Equine veterinary medicine Books

Book SynopsisThis concise workbook is written as a guide for veterinary professionals to support owners through the many challenges they face before, during and after the death of their companion animal. This unique text provides a wealth of practical advice to be used when supporting both adults and children through the grief process. It offers support when discussing subjects such as natural death versus euthanasia and guiding owners through after death services. Also, it covers the difficulties experienced by owners due to separation for other reasons, such as when a pet has to be rehomed. The book: - Gives highly practical guidance on pet bereavement support for vet staff before, during and after animal loss, including communicating with highly distressed people; - Includes exercises and activities which can be downloaded and shared with owners to help them cope with the destabilising effects of grief; - Helps gain a deeper understanding of the owners' perceptions of the process, including their fears and feelings; - Addresses the importance of self-care and peer support within the veterinary team or animal welfare organisation; - Contains numerous case studies and practical examples in the book and via additional online resources.Table of Contents1: Perspective from Opposite Sides of the Consulting Table 2: Communicating with Distressed Owners 3: Approaching End-of-life Issues with Owners 4: The Owner's Resources 5: End-of-life Planning 6: Supporting the Owner as They Find the Right Time to Say Goodbye 7: Euthanasia for Pet Behaviour Problems 8: Euthanasia, Sudden Death and Natural Death 9: After-death Services and Memorials 10: Supporting the Newly Bereaved Pet Owner 11: Difficulties During the Grief Process 12: Children and Companion Animal Bereavement 13: Guiding Owners – Caring for Grieving Animals and Taking on a New Pet 14: The Personal Cost of Caring 15: From Compassion Fatigue to Compassion Resilience 16: A Holistic Approach to End-of-life Support in Practice 1: Epilogue 2: References and Resources

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Book SynopsisThis is a detailed guide to medicinal herbs for horses and how they can help in the treatment of a wide range of common ailments. The guide provides an A to Z of common ailments - from allergies to wounds - which can be effectively and safely treated using herbal medicine. It draws on research in herbal medicine as well as in traditional plant-based remedies. Throughout, the author underlines the importance of veterinary consultation, explaining how herbs can be used to complement conventional methods. To provide background information, a materia medica lists the properties of 50 readily obtainable herbs, giving details on habitat, collection, actions and uses, along with folklore and case histories. The author also discusses several non-herbal products, such as vinegar and yoghurt. There are guidelines on how to make herbal preparations, and how to use herbs in compresses and poultices. Advice is given on how remedies are selected and dosages determined, bearing in mind that most herbs take time to bring about a healing reaction. In the final part of the handbook the author describes a range of alternative therapies which can be used alongside conventional or herbal medicine.Table of ContentsChoosing a remedy; dosages for herbs; how to prepare and use herbs; materia medici; non-herbal miscellany; alternative antibiotics; common ailments; alternative therapies - Bach flower remedies, aromatherapy and essential oils, homoeopathy, radionics, chiropractic, other therapies and treatments.

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Book SynopsisLaminitis, a horse-centred approach describes in depth the current mainstream thinking on laminitis and suggests ways of reframing our understanding of this challenging condition. New thinking based on putting the horse at the centre of the problem is presented, allowing a better understanding of the biomechanics of laminitis. The book suggests ways in which damaged feet can recover, and also helps the reader to understand the pathological processes within the horse as a whole that lead to laminitis occurring, starting with an understanding of the horse's innate ability to heal itself and working towards interventions that create an environment that is conducive to healing. The book also explores the concept that laminitis, rather than being a disease in its own right, is merely a symptom of a range of underlying health problems that affect the whole horse.

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Book SynopsisComplications in Equine Surgery is the first reference to focus exclusively on understanding, preventing, recognizing, managing, and prognosing, technical and post-procedural complications in equine surgery. Edited by two noted experts on the topic, the book presents evidence-based information using a clear approach, organized by body system. Featuring color images, the book contains detailed coverage of the gastrointestinal, respiratory, musculoskeletal, urogenital, and neurological systems. Each chapter contains a short introduction of the procedure with explanations of when and how the procedure is to be performed. All chapters review how to recognize and prevent technical complications and explain how to manage post-operative complications. This important text: Offers the first resource specifically focused on complications encountered in equine surgeryTakes a helpful format organized by body systemProvides consistently formatted chapters for ease of useCovers clinically relevanTable of ContentsForeword xi Preface xiii Acknowledgements xv List of Contributors xvi 1 Surgical Complications 1Luis M. Rubio-Martinez and Dean A. Hendrickson 2 Complications of Parenteral Administration of Drugs 10Julie E. Dechant 3 Complications of Intravascular Injection and Catheterization 16Julie E. Dechant 4 Complications of Endoscopy 25Julie E. Dechant 5 Complications of Nasogastric Intubation 29Julie E. Dechant 6 Complications of Fluid Therapy 36Angelika Schoster and Henry Stämpfli 7 Complications Associated with Hemorrhage 57Margaret C. Mudge 8 Complications of Blood Transfusion 64Margaret C. Mudge 9 Complications Associated with Sutures 70Ian F. Devick and Dean A. Hendrickson 10 Complications of Bone Graft Harvesting, Handling, and Implantation 79Lynn Pezzanite and Laurie R. Goodrich 11 Complications of Cryosurgery 87Ann Martens 12 Complications of Laser Surgery 95Kenneth E. Sullins 13 Complications of Systemic Analgesic Drugs 109Maria Amengual-Vila and Eva Rioja Garcia 14 Complications of Loco-Regional Anesthesia 118Eva Rioja Garcia 15 Complications of Sedative and Anesthesia Medications 135Rachel C. Hector and Khursheed Mama 16 Complications During Recovery from General Anesthesia 154Alexander Valverde 17 Complications Associated with Surgical Site Infections 168Denis Verwilghen and J. Scott Weese 18 Complications of Reconstructive Surgery 196Jacintha M. Wilmink and Debra C. Archer 19 Complications of Excessive Granulation Tissue 204Jacintha M. Wilmink and Debra C. Archer 20 Complications of Skin Neoplasia 212Debra Archer and Jacintha M. Wilmink 21 Complications of Skin Grafting 222Debra C. Archer and Jacintha M. Wilmink 22 Complications of Oral and Salivary Gland Surgery 233Patrick Martin Dixon and Richard J.M. Reardon 23 Complications of Esophageal Surgery 254Louise L. Southwood 24 Complications of Stomach Surgery 265Louise L. Southwood 25 Complications of Splenic Surgery 272Eileen Sullivan Hackett 26 Complications of Abdominal Approaches 279Shauna P. Lawless and Eileen Sullivan Hackett 27 Complications of the Intraoperative Colic Patient 291Anje G. Bauck and David E. Freeman 28 Complications of the Postoperative Colic Patient 310Louise L. Southwood 29 Complications of Surgery of the Rectum and Anus 374Michael A. Spirito 30 Complications of Abdominal Surgery: Incisional Hernia 378John P. Caron 31 Complications of Equine Laparoscopy 391Donna L. Shettko and Dean A. Hendrickson 32 Complications of Endoscopic Laser Surgery 404Jan F. Hawkins 33 Complications Following Surgery of the Equine Nasal Passages and Paranasal Sinuses 413Lynn Pezzanite and Jeremiah T. Easley 34 Complications of Pharynx Surgery 427Norm G. Ducharme and Fabrice Rossignol 35 Complications of Larynx Surgery 438Fabrice Rossignol and Norm G. Ducharme 36 Complications of Surgery for Diseases of the Guttural Pouch 468Anje G. Bauck and David E. Freeman 37 Complications of Equine Tracheal Surgery 488John Peroni 38 Complications of Equine Thoracic Surgery 491John Peroni 39 Complications of Testicular Surgery 498James Schumacher and Thomas O’Brien 40 Complications of Penile and Preputial Surgery 522James Schumacher and Thomas O’Brien 41 Complications of Ovarian and Uterine Surgery 532James Schumacher and Thomas O’Brien 42 Complications of Vulvar, Vestibular, Vaginal, and Cervical Surgery 550James Schumacher and Thomas O’Brien 43 Complications of Urinary Surgery 571Sara K.T. Steward and Luis M. Rubio-Martinez 44 Complications of Diagnostic Tests for Lameness 583Ellen R. Singer 45 Complications of Synovial Endoscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy, Tenoscopy, Bursoscopy) 601Troy N. Trumble and Michael C. Maher 46 Complications of Equine Orthopedic Surgery 629Kyla F. Ortved and Dean W. Richardson 47 Complications of Surgery of the Equine Foot 667Britta S. Leise 48 Complications of Surgical Correction of Angular Limb Deformities 683Robert Hunt and Amy M. Buck 49 Complications of Surgical Correction of Flexural Limb Deformities 694Belinda Black and James R. Vasey 50 Complications of Splint Bone Fractures 718Timothy Lescun 51 Complications of Craniomaxillary and Mandible Fractures 730Timothy Lescun 52 Complications of Tendon Surgery 739Roger K.W. Smith 53 Complications of Muscle Surgery 757Brad Nelson 54 Complications of Regenerative Medicine 769Ashlee E. Watts 55 Complications of Osseous Cyst-Like Lesions 774Ashlee E. Watts 56 Complications of Equine Ophthalmic Surgery 779Kate S. Freeman and Dennis E. Brooks 57 Complications of Diagnostic Procedures of the Nervous System 815Laura Johnstone 58 Complications of Anterior Cervical Fusion 826Barrie DonLeo Grant 59 Complications of Surgery for Impingement of Dorsal Spinous Processes 833Luis M. Rubio-Martinez 60 Complications of Peripheral Nerve Surgery 843Yvonne A. Elce Index 855

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to the care and management of horses and ponies. The aim of this volume is to provide a reliable source of information and advice on all practical aspects of horse and stable management. The manual has been compiled by a panel of experts each drawing on considerable experience and contributing specialised knowledge on his or her chosen subject. Filled with reliable information and advice on modern stable management practices, the book provides a sound foundation for Horse Knowledge and Care. Throughout, the emphasis is on the adoption of correct and safe procedures for the welfare of all who come into contact with horses, as well as for the animals themselves. Coverage includes: The Horse Care of the Horse Watering and Feeding Saddlery and Tack Specialist Care of the Competition Horse The Horse at Grass The Stable Yard Trade ReviewEssential reading for students taking BHS examinations - invaluable to amateurs and professionals alike.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Section 1: The Horse 1. Conformation and How to Assess it 2. Action 3. The Psychology of the Horse 4. The Teeth and Ageing 5. Breeds 6. Breeding 7. Identification 8. Buying and Selling a Horse Section 2: Care of the Horse 9. Management Methods 10. Handling the Horse 11. Grooming 12. Clipping, Trimming, Pulling and Plaiting 13. The Foot and Shoeing 14. Bedding 15. Signs of Good and Ill-Health, and Sick Nursing 16. Basic Symptoms of the Horse and How to Get a Horse Fit 17. Internal Parasites 18. Stable Vices and Problem Behaviour Section 3: Watering and Feeding 19. Watering 20. Food and DIgestion 21. The Rules of Feeding 22. Food — Composition and Types 23. Deciding on a Ration 24. Feeding Problems and Non-routine Feeding 25. Managing Forage 26. The Feed Shed and Storing Food Section 4: Saddlery and Tack 27. The Saddle 28. Bridles 29. Other Saddlery 30. Bits 31. Boots and Bandages 32. Clothing 33. Care and Cleaning 34. Saddling Up and Unsaddling Section 5: Specialist Care of the Competition Horse 35. Guidelines for Competition Horses 36. The Event Horse 37. The Dressage Horse 38. The Show Jumper 39. The Endurance Horse 40. The Driving Horse or Pony 41. The Hunter 42. The Point-to-Pointer 43. The Show Horse or Pony 44. The Polo Pony 45. Transportation Section 6: The Horse at Grass 46. Grassland Managment 47. Management of Horses and Ponies at Grass 48. Working the Grass-kept Horse or Pony 49. Bringing a Horse up From Grass Section 7: The Stable Yard 50. Construction of Stables 51. Design of Stables 52. Riding Areas 53. Buying Fodder and Bedding 54. Organising and Running a Yard 55. The Law Appendices 1. Measurements 2. The British Horse Society 3. Equine Passports 4. Vaccinations 5. Government Publications and Codes of Practice 6. Animal Transport Certificate and Route Plan 7. Stable Fires Further Reading Useful Addresses Index

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Book SynopsisThe author deals with complex issues on a step-by-step basis and provides detailed explanations of technical and scientific terminology. Question boxes act as reminders and revision aids throughout.Table of Contentsbiochemistry; energetics; homeostasis; biodiversity; immune response; anatomy; physiology; connective tissue; circulatory system; respiratory system; digestive physiology; nervous, sensory and endocrine systems; urinary system; reproductive anatomy; and genetics.

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Book SynopsisEquine Color Genetics, Fourth Edition presents a detailed examination of the color variation in horses and donkeys and the genetic mechanisms that produce color variations. Thoroughly covers the basic colors in horses, including bay, chestnut, black, and brown Details the genetic basis of the colors built from the basic coat color, including dilutions and white patterning Provides an explanation of genetic mechanisms that determine coat color Presents a thorough revision and update, including new advances in molecular genetics, biochemistry, molecular mechanisms, genetic loci, coat colors before domestication, and more Offers a new introduction describing the principles of genetics and genomics research to help outline how knowledge is discovered and to assist the reader in understanding concepts covered in the book Table of ContentsPreface to the Fourth Edition xi 1 Introduction 7 2 Basic Dark Horse Colors: Bay, Chestnut, Black, and Brown 23 3 Modifications Affecting Most Colors 39 4 Dilutions of the Basic Dark Colors 7S 5 Overview of the Genetic Control of Horse Color 131 6 Patterns with Individually Distributed White Hairs 137 7 Nonsymmetric Patches of White: White Marks, Paints, and Pintos 165 8 Patterns with Symmetric White Patches: The Leopard Complex 211 Rebecca Bellone, Sheila Archer, and D. Phillip Sponenberg 9 Overview of Patterns Adding White 239 10 Horse Color and Horse Breeding 243 11 Peculiarities of Hair Growth 247 12 Donkey Color 2S1 13 Summary Tables 279 Bibliography 323 Index 335

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Book SynopsisHealthy foods, supplements, preparations and remedies based on natural ingredients are increasingly promoted in human health, and can equally be used for your horse’s health. Ingredients such as yoghurt, ginger and buckwheat can promote general well-being and address specific concerns about equine conditions and ailments. This books presents an essential A-Z reference guide to common natural medicinal recipes based on wild-growing and easily available flowers, fungi and herbs such as horsetail, chamomile and medicinal mushrooms. Explaining how they can be used and the potential benefits to your horse’s health. Around 80 natural products are covered, including recipes and preparations to make the remedy appealing to the horse or suitable for application and usage. The plant description, action, use and dosage are provided for each remedy, along with some additional veterinary advice. Natural Medicine for Horse is not only a perfect guide for horse owners but a great book for natural remedy enthusiasts too.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding the Horse's Feet sets out to explain the complexity of this subject in terms that the lay person can understand, and help the horse owner to have confidence in discussing foot-related issues with their vet or farrier/trimmer. The perennial problem of laminitis is examined in depth, together with other conditions that commonly affect the horse's foot.

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Book SynopsisCompletely updated and revised, the third edition of this essential textbook describes the basic genetics of the horse including coat colour, parentage, medical and population genetics, cytogenetics, performance, breeding systems and genetic conservation, as well as the many recent advances in genomics. New for the third edition: - More information on genomics and biology have been included - There are two additional chapters on genetics with respect to infectious diseases and reproduction - Expanded sections on quantitative genetics and genomic selection provide comprehensive coverage - Many new figures further illustrate key points in the text - Redesigned in colour throughout and keeping the popular features of previous editions This authoritative text remains one of the key sources of information for basic genetic principles and their specific applications to the horse, and is essential for students of equine studies, animal breeding and veterinary science, as well as horse breeders and owners.Table of Contents1: Nature of Breeds 2: Evolution and Domestication 3: Equus 4: Fundamentals of Genetics 5: The Language of Genetics 6: Genomics 7: Black, Bay, and Chestnut (Extension and Agouti) 8: Color Diluting Genes 9: Tobiano, White, Sabino and Roan (KIT) 10: Frame Overo and Splashed White 11: Leopard Complex 12: Gray, Brindle, Curly and Tiger Eye 13: Putting it All Together: Color By Design 14: Parentage Testing 15: Blood Groups and Neonatal Isoerythrolysis 16: Medical Genetics 17: Cytogenetics 18: Major Genes, Quantitative Trait Loci and Marker Assisted Selection 19: Complex Traits 20: Pedigrees and Breeding Schemes 21: Microbiome and Mitochondria 22: Where Do We Go From Here?

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Book SynopsisThis book presents topical research in the study of horses, including recent advances in equine herpes virus 4 genetics using BAC technology; selective breeding in horses; the sexual interference behaviour in a managed herd of Sorraia horses; the management of wild horses with porcine zona pellucida; pathogen inactivation during horse manure composting; horse and human personalities; as well as horse identification and parentage control.

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