bibliography

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Book SynopsisThe book is written in a very simple and lucid manner so that everybody can read and understand the Immunology subject very easily. The book is useful for scientist, teachers, students, officers, diagnosticians and researchers as Immunology has become an essential and indispensable subject now a days not only to understand the different arms of the immune system playing a role in the pathogenesis of the diseases but also to diagnose and treat the diseases in a efficient and effective manner. This book will provide information on all the aspects of the Immunology such as Elements of innate and acquired immunity, Antigens and antigenicity, Antibody structure and functions, Complement, Serological tests, origin, morphology and functions of T and B lymphocytes, Cytokines, Defects in immune system, AIDS, Autoimmunity and tolerance, Tumour immunology, Vaccines and vaccinations besides a large number of questions of miscellaneous nature. A list of tests recommended for infectious diseases in international trade has also been included for ready reference of researchers, teachers and students as well. Lastly it will be helpful for all to understand the Immunology subject easily and to face various competitive examinations with a greater degree of confidence.Table of Contents01: Overview of Immune System 02: Elements of Innate and Acquired Immunity 03: Antigen and Antigenecity 04: Antibody: Structure and Functions 05: Complement 06: Serological Tests 07: T Lymphocytes and B Lymphocytes 08: Cytokines 09: Immune Response to Infectious Disease 10: Defects in the Immune System 11: Immunodeficiency Diseases and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Aids 12: Autoimmunity and Tolerance 13: Tumour Immunology 14: Vaccines and Vaccination 15: Miscellaneous Questions 16: List of The Recommended Test for International Trade

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Book SynopsisCover methods used in clinical examination of herd/individual animals including history taking related to production disease of animals and laboratory for confirmatory diagnosis of disease. This book covers all practical aspects of clinical examination of animal and most commonly used laboratory techniques including ruminal fluid examination, CSF examination, bone marrow and lymph node biopsy, blood transfusion, enzymology and other biochemical parameters for the diagnosis of metabolic/production diseases. Questions given at the end of each , interpret and correlate the results with clinical signs of the diseases, which can be an aid to the confirmatory diagnosis of disease.Table of Contents01: Clinical Examination of Sick Animals Suffering from Metabolic, Deficiency and Toxic Diseases 02: Metabolic Profile Test 03: Collection and Examination of Ruminal Fluid 04: Collection of Blood and Blood Serum and Evaluation of Haemogram for Metabolic Profile Test 05: Estimation of Blood Glucose for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 06: Blood Glucose Tolerance Test GTT for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 07: Estimation of Blood Urea Nitrogen for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 08: Estimation of Serum Calcium, Magnesium and Inorganic Phosphorus for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 09: Estimation of Serum Sodium, Potassium for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 10: Estimation of Serum Total Proteins, Albumin and Globulin for Computing Metabolic Profile Test 11: Collection, Preservation and Dispatch of Materials for the Estimation of Micro minerals 12: Establishment of Relationship between Soil, Plants and Animals 13: Test Therapy and Examination of Blood, Urine and Milk for Ketone Bodies 14: Enlisting of Vitamins and Minerals Rich Diets and Feeding Schedule During Different Stages of Life and Diseased Animals 15: Collection, Evaluation, Cross matching and Transfusion of Blood in Anaemic Patients 16: Collection and Examination of Cerebrospinal Fluid CSF 17: Collection and Examination of Bone Marrow and Lymph Node Biopsy 18: Collection and Dispatch of Material for Chemical Examination in Veterolegal Cases 19: Treatment of Casualities and Other Emergencies in Farm Stock 20: Clinical Case Record

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Book SynopsisThis book will serve the long standing need of the students, teachers, research workers and other stake holders. The book will be helpful to the students and researchers in developing basic understanding of Animal Welfare sciences.Table of Contentso Animal Welfare and Ethics o Human and Animal Welfare in Relation to Ecosystem and Environmental Factors o Role of Veterinarians in Animal Welfare o Prevention of Cruelty to Animal (PCA) Act 1960 o Animal Welfare Board of India, Their Role and Functions o Role and Function of Committee for the Purpose of Controlling and Supervision of Experiments in Animals (CPCSEA) o Rules, Regulations and Laws on Animal Welfare o Protection and Welfare of Performing Animals o Protection and Welfare of Working Animals o Pet and Companion Animal Welfare o Animal Welfare Organizations o Protection and Welfare of Cattle and Buffaloes o Protection and Welfare of Sheep and Goat o Protection and Welfare of Pigs o Protection and Welfare of Poultry o Application of Behavioural Knowledge on Animal Handling and Restraining o Protection of Wildlife in Nature and Captivity o The Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972 o Welfare of Animals During Transportation o Welfare Related to Animal Slaughtering and Slaughter House o Animal Welfare During Natural Calamities and Disaster Management o Assessment of Animal Welfare and Audit Programme in the Livestock Farms o Abnormal Behaviour in Animals o Alternatives to Animal Usage in Teaching and Research

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Book SynopsisThe use of abattoir establishments, including the procedures involved in producing high-quality meat, and the scientific evaluation of food animals and their carcasses, are all examined in an effective manner. The sustainability of the meat industry and meat food sector is largely dependent on the proper utilization of by-products generated in abattoirs, such as blood, hides and skins, intestines, bones, and glandular by-products. These topics are discussed in a more understandable and realistic manner. The book also covers the waste generated by abattoirs and the sanitary requirements for these establishments. Additionally, the book provides comprehensive information on wool technology, including the process of shearing, sampling, wool structure, physico-chemical properties, processing, and testing. This valuable resource will serve as a source of knowledge and information for those involved in the meat and wool industries, including professionals, businesses, planners, and researchers.

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Book SynopsisThe book is written in a very simple and lucid manner so that everybody can read and understand it very easily. The book is useful for scientists, teachers, students, officers, diagnosticians and laboratory technicians as cell culture has become an essential and indispensable tool in many branches of life sciences and application of cell culture is getting increased exponentially day by day in various fields of biological and medical research arena. This book will provide detailed information on all the aspects of the cell culture starting from establishment of a cell culture laboratory, primary culture, secondary culture, media filtration, collection, preservation and dispatch of samples for diagnosis of viral diseases, cell line authentication and characterization, contamination and curing, cryopreservation of cells and revival of cells besides description on ELISA, SNT, virus titration etc. In my opinion, this book will be extremely useful to the persons who are directly and indirectly involved in cell culture work for various biological experiments. Finally, students and examinees can enrich their knowledge on cell culture from the book and can face any challenge easily and confidently. s on the latest developments on biotechnological approaches for fish disease diagnostic, infection and immunity of brood carps, cryoconservation of fishes, probiotics and nanotechnology in aquaculture are of paramount interest, in addition to information on prawn aquaculture, ornamental fish farming and trade. Information on various software and their application for exploratory data analysis and data mining leading to knowledge discovery and visualization is the main attraction of the book. Another important feature of the book is that one can find appropriate as well as illustrated examples exclusively with fisheries data. The statistics section includes biometrical and qualitative techniques in genetics and selective breeding of fish, besides fundamental statistical test, design of experiments and sampling methods for planning of experiments and survey in fisheries and aquaculture research. The book also includes econometric approach for technical efficiency estimation and input-output analysis, project evaluation, and impact assessment, linear programming, market intelligence, fisheries legislation, policy and IPR issues all of which are new in the field of fisheries and aquaculture.Table of Contents01. Introduction 02. Principles of Cell Culture 03. The Cell and its Environment 04. Types of Cells And Cell Culture 05. Cell Culture: Applications, Advantages and Disadvantages 06. Ideal Cell Culture Laboratory with Equipments 07. Growth and Maintenance of Cells in Culture 08. Components of Medium and its Preparation 09. Primary Cell Culture 10. Maintenance of Cell Culture 11. Packaging and Transportation of Cells 12. Description of Commonly Used Cell Lines 13. Subculturing of Cells in Different Vessels 14. Scaling Up of Animal Cell Culture 15. Cell Line Authentication and Characterization 16. Cryopreservation and Thawing/Revival of Cells 17. Contamination of Cell Culture and Curing 18. Counting of Cells 19. Isolation and Identification of Virus in Cell Culture 20. Virus Assays 21. Collection, Preservation and Transport of Various 22. Specimens for Laboratory Diagnosis 23. Collection of Materials for Diagnosis of Viral 24. Diseases 25. Processing of Laboratory Specimens, Inoculation into Laboratory Animals and Embryonated Eggs for Pathogen Isolation 26. Serum Neutralization Test 27. Enzyme Linked munosorbent Assay ELISA 28. Biosafety Measures and Risk Management

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