Veterinary medicine: large animals Books

Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHerriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight. -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHerriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight. -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess

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Book SynopsisThe third collection of memoirs from the author who inspired the BBC and Channel 5 series All Creatures Great and Small. This omnibus edition comprises of Vets Might Fly and Vet in a Spin. Training as an RAF pilot in the smoke and bustle of London is a far cry from James Herriot’s day job as a country vet in the Yorkshire Dales. And while he is keen to serve Queen and country, James cannot help but miss his life in Darrowby - despite frequent arguments between his colleagues, bad-tempered cattle and equally irritable farmers, and the continuing saga of Cedric the flatulent dog. But most of all he misses his wife Helen; pregnant with their first child. The question is constantly hanging over him - will he be going to war? And when will he get to go home? Since they were first published, James Herriot’s memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Things WisTrade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHerriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight. -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire Shepherdess

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleThe attraction of Herriot's ever popular memoirs of a country vet . . . is their alternating highs and lows, humour and pathos, and gripping anecdotes about delivering lambs, grumpy farmers, hypochondriac pet-owners, stroppy cows and blunt Yorkshire characters. And, of course, there's a powerful nostalgia element in these stories about our green and pleasant land in the day before the ravages of ribbon development. * Daily Mail *On original release in the 1970s, James Herriot's insights into the life of a working vet were so popular and enchanting to readers that the area of the Yorkshire Dales in which he practised became known as 'James Herriot country'. * Yorkshire Ridings Magazine *

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards, he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleIt’s a pleasure to be in James Herriot’s company. * Observer *After an evening among his tales, anyone with as much as a dog or a budgerigar will feel he should move to Darrowby at once. * Yorkshire Post *

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Book SynopsisThe sixth edition of this highly successful book contains updates to functional anatomy which has now been totally revised. There are also new chapters on the eye, abdomen, female reproduction, ultrasonography and orthopaedics. The atlas is superbly illustrated throughout with colour drawings, photographs, and radiographs providing the reader with detailed information on the structure, function, and clinical application of all equine body systems and their interaction in the live animal.Already acknowledged by students and teachers as an essential resource for learning and revision, the sixth edition is a valuable reference for veterinary practitioners and for those who own and work with horses.Trade Review... The aim of the authors has been admirably achieved. The textbook is already acknowledged as an essential resource for students, teachers and for veterinary practitioners and horse lovers in the English-speaking world.–JAVMAA valuable reference for students of anatomy and surgery. The practicing surgeon should find many of the descriptions and diagrams extremelyuseful.–The Irish Veterinary JournalTable of ContentsPrefaceSkinThe external Skin (common integument)Thoracic LimbThe Skeleton of the Thoracic LimbTopography of the Thoracic Limb (Nerves and Muscles)Cutaneous Innervation, Blood Vessels, and Lymphatic Structures of the Thoracic LimbVessels, Nerves, and Deep Fascia of Carpus, Metacarpus, and DigitThe passive Stay-apparatus of the Thoracic LimbSynovial Structures of the Thoracic LimbPelvic LimbThe Skeleton of the Pelvic LimbTopography of the Pelvic Limb (Nerves and Muscles)Skin Innervation, Blood, Vessels, and Lymphatics of the Pelvic LimbVessels, Nerves, and deep Fascia of Tarsus, Metatarsus, and DigitPassive Stay-Apparatus of the Hindlimb, also Hoof and ContentsThe Hoof (Ungula)Suspensory Apparatus of the Coffin Bone (Distal Phalanx), Vessels and Nerves of the HoofSynovial Structures of the Pelvic LimbHeadSkull and DentitionSkull with Teeth and Paranasal SinusesSupf. Veins of the Head, Facial nerve (VII) and Muscles supplied by the Facial Nerve Trigeminal Nerve (V-3 and V-2), Muscles of Mastication, Salivary Glands, and Lymphatic StructuresAdnexa of the EyeThe EyeNose and Nasal Cavity, Mouth and TonguePharynx, Guttural Pouch and LarynxLarynx and Laryngeal MusclesHead-Neck Junction and EarThe Central Nervous SystemThe BrainThe Spinal CordAxial Skeleton and NeckVertebral Column with Thorax and Nuchal LigamentNeck and Thoracic WallDeep Shoulder-Girdle Muscles, the Muscles of the ventral Part of the Neck and the visceral Space they enclose Thoracic CavityThoracic Wall, Respiratory Muscles, Lungs, and Lymphatic Structures Heart and ThymusAbdominal Wall and CavityThe Abdominal WallTopography of the Abdominal Organs and Their Relation to the Abdominal WallSpleen, Liver and Bile Duct, Pancreas, and Stomach with OmentaIntestinesPelvis, Inguinal Region, and Urogenital OrgansBony Pelvis with Sacrosciatic Ligament, Supf. Inguinal StructuresInguinal AreaPrepubic Tendon, Inguinal Canal of the Mare, Nerves of the Lumbar Plexus, Hypaxial Lumbar Muscles, and UdderLymphatics, Adrenal Glands, and Urinary OrgansArteries, Veins, and Nerves of the Pelvic CavityFemale Reproductive OrgansMale Reproductive OrgansPerineum, Pelvic Diaphragm, and TailSelected Body Systems in Tabular FormMusclesLymphatic StructuresPeripheral Nervous SystemCranial NervesContributions to Clinical-Functional Anatomy List of References Index

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Book Synopsis** Now a major TV series on Channel 5 ** Since they were first published, James Herriot’s memoirs have sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers. Charming, funny and touching, All Creatures Great and Small is a heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from one of Britain’s best-loved authors.Fresh out of Glasgow Veterinary College, to the young James Herriot 1930s Yorkshire seems to offer an idyllic pocket of rural life in a rapidly changing world. But from his erratic new colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, to incomprehensible farmers, herds of semi-feral cattle, a pig called Nugent and an overweight Pekingese called Tricki Woo, James finds he is on a learning curve as steep as the hills around him. And when he meets Helen, the beautiful daughter of a local farmer, all the training and experience in the world can’t help him . . .'I grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted that thirty years on, they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then' – Kate Humble'Herriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight' – Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire ShepherdessTrade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleThe attraction of Herriot's ever popular memoirs of a country vet . . . is their alternating highs and lows, humour and pathos, and gripping anecdotes about delivering lambs, grumpy farmers, hypochondriac pet-owners, stroppy cows and blunt Yorkshire characters. And, of course, there's a powerful nostalgia element in these stories about our green and pleasant land in the day before the ravages of ribbon development. * Daily Mail *Herriot's enchanting tales of life in the Dales are deservedly classics. Full of extraordinary characters, animal and human, the books never fail to delight -- Amanda Owen, bestselling author of The Yorkshire ShepherdessOn original release in the 1970s, James Herriot's insights into the life of a working vet were so popular and enchanting to readers that the area of the Yorkshire Dales in which he practised became known as 'James Herriot country'. * Yorkshire Ridings Magazine *

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.

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Book SynopsisSeason two of the hit TV adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small is now showing on Channel 5, featuring Sam West as Siegfried Farnon.'James Herriot's books have had a lasting and profound effect on my life' Amanda OwenThis beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of If Only They Could Talk features an afterword by Yorkshire Shepherdess and author Amanda Owen. To young James Herriot, fresh out of veterinary college, Yorkshire appears to offer an idyllic pocket of rural life in a rapidly changing world. But even life in the sleepy village of Darrowby has its challenges: from his new colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, to herds of semi-feral cattle and gruff farmers with incomprehensible accents.Heart-breaking and hilarious in equal measure, If Only They Could Talk is the first volume of classic memoirs which chronicle James Herriot's first years as country vet in the 1930's.This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of If Only They Could Talk features an afterword by Yorkshire Shepherdess and author Amanda Owen.Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.Trade ReviewBulls with sunstroke, pigs on the run and a cake-eating Peke with a betting habit . . . I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleIt’s a pleasure to be in James Herriot’s company. * Observer *After an evening among his tales, anyone with as much as a dog or a budgerigar will feel he should move to Darrowby at once. * Yorkshire Post *

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Book SynopsisThe ultrasound examination of the bovine musculoskeletal system is established as a routine examination in veterinary clinics worldwide. Practical veterinarians use their existing ultrasound equipment not only for gynaecological but increasingly also for orthopaedic examinations of calves and adult cattle. This book provides specific instructions for the ultrasonographic examination of individual joints and describes particular anatomical landmarks of each region as a guide. In over 300 illustrations, international specialists present normal sonoanatomical findings and sonopathological findings of common diseases. A must have for modern cattle practitioners who want to broaden their diagnostic horizon!

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.

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Book SynopsisDiseases of the Goat, 4th Edition, is a revised and updated edition of the popular tool for veterinarians featuring of all aspects of goat medicine from initial assessment and examination to diagnosis, treatment, and control of conditions.Trade Review"The fourth edition of Diseases of the Goat is an excellent reference for small ruminant practitioners. The layout is easy to use for quick reference. I found the tables particularly helpful in summarizing certain conditions, especially for busy practitioners who find reading large amounts of information cumbersome...Overall, this book will be a great addition to the reference libraries of practitioners who treat the occasional goat or need a daily reference for goat medicine." (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 15/03/2017)Table of ContentsPreface to the Fourth Edition vii Acknowledgements ix Author’s Note xi 1 Female Infertility 1 2 Abortion 18 3 Male Infertility 35 4 The Periparturient Goat 41 5 Weak Kids 61 6 Inadequate Growth Rate 72 7 Lameness in Adult Goats 81 8 Lameness in Kids 105 9 Chronic Weight Loss 115 10 External Swellings 131 11 Skin Disease 143 12 Nervous Diseases 158 13 Diseases of the Mammary Gland 185 14 Diarrhoea 204 15 Colic 232 16 Abdominal Distension 251 17 Respiratory Disease 258 18 Anaemia 275 19 Sudden Death Post-Mortem Examination And Euthanasia 284 20 Eye Disease 297 21 Plant Poisoning 303 22 The Geriatric Goat 334 23 Herd Health and Biosecurity 339 24 Anaesthesia 346 25 Disbudding and Dehorning 359 26 Surgical Techniques 364 Appendix: Drugs for Goats 384 Further Reading 393 Index 395

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewHe can tell a good story against himself, and his pleasure in the beauty of the countryside in which he works is infectious. * The Daily Telegraph *Full of warmth, wisdom and wit. * The Field *It is a pleasure to be in James Herriot's company. * Observer *

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Book SynopsisSeason two of the hit TV adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small is now showing on Channel 5, featuring Sam West as Siegfried Farnon.'James Herriot's books have had a lasting and profound effect on my life' Amanda OwenThis beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of the second volume in James Herriot's memoirs, It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet, features an afterword by actress Carol Drinkwater, who starred as Helen Herriot in the BBC's All Creatures Great and Small.It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet sees recently qualified vet James Herriot firmly ensconced in the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, and acclimatized to life with his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon. But veterinary practice in the 1930s was never going to be easy, and there are challenges on the horizon, from persuading his clients to let him use his 'modern' equipment, to becoming an uncle to a pig called Nugent. Throw in his first encounters with Helen, the beautiful daughter of a local farmer, and this year looks to be as eventful as the last . . .This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of the second volume in James Herriot's memoirs, It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet, features an afterword by actress Carol Drinkwater, who starred as Helen Herriot in the BBC's All Creatures Great and Small.Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.

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Book SynopsisLameness is one of the major ailments of dairy cows. The distress it causes to the afflicted animals is reflected in decreased milk yields and an increase in infertility. Over the past twenty years, there has been a continuous programme of research in Britain and overseas into all aspects of the disease. In particular, our understanding of the changes in hoof growth around the time of calving has greatly increased. This enlarged and completely revised new edition takes into account all the recent research findings and presents the results in a readable manner. The highly illustrated text is fully referenced for students who wish to enquire further, but above all it is a straightforward manual for the practical use of those dealing with dairy cows.

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Book SynopsisBovine Anatomy provides the reader with detailed information on the structure, function, and clinical application of all bovine body systems and their interaction in the live animal. This expanded second edition now includes clinical anatomy and retains the topographical and systems based methods of anatomy used in the first edition. The topographic anatomy is accompanied by systematic illustrations of the bones, joints, muscles, organs, blood vessels, nerves, and lymph nodes for each body system. There are also tables containing detailed information on the muscles, lymph nodes, and peripheral nerves. The authors pay particular attention to the histology, growth, and function of the bovine hoof. In addition to the gross anatomy of the udder, its development, histology, and function are described and illustrated. One chapter is devoted to the pathology, pathogenesis, and molecular biology of bovine spongiform encephalopathy, scrapie of sheep and goats, and chronic wasting disease.Each page of text is followed by a full page of colour illustrations. The Second Edition also contains more than 70 new diagrams and clinical photographs. The book has long been acknowledged as a valuable reference for study and revision, and this new edition is an essential resource for practitioners and students alike.Trade Review…a `must-have’ book for anyone with an interest in bovine medicine… not only provides a detailed atlas of bovine anatomy; it also includes a comprehensive section on clinical anatomy… consistent layout of pages, with text on the left and drawings on the right… The large size is beneficial, the drawings are very clear and the illustration of structures from different angles makes a good visual aid for dissection; the colours are eye-catching and make it a pleasure just to leaf through the book… The coverage of material is comprehensive while remaining clinically relevant… The quality of the images and illustrations is superb and the descriptions of procedures are extremely helpful… very reasonable price–Renate Weller, Kate Holroyd, Andrea Turner and Peter Aitken, Veterinary Record, 22-Oct-2011Table of ContentsPrefaceTopographic AnatomyThoracic limb (A. Wünsche, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Skeleton of the thoracic limbMuscles and nerves of the shoulder, arm, and forearm Cutaneous nerves, blood vessels, and lymph nodes of the thoracic limbVessels and nerves of the manusInterdigital nerves and vessels, interossei, and fasciae of the manus Synovial structures of the thoracic limbPelvic limb (A. Wünsche, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Skeleton of the pelvic limbLateral thigh and cranial crural muscles with their nervesMedial thigh and caudal crural muscles with their nervesCutaneous nerves, blood vessels, and lymph nodes of the pelvic limbArteries, veins, and nerves of the pesDermis of the hoof (Ch. Mülling and K.-D. Budras) The hoof (ungula) (Ch. Mülling and K.-D. Budras) Synovial structures of the pelvic limb (Ch. Mülling and K.-D. Budras) Head (R. Habel, and K.-D. Budras)Skull and hyoid apparatus (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Skull with teeth (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Skull with paranasal sinuses and horns (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Superficial veins of the head, facial n. (VII), and facial muscles (S. Buda and K.-D. Budras) Trigeminal n. (V3 and V2), masticatory mm., salivary gll., and lymphatic system (S. Buda and K.-D. Budras)Accessory organs of the eye (P. Simoens and K.-D. Budras)The eyeball (bulbus oculi) (P. Simoens and K.-D. Budras)Nose and nasal cavities, oral cavity and tongue (S. Buda, R. Habel, and K.-D. Budras) Pharynx and larynx (S. Buda, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Arteries of the head and head-neck junction, the cran. nn. of the vagus group (IX–XI), and the hypoglossal n. (XII)(S. Buda and K.-D. Budras)Central nervous system and cranial nervesThe brain (R. Habel and K.-D. BudrasCranial nerves I–V (S. Buda, H. Bragulla and K.-D. Budras) Cranial nerves VI–XII (S. Buda, H. Bragulla, and K.-D. Budras) Spinal cord and autonomic nervous system (S. Buda and K.-D. Budras)Vertebral column, thoracic skeleton, and neck (A. Wünsche, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Vertebral column, ligamentum nuchae, ribs, and sternum Neck and cutaneous muscles Deep shoulder girdle muscles, viscera and conducting structures of the neckThoracic cavityRespiratory muscles and thoracic cavity with lungs (Ch. Mülling and K.-D. Budras)Heart, blood vessels, and nerves of the thoracic cavity (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Abdominal wall and abdominal cavityThe abdominal wall (R. Habel, A. Wünsche and K.-D. Budras)Topography and projection of the abdominal organs on the body wallStomach with rumen, reticulum, omasum, and abomasum (A. Wünsche and K.-D. Budras)Blood supply and innervation of the stomach; lymph nodes and omenta (R. Habel, A. Wünsche and K.-D. Budras)Spleen, liver, pancreas, and lymph nodes (P. Simoens, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Intestines with blood vessels and lymph nodes (P. Simoens, R. Habel and K.-D. Budras)Pelvic cavity and inguinal region, including urinary and genital organsPelvic girdle with the sacrosciatic lig. and superficial structures in the pubic and inguinal regions (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Inguinal region with inguinal canal, inguinal lig., and prepubic tendon (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Lymphatic system, adrenal glands, and urinary organs (K.-D. Budras and A. Wünsche) Arteries, veins, and nerves of the pelvic cavity (A. Wünsche and K.-D. Budras) Female genital organs (H. G. Liebich and K.-D. Budras) The udder (H. Bragulla, H. König, and K.-D. Budras) The udder with blood vessels, lymphatic system, nerves, and development (H. Bragulla, H. König, and K.-D. Budras)Male genital organs and scrotum (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras). Perineum, pelvic diaphragm, ischiorectal fossa, and tail (R. Habel and K.-D. Budras) Anatomical aspects of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) (S. Buda, K.-D. Budras, T. Eggers, R. Fries, R. Habel, G. Hildebrandt, K. Rauscher, and P. Simoens) Special Anatomy, Tabular PartMyology Lymphatic systemPeripheral nervous systemContributions to Clinical-Functional AnatomyApplied anatomy of the carcass (K.-D. Budras, R. Fries, and R. Berg) ReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisGoats are adaptable creatures in the wild but, if kept as pets, or commercially farmed, they rely very heavily on their owners not only for food, water and shelter, but also for protection from disease or injury. This second edition has been extensively updated to include more information on current issues such as antimicrobial and anthelmintic resistance, herd health planning, and new and emerging or changing conditions such as bovine TB. It is a clearly written, well-illustrated book and should be an invaluable, practical reference work aimed at all those who own, or care for, goats whether they be commercial goat farmers, smallholders, stock people and students. It is written by an experienced veterinary surgeon, and its overall objective is to provide some practical advice on managing goats daily including tips on how to keep them fit and healthy, how to recognise signs of ill health, and when a veterinary surgeon needs to be consulted.

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Book SynopsisThe feathers and skin in birds are the first line of defence, but are also important in helping the bird to maintain a stable internal temperature, facilitate integral mobility and ensure successful mating in some species. For poultry, the physical conditions of feathers and skin are important barometers to assess the impact of management and ensure health and welfare. Based on the proceedings of a recent symposium, this book documents the significant developments that have been made in our understanding of the importance of the integument to poultry species. The book: . Traces the development of the integument over time and discusses our current understanding of its embryonic development. . Includes a broad range of studies covering genetics, welfare, health, nutrition, and management. . Promotes research opportunities in an under-studied field. Providing a comprehensive yet concise summary of the available research, this book is an invaluable resource for both the poultry industry and for researchers in animal science and welfare at undergraduate and graduate levels.Table of ContentsPart I: About the Feather and Its Development 1: The Feather, a Triumph of Natural Engineering and Multifunctionality 2: Embryonic Development of the Avian Integument Part II: Health and Welfare 3: Feather Pecking in Laying Hens: Why They Do It, and Welfare Implications 4: Genetic Solutions to Reduce Injurious Pecking in Laying Hens 5: Evidence-based Management of Injurious Pecking 6: Contact Dermatitis in Domestic Poultry 7: The Poultry Integument in Health and Disease Part III: Genetics 8: Genetics of Feather Pigmentation and Chicken Plumage Colouration 9: Genetics and Breeding Aspects of Feather Coverage and Their Effects on Performance in Broilers 10: The Genetics of Contact Dermatitis in Poultry Part IV: Nutrition and Management 11: Effects of Nutritional Interventions on Feathering of Poultry – a Review 12: Strengthening the Inside: Effect of Nutrition on Gut Health and Maintenance and Its Impact on the Integument Integrity 13: Management Practices to Prevent Abnormal Feather Loss in Broiler Breeders 14: Business Opportunities with the Integument

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Book SynopsisDisease is an inevitable everyday risk for all those who keep cattle and very often it has a huge impact on the animal's welfare, as well as its productivity. This clearly written and easy-to-understand book covers the principal diseases and conditions that occur in cattle and is essential reading for all those who own, or care for, cattle. Enables the reader to clearly identify all the common cattle diseases Presents a practical, step-by-step description of how to examine an animal Examines all the body systems and the important diseases associated with each one Details the underlying processes involved in many common diseases in order to facilitate a logical approach to their treatment and prevention Helps the stockperson to decide whether they can treat a sick animal themselves or need to seek professional advice

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Book SynopsisVeterinary Techniques in Llamas and Alpacas Practical resource for how-to information on performing hands-on procedures in llamas and alpacas, with step-by-step descriptions, photographs, and practice tips. Thoroughly revised to reflect new techniques, knowledge, and research, the Second Edition of Veterinary Techniques in Llamas and Alpacas provides practical step-by-step descriptions of techniques ranging from routine to not-so-common, helping veterinarians to confidently handle and perform common medical and surgical procedures in llamas and alpacas. To aid in practical application, hundreds of high-quality color photographs demonstrate the steps for each technique, making it a useful patient-side resource. Organized by body system, the book encompasses techniques associated with the physical exam, anesthesia, ultrasound, surgery, and more. Veterinary Techniques in Llamas and Alpacas presents a wide range of techniques, including: PhysicaTable of ContentsContents Preface xi Section I Behavior and Capture Techniques 1 1 Behavior and Capture Techniques 3 David E. Anderson Section II Physical Restraint and Injection Sites 9 2 Haltering 11 Meredyth L. Jones 3 Manual Restraint 14 David E. Anderson 4 Chute Restraint 21 Meredyth L. Jones 5 Ear Squeeze (Ear Twitch) 24 Meredyth L. Jones 6 Injections—Subcutaneous (SC), Intramuscular (IM), Intradermal (ID), Intravenous (IV) 26 Meredyth L. Jones Section III Chemical Restraint and Anesthesia 31 7 Sedation and Tranquilization 33 David E. Anderson 8 Injectable Anesthesia 37 David E. Anderson 9 Orotracheal Intubation 41 David E. Anderson 10 Nasotracheal Intubation 45 David E. Anderson 11 Percutaneous Tracheal Intubation (Also Referred to as Retrograde Tracheal Intubation) 48 Matt D. Miesner Section IV Catheterization 53 12 Vascular Catheterization—Jugular Vein 55 Meredyth L. Jones 13 Vascular Catheterization—Cephalic Vein 61 Meredyth L. Jones 14 Vascular Catheterization—Saphenous Vein 63 Meredyth L. Jones 15 Vascular Catheterization—Lateral Thoracic Vein 65 Meredyth L. Jones 16 Vascular Catheterization—Auricular Artery and Vein 67 Meredyth L. Jones 17 Vascular Catheterization—Femoral Artery 69 Meredyth L. Jones 18 Intramedullary Cannulation of the Femur for Administration of Parenteral Fluids 71 David E. Anderson 19 Intraperitoneal Cannula for Plasma or Fluid Administration 75 David E. Anderson 20 Caudal (Sacro-coccygeal) Epidural Anesthesia 78 Matt D. Miesner 21 Epidural Catheterization 80 Matt D. Miesner 22 Lumbo-Sacral Epidural Anesthesia 85 Matt D. Miesner Section V Head and Neck 89 23 Anatomical Features of the Head and Neck 91 David E. Anderson 24 Dental Examination and Trimming 95 Meredyth L. Jones 25 Tooth Extraction—Oral Approach 100 David E. Anderson 26 Tooth Extraction—Lateral Approach to Premolars and Molars 105 David E. Anderson 27 Examination of the Ear 110 Matt D. Miesner Section VI Skin 115 28 Anatomical Comments on the Skin 117 Matt D. Miesner 29 Skin Scraping 121 Meredyth L. Jones and Patricia Payne 30 Skin Biopsy 124 Meredyth L. Jones 31 Toenail Trimming 128 Meredyth L. Jones Section VII Respiratory 131 32 Thorax Anatomy and Auscultation 133 Matt D. Miesner 33 Tracheotomy/Tracheostomy 135 Matt D. Miesner 34 Field Diagnosis of Choanal Atresia 139 David E. Anderson 35 Transtracheal Wash 143 Matt D. Miesner Section VIII Abdomen 147 36 Anatomical Comments on the Camelid Abdomen 149 Matt D. Miesner 37 Abdominal Ultrasound 152 Matt D. Miesner 38 Abdominocentesis 157 Matt D. Miesner 39 Liver Biopsy 161 Meredyth L. Jones 40 First Compartment Paracentesis (Rumenocentesis) and Fluid Evaluation 165 Meredyth L. Jones 41 Intubation of the First Forestomach Compartment (“C1” or “Pseudorumen”) 169 David E. Anderson 42 Laparotomy—Lateral Approach 173 David E. Anderson 43 Laparotomy—Ventral Midline 180 David E. Anderson 44 Laparoscopy 186 David E. Anderson 45 Creation of Stoma into First Forestomach Compartment (“Rumenostomy”) 191 David E. Anderson Section IX Musculoskeletal 195 46 Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Ambulation 197 David E. Anderson 47 Regional Intravenous Drug Perfusion 200 Meredyth L. Jones Section X Urinary System 203 48 Urinary Tract Examination and Anatomy 205 Meredyth L. Jones 49 Urethral Catheterization 208 Meredyth L. Jones 50 Ultrasound of the Urinary System 212 Matt D. Miesner 51 Cystocentesis 217 Meredyth L. Jones Section XI Female Genital Anatomy 221 52 Comments Regarding Female Genital Anatomy 223 David E. Anderson 53 Pregnancy Diagnosis 226 David E. Anderson 54 Procedure: Vaginoscopy and Uterine Culture 232 David E. Anderson 55 Teat and Udder Examination 236 David E. Anderson 56 Mastectomy (Udder Amputation) 239 Matt D. Miesner 57 Cesarean Section 243 David E. Anderson 58 Diagnosis and Management of Uterine Torsion 247 David E. Anderson Section XII Male Genital Anatomy 253 59 Male Genitalia Anatomical Comments and Breeding Behavior and Soundness 255 David E. Anderson 60 Examination of the Penis and Prepuce 258 David E. Anderson 61 Examination of Accessory Sex Glands 261 David E. Anderson 62 Examination of the Scrotum and Testicles 264 David E. Anderson 63 Semen Collection and Evaluation 267 David E. Anderson 64 Castration 272 Meredyth L. Jones Section XIII Nervous System 277 65 Neurological Examination and Anatomy 279 Meredyth L. Jones and Matt D. Miesner 66 Cerebrospinal Fluid Collection and Interpretation 283 Meredyth L. Jones Section XIV Ophthalmology 287 67 Eye Exam 289 Tracy Miesner and Matt Miesner 68 Nasolacrimal Duct Cannulation 293 Meredyth L. Jones 69 Conjunctivorhinostomy for Alleviation of Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction 295 David E. Anderson 70 Ocular Extirpation 298 David E. Anderson 71 Subpalpebral Lavage System 301 Tracy Miesner 72 Conjunctival Pedicle Graft 305 Tracy Miesner and Matt Miesner Section XV Miscellaneous 309 73 Blood Transfusion 311 Meredyth L. Jones 74 Plasma Transfusion 315 Meredyth L. Jones Index 317

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Book SynopsisOrganic poultry production has increased significantly in recent years to keep up with increasing consumer demand for organic eggs and meat. There are many guidelines and restrictions on what should go into the feed of organically-farmed poultry, from which difficulties arise when trying to ensure a well-balanced nutritious diet without the use of any unapproved supplements. This, the second edition of Robert Blair's classic and bestselling book on the nutrition and feeding of organic poultry, presents advice for organic producers, and the agencies and organizations serving them. It covers: - Selecting suitable ingredients. - Preparing appropriate feed mixtures and integrating them into organic poultry production systems. - International standards for organic feeding. - Breeds that are most suitable for organic farming. - Examples of diets formulated to organic standards. Completely updated and revised to address how to formulate organic diets in situations where there is a declining supply of organic feed, this new edition also includes up-to-date information on the nutritional requirements of poultry and feed-related disease incidence in organic flocks. Also including the feasibility of utilizing novel feed, such as insect meal, and their acceptability by consumers of organic meat products, this book forms a comprehensive reference for students, organic farmers, veterinarians and researchers.Table of Contents1: Introduction and Background 2: Aims and Principles of Organic Poultry Production 3: Elements of Poultry Nutrition 4: Approved Ingredients for Organic Diets 5: Diets for Organic Poultry Production 6: Choosing the Right Breed and Strain 7: Integrating Feeding Programmes into Organic Production Systems 8: Conclusions and Recommendations for the Future

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Book SynopsisIf you have ever wondered why animals prefer some foods and not others, how poor feeding management can cause conditions such as laminitis, rumenitis or diarrhoea, or how to construct a diet to optimise animal performance and health, then this book will introduce you to the fundamentals of animal nutrition and their practical implementation. While giving a comprehensive and practical overview of the principles that underpin the design and management of farm animal feeding systems, this book: - Covers a wide range of topics from digestive function, nutrients and feed composition, to intake, feed related disorders, grazing behaviour and management, as well as how animals influence climate change and the environment. - Contains hints, tips and practical advice on animal feeding. - Includes links to the latest data on feed composition and nutrient requirements. - Is a companion book to the author's book titled Animal Nutrition Science. With its evidence-based approach and emphasis on the practical throughout, this is a valuable textbook for undergraduate and graduate animal science students studying the feeding of farm animals. It is also an essential reference for early practitioners, veterinarians, farm managers and advisers in animal feed companies.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Nutrients and important feed constituents and their functions Chapter 2: Water Chapter 3: Digestion of feeds Chapter 4: Feed digestibility Chapter 5: Feed nutritive value Chapter 6: Animal feeds Chapter 7: Feed Intake Chapter 8: Nutrient requirements Chapter 9: Ration formulation Chapter 10: Nutritional models Chapter 11: Feed additives Chapter 12: Disorders caused by feed-borne pathogens and poisons, and nutrient deficiencies Chapter 13: Feed-related diseases Chapter 14: Grazing behaviour – diet selection and pasture intake Chapter 15: Grazing management Chapter 16: Assessing Nutritional Status and Nutrient Supplements for Grazing Animals Chapter 17: Feed storage and handling Chapter 18: Feed processing Chapter 19: Environment and climate change

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Book SynopsisSince the time of domestication more than 10,000 years ago, cattle have played an increasingly crucial role in the development of human civilizations. Progress has been quite remarkable since the turn of the century; the sequencing of the bovine genome in 2009 launched new avenues for furthering our understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of cattle genetics. Covering a vast array of questions, this book reviews major topics from molecular and developmental genetics, disease resistance and immunogenetics to genetic improvement of dairy and beef breeds, addressing all current problems in the field. This second edition includes a new team of authors and completely new chapters on the genetics of fat production, nutrition, feed intake and efficiency, growth and body composition. Fully updated throughout, it provides a valuable resource on cattle genetics for researchers, breeders, veterinarians and postgraduate students.Table of Contentsa: Preface Chapter 1: Systematics and phylogeny of cattle Chapter 2: Genetic aspects of domestication Chapter 3: Breeds of cattle Chapter 4: Molecular genetics of colour variation Chapter 5: Genetics of morphological traits and inherited disorders Chapter 6: Cytogenetics and chromosome maps Chapter 7: Bovine genomics Chapter 8: Bovine immunogenetics Chapter 9: Genetics of disease resistance Chapter 10: Molecular biology and genetics of bovine spongiform encephalopathy Chapter 11: Genetics of behaviour in cattle Chapter 12: Genetics of reproduction in cattle Chapter 13: Modern reproductive technologies and breed improvement Chapter 14: Developmental genetics Chapter 15: Genetic improvement of dairy cattle Chapter 16: Molecular genetics of milk protein production Chapter 17: Genetics fatty acids composition in bovine milk and beef Chapter 18: Genetic improvement in beef cattle Chapter 19: Genomic prediction and genome-wide association studies in beef and dairy cattle Chapter 20: Genetics of feed intake and efficiency. Chapter 21: Genetics of growth and body composition Chapter 22: Genetics of meat quality Chapter 23: Genetic aspects of cattle adaptation in the tropics Chapter 24: Standard genetic nomenclature b: Index

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Book SynopsisOne bitterly cold winter afternoon, a nine-month-old colt—extremely weak, starving, left to die—was frozen to the rock-hard white landscape of a northern Wisconsin pasture. His whinny for help barely carried through thirty-mile-an-hour winds lashing snow and ice against his thin coat. But somewhere inside him a light refused to go out.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"every production animal practitioner should have this" "every production animal practitioner should have this"Table of ContentsPart One: Examination and Assessment 1. The Clinical Examination 2. Therapeutics and Routine Procedures Part Two: Diseases of Body Systems 3. Cardiovascular Diseases 4. Respiratory Diseases 5. Noninfectious Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract 6. Infectious Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract 7. Skin Diseases 8. Diseases of the Teats and Udder 9. Reproductive Diseases 10. Diseases Specific to or Common in the Dairy Bull 11. Urinary Tract Diseases 12. Musculoskeletal Diseases 13. Neurologic Diseases 14. Ocular Diseases 15. Metabolic Diseases 16. Miscellaneous Infectious Diseases 17. Miscellaneous Toxicities and Deficiencies

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Physical Examination: Handling & Restraint of Sheep, Goats and Cervids 2. Feeding and Nutrition 3. Oral-Esophageal Diseases 4. Parasitology 5. Diseases of the Gastrointestinal System 6. Diseases of the Respiratory System 7. Theriogenology of Sheep and Goats 8. Diseases of the Endocrine System 9. Diseases of the Integumentary System 10. Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System 11. Diseases of the Urinary System 12. Diseases of the Neurologic System 13. Diseases of the Eye 14. Diseases of the Mammary Gland 15. Diseases of the Hematologic, Immunologic, and Lymphatic Systems (Multisystem Diseases) 16. Diseases of the Cardiovascular System 17. Toxicology 18. Anesthesia and Pain Management 19. Flock Health 20. Field Necropsy and Diagnostic Tests NEW! Appendix I: Commonly Used Drugs and Veterinary Feed Directives in Sheep, Goats and Cervids Appendix II: Practical Fluid Therapy Appendix III: Normal Values and Conversions

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1. Tolerance and the regulation of Immunity Chapter 2. Mechanisms of Autoimmunity Chapter 3. Pathogenesis of Autoimmune Diseases Chapter 4. Autoimmune Endocrine Diseases Chapter 5. Autoimmune Neurologic Diseases Chapter 6. Autoimmune Eye Diseases Chapter 7. Autoimmune Reproductive Diseases Chapter 8. Autoimmune Skin Diseases Chapter 9. Autoimmune Blood diseases Chapter 10. Autoimmune Muscle diseases Chapter 11. Autoimmune Liver and Kidney Diseases Chapter 12. Systemic Lupus Erythematosis Chapter 13. Erosive Autoimmune Polyarthritis Chapter 14. Non-Erosive polyarthritis Chapter 15. Immune-mediated vasculitides Chapter 16. Diagnosis of Autoimmune Diseases Chapter 17. Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases Chapter 18. Autoimmunity in Laboratory Animals

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Book SynopsisJames Herriot grew up in Glasgow and qualified as a veterinary surgeon at Glasgow Veterinary College. Shortly afterwards he took up a position as an assistant in a North Yorkshire practice where he remained, with the exception of his wartime service in the RAF, until his death in 1995. He wrote many books about Yorkshire country life, including some for children, but he is best known for his memoirs, beginning with If Only They Could Talk. The books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.Trade ReviewI grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted that thirty years on, they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then. -- Kate HumbleHe can tell a good story against himself, and his pleasure in the beauty of the countryside in which he works is infectious. * Daily Telegraph *Full of warmth, wisdom and wit. * The Field *

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Book SynopsisI really don't think this book will ever be surpassed as the 'go-to' clinical ruminant reference for undergraduates, recent grads and vets in mixed practice who do not spend the majority of their time with farm animals.-- Neil Frame, Cert.E.P, Cert.V.A, RCVS Advanced Practitioner (Equine Practice), MRCVS (vet)Providing veterinary students with a brand-new approach to large animal medicine, this portable textbook first describes the detailed examination of each organ system achievable on the farm using technologies such as rapid ultrasound examination and radiography, illustrated via unique images and video recordings. Key points, images and video recordings then provide the ranked lists of differential diagnoses for common farm animal clinical presentations requested by veterinary students to aid their examination. The repository of over 1000 30-60 second video clips accompanying the book show the clinical presentation, diagnosis, recovery or pathology of all common disorders, accessible on the farm with a smart phone. This repository can be accessed via https://routledgetextbooks.com/textbooks/9780367612702/Packed with imagery, the text distils the essential information in a logical, easily accessible way, aiding diagnosis. Small and spiral-bound, the book offers a lifeline for veterinary students during their EMS (extra-mural studies) placements.Trade ReviewThis book is what the veterinary student dreams of having, and yet no one has produced it - before now!-- Chelsie Bailey, BSc Veterinary student, University of Bristol, and BSc Animal Behaviour & Welfare Science This book represents a detailed and innovative way to learn important livestock diseases. The ultrasound sections will be extremely beneficial to students, especially the inclusion of information regarding how to use the scanner appropriately, as well as details of normal ultrasonographic findings. Having the photographs of the ultrasound scans alongside the gross pathology also helps to make connections between the two and allows for better understanding. The videos highlighting clinical presentation and diagnostics will really help students cement their understanding of the diseases and will be useful as an aid on clinical placements and thereafter.-- Kayleigh Hanlon, Final Year Veterinary Student, University of Surrey, and BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary ScienceThis is a vital contribution to clinical understanding of veterinary work with ruminants, as well as reminding all of us of the part we can play every single day in terms of improving welfare. Even this week it has altered how an old set-in-my-ways practitioner thinks about things. The book is a readily available 'how to' on-the-spot guide: a new way of increasing understanding of how to actually function in veterinary practice for younger graduates, who are often cast into their first job with little experience. The wealth of videos and photos are the result of the recording of an enormous spectrum of conditions over a lifetime of work, and will be a life-saver for many. -- Neil Frame, Cert.E.P, Cert.V.A, RCVS Advanced Practitioner (Equine Practice), MRCVS (vet)This book is what the veterinary student dreams of having, and yet no one has produced it - before now!-- Chelsie Bailey, BSc Veterinary student, University of Bristol, and BSc Animal Behaviour & Welfare Science This book represents a detailed and innovative way to learn important livestock diseases. The ultrasound sections will be extremely beneficial to students, especially the inclusion of information regarding how to use the scanner appropriately, as well as details of normal ultrasonographic findings. Having the photographs of the ultrasound scans alongside the gross pathology also helps to make connections between the two and allows for better understanding. The videos highlighting clinical presentation and diagnostics will really help students cement their understanding of the diseases and will be useful as an aid on clinical placements and thereafter.-- Kayleigh Hanlon, Final Year Veterinary Student, University of Surrey, and BSc (Hons) Bioveterinary ScienceThis is a vital contribution to clinical understanding of veterinary work with ruminants, as well as reminding all of us of the part we can play every single day in terms of improving welfare. Even this week it has altered how an old set-in-my-ways practitioner thinks about things. The book is a readily available 'how to' on-the-spot guide: a new way of increasing understanding of how to actually function in veterinary practice for younger graduates, who are often cast into their first job with little experience. The wealth of videos and photos are the result of the recording of an enormous spectrum of conditions over a lifetime of work, and will be a life-saver for many. I really don't think it will ever be surpassed as the 'go-to' clinical ruminant reference for undergraduates, recent grads. and vets in mixed practice who do not spend the majority of their time with farm animals. It makes me wonder what I have been doing with my veterinary life! -- Neil Frame, Cert.E.P, Cert.V.A, RCVS Advanced Practitioner (Equine Practice), MRCVS (vet)The book covers a wide range of topics from livestock husbandry and general examination to specific organ systems-based diseases. Each chapter presents useful descriptions of the disease and images taken ante- and post-mortem. In addition, there are 30-60-second videos of pertinent clinical cases. Tables are used throughout to help rank presenting signs and list ancillary tests. The book is written primarily with diseases present in the U.K. The discussion of animal welfare is given emphasis in diagnosis and decision-making. -- Tessa Marshall, BVSc, MS, DABVP, University of Illinois College of Veterinary MedicineTable of ContentsIntroductionPART 1 Veterinary Involvement on FarmsChapter 1.1 Flock InspectionChapter 1.2 General examination: ToxaemiaChapter 1.3 Pain and FearChapter 1.4 Promoting veterinary services by demonstrating a benefit:costChapter 1.5 Identification of acute disease in cattleChapter 1.6 Identification of chronic illness in cattlePART 2 Examination of Organ SystemsChapter 2.1 Examination of the Reproductive SystemChapter 2.2 Examination of the Digestive SystemChapter 2.3 Examination of the Respiratory SystemChapter 2.4 Examination of the Cardiovascular System Chapter 2.5 Examination of the Nervous System Chapter 2.6 Examination of the Musculoskeletal SystemChapter 2.7 Examination of the Urinary SystemChapter 2.8 Examination of the Skin/FleeceChapter 2.9 Examination of the UdderPART 3 Clinical ProblemsChapter 3.1 Blindness Chapter 3.2 Behavioural changes Chapter 3.3 Weakness - spinal lesions Chapter 3.4 Common causes of diarrhoea Chapter 3.5 Common causes of poor appetite and low body conditionChapter 3.6 Common causes of increased abdominal content Chapter 3.7 Common causes of abortion in sheep Chapter 3.8 Common causes of dystociaChapter 3.9 Common causes of tenesmus and prolapse Chapter 3.10 Lameness Chapter 3.11 Skeletal system/fracturesChapter 3.12 Common causes of muscle lesions Chapter 3.13 Common causes of peripheral oedema, jugular distension and ascitesChapter 3.14 Veterinary investigation of perinatal mortalityChapter 3.15 Poor growth rate Chapter 3.16 Poor conception/pregnancy rate in sheepChapter 3.17 Common causes of tachypnoea and/or coughingChapter 3.18 Common causes of changes in scrotal size Chapter 3.19 Common causes of skin lesions Chapter 3.20 Common causes of facial/mandibular swellings in cattle Chapter 3.21 Common causes of subcutaneous swellings in cattleChapter 3.22 Common causes of sudden death Chapter 3.23 Udder lesions in cattleChapter 3.24 Common causes of mastitis in sheepChapter 3.25 Common causes of abnormal urination in sheepChapter 3.26 Common conditions of the penis in ramsChapter 3.27 Common causes of weakness/recumbency Chapter 3.28 Common causes of chronic weight loss/emaciation

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Book SynopsisKey features:Contains the contributions of international experts from the UK, USA, Australia, Spain and TaiwanIncludes over 1,500 high-quality illustrationsMaintaining the health of pigs is vital in pig farming and production. This new book written by experts from around the world focuses on the health of pigs, first with coverage of the disorders of pigs organised by clinical sign and body system. The book explores environmental medicine and then health maintenance. Treatment options are discussed, emphasizing a reduction in antimicrobial use and an increased awareness of a holistic approach to treatment. The book includes over 1,500 high-quality illustrations to enhance the clinical description, as well as a wealth of high-quality videos to test the reader in making differential diagnoses with treatment options. Quizzes at the end of each section also encourage reflective learning.Clinical examination of the indiTrade ReviewPig Health is an interesting and hugely informative learning resource for everyone; from the relatively naïve veterinary student all the way to the experienced veterinary practitioner. As one of the former, I have begun to develop an eye for which books are of genuine help, and this is certainly one of those, proving to be an excellent source of material during my studies.Aligning with the idea that "prevention" is better than "cure", this textbook moves away from the sometimes traditional idea that the veterinary professional exists as a firefighter for disease management. Instead it promotes the maintenance of health and the proactive steps needed to achieve this. In a world where increasing scrutiny and criticism is focused towards the common overuse of animal medicine, this text is the ideal companion for anyone wishing to further improve production animal health and welfare. Complex areas are dealt with in a simple manner, with the removal of unnecessary jargon which often litters comparable textbooks. This results in a user-friendly resource which as a vet student in the process of learning my trade, is invaluable. Indeed, the sections upon both the clinical and post-mortem examinations of pigs is formatted in a step-by-step manner which provides not only a fantastic aid in the initial learning period but thereafter, a clear and concise reference point. Further to this, areas where particular delicacy or a refined technique are required, have been given additional room, ensuring complete guidance.Throughout the book, the text is supplemented with high quality illustrations which not only arouse interest in their aesthetic nature, but also provide visual clues, allowing easy comparison in the classroom and on the farm. I would also say from personal experience that the images improved my comprehension and enhanced the retrieval of knowledge throughout my studies- which at the end of the day cannot be beaten! Furthermore, each section of the book has accompanying linked video clips (found online). The comprehensive nature of these digital learning tools have enabled me to remotely learn, for whilst I may not carry the book on me at all times, I am very rarely separated from my phone! Additionally, the parallel use of physical and virtual resources not only caters for those who prefer to feel the weight of the pages, but also those part of a generation where digital accessibility is preferential.In respect to the presentation and content of the book I have great regard. And as such I can honestly say that this book fulfills exactly what it sets out to achieve. I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in pigs regardless of prior experience, for I wager anyone can learn something from this book. - Oscar J. Smoker, Veterinary student, Royal Veterinary College, UK Pig Health is very good: clear and concise, and very practical. It is exactly what I need!- Dr Lu Chengjie, Best Genetics Group, ChinaOverall, I believe this is a reasonably priced book that will be a good international resource for those interested in clinical swine practice and health. - Alejandro Ramirez, Iowa State University, USA in JAVMA, Vol 253, No. 6Pig Health is an interesting and hugely informative learning resource for everyone; from the relatively naïve veterinary student all the way to the experienced veterinary practitioner. As one of the former, I have begun to develop an eye for which books are of genuine help, and this is certainly one of those, proving to be an excellent source of material during my studies.Aligning with the idea that "prevention" is better than "cure", this textbook moves away from the sometimes traditional idea that the veterinary professional exists as a firefighter for disease management. Instead it promotes the maintenance of health and the proactive steps needed to achieve this. In a world where increasing scrutiny and criticism is focused towards the common overuse of animal medicine, this text is the ideal companion for anyone wishing to further improve production animal health and welfare. Complex areas are dealt with in a simple manner, with the removal of unnecessary jargon which often litters comparable textbooks. This results in a user-friendly resource which as a vet student in the process of learning my trade, is invaluable. Indeed, the sections upon both the clinical and post-mortem examinations of pigs is formatted in a step-by-step manner which provides not only a fantastic aid in the initial learning period but thereafter, a clear and concise reference point. Further to this, areas where particular delicacy or a refined technique are required, have been given additional room, ensuring complete guidance.Throughout the book, the text is supplemented with high quality illustrations which not only arouse interest in their aesthetic nature, but also provide visual clues, allowing easy comparison in the classroom and on the farm. I would also say from personal experience that the images improved my comprehension and enhanced the retrieval of knowledge throughout my studies- which at the end of the day cannot be beaten! Furthermore, each section of the book has accompanying linked video clips (found online). The comprehensive nature of these digital learning tools have enabled me to remotely learn, for whilst I may not carry the book on me at all times, I am very rarely separated from my phone! Additionally, the parallel use of physical and virtual resources not only caters for those who prefer to feel the weight of the pages, but also those part of a generation where digital accessibility is preferential.In respect to the presentation and content of the book I have great regard. And as such I can honestly say that this book fulfills exactly what it sets out to achieve. I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone interested in pigs regardless of prior experience, for I wager anyone can learn something from this book. - Oscar J. Smoker, Veterinary student, Royal Veterinary College, UK Pig Health is very good: clear and concise, and very practical. It is exactly what I need!- Dr Lu Chengjie, Best Genetics Group, ChinaOverall, I believe this is a reasonably priced book that will be a good international resource for those interested in clinical swine practice and health. - Alejandro Ramirez, Iowa State University, USA in JAVMA, Vol 253, No. 6Table of ContentsClinical Examination. Reproductive Disorders. Respiratory and Cardiovascular Disorders. Intestinal Disorders. Locomotor and Muscular Disorders. Neurological Disorders. Urinary Disorders. Lymphatic Disorders. Skin Disorders. Environmental Medicine. Health Maintenance.

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Book SynopsisEquine Fluid Therapy is the first reference to draw equine-specific fluid therapy information together into a single, comprehensive resource.Trade Review“Equine Fluid Therapy is a comprehensive textbook created to benefit veterinarians (from interns and residents to practitioners who work in ambulatory or referral practice) who treat critically ill equine patients in a variety of practice settings.” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 September 2015) "One of the challenges of any clinically-based textbook is to provide information that is current, accessible and relevant to a broad target readership. Equine Fluid Therapy achieves this challenge and will benefit veterinary students, general practitioners and veterinary specialists. It will be of particular value in equine hospitals where intensive management of patients is undertaken and fluid therapy is undoubtedly used. This excellent reference text supports evidence-based approaches to fluid therapy in horses and will be a valuable addition to any equine practice’s library." (Australian Veterinary Journal, 95:12, 2017)Table of ContentsList of contributors vi Preface viii Section 1: Physiology of fluids electrolytes and acid–base 1 Body water physiology 3 C. Langdon Fielding 2 Sodium and water homeostasis and derangements 11 C. Langdon Fielding 3 Potassium homeostasis and derangements 27 C. Langdon Fielding 4 Chloride homeostasis and derangements 45 C. Langdon Fielding 5 Calcium homeostasis and derangements 55 Escolástico Aguilera-Tejero 6 Magnesium homeostasis and derangements 76 Allison Jean Stewart 7 Phosphorus homeostasis and derangements 88 Ramiro E. Toribio 8 Acid–base homeostasis and derangements 101 Jon Palmer Section 2: Fluid therapy 9 Preparation supplies and catheterization 129 Jamie Higgins 10 Monitoring fluid therapy 142 Brett Tennent?]Brown 11 Fluid overload 152 C. Langdon Fielding 12 Replacement fluids therapy in horses 161 K. Gary Magdesian 13 Maintenance fluid therapy in horses 175 K. Gary Magdesian 14 Fluid therapy for renal failure 190 C. Langdon Fielding 15 Fluid therapy for hepatic failure 198 Thomas J. Divers 16 Fluid therapy for gastrointestinal disease 206 Diana M. Hassel 17 Fluid therapy and heart failure 220 Sophy A. Jesty 18 Fluid therapy during neurologic disease 228 Yvette S. Nout?]Lomas 19 Fluid therapy for muscle disorders 239 Darien J. Feary 20 Perioperative fluid therapy 250 Julie E. Dechant 21 Enteral fluid therapy 261 Marco A.F. Lopes 22 Fluid therapy for neonatal foals 279 K. Gary Magdesian Section 3: Special topics 23 Blood and blood product transfusions in horses 301 Margaret Mudge 24 Colloids 312 Lucas Pantaleon 25 Parenteral nutrition 323 Harold C. McKenzie III 26 Advanced hemodynamic monitoring 340 Kevin Corley 27 Peritoneal dialysis 351 Laurie Gallatin Index 356

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Book Synopsisaeo Structured by body system or region with checklists on procedures and abnormalities aeo Numerous beautifully clear illustrations complement and clarify the text aeo Based on the authorsa extensive experience in farm animal medicine aeo Important reading for anyone concerned with the clinical examination of farm animals.Trade Review"The book should definitely be owned and read by all undergraduates and recently qualified large animal clinicians. It will also be a useful aide memoire to many older clinicans..." (Goat Veterinary Society Newsletter) "...an extremely useful and affordable reference book." (The Veterinary Record) "I wish rhis book had been available when I was a student, and during my formative years in farm animal practice." (Andrew J. Madel, Vet Times, 2003)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. Part I Introduction. 1 Principles of Clinical Examination. Part II Cattle – Clinical Examination by Body System and Region. 2 The General Clinical Examination of Cattle. 3 Clinical Examination of the Lymphatic System. 4 Clinical Examination of the Skin. 5 Clinical Examination of the Head and Neck. 6 Clinical Examination of the Cardiovascular System. 7 Clinical Examination of the Respiratory System. 8 Clinical Examination of the Gastrointestinal System. 9 Clinical Examination of the Urinary System. 10 Clinical Examination of the Female Genital System. 11 Clinical Examination of the Male Genital System. 12 Clinical Examination of the Udder. 13 Clinical Examination of the Musculoskeletal System. 14 Clinical Examination of the Nervous System. Part III Sheep. 15 Clinical Examination of the Sheep. Part IV Pigs. 16 Clinical Examination of the Pig. Part V Goats. 17 Clinical Examination of the Goat. Bibliography. Appendix 1 Normal Physiological Values. Appendix 2 Laboratory Reference Values: Haematology. Appendix 3 Laboratory Reference Values: Biochemistry. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis monumental text-reference places in clear persepctive the importance of nutritional assessments to the ecology and biology of ruminants and other nonruminant herbivorous mammals. Now extensively revised and significantly expanded, it reflects the...

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Book SynopsisThe Veterinary Drug Handbook: Client Information Edition helps veterinarians and pharmacists bridge the drug information gap between themselves and the people (clients; owners) who are treating their animals. Several studies have demonstrated that people receiving verbal information from health professionals retain very little of that information once they leave the premises of their health provider. The information provided in this book will supplement the actual care provided and help in the task at hand, namely to improve the health of animals. The authors have included drugs that are commonly prescribed by small animal and equine practitioners, both those that are veterinary and human labeled medications. The authors also provide this information in a format that can be understood by any reader. The information presented in these monographs will enable the animal caregiver to be better informed about the medication in question and to work with their vTable of ContentsContents. Includes over 150 of the most-commonly prescribed drugs as well as client handouts describing giving pets oral medications, eye medications, and transdermal medications.

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Book SynopsisThis book is an officially authorised advisory manual that implements the recommendations on the energy and protein requirements of cattle, sheep and goats made by the AFRC Technical Committee on Responses to Nutrients (TCORN) since its establishment in 1982. TCORN has produced a series of numbered reports including No. 5 in 1990 on Nutrient Requirements on Ruminant Animals: Energy' and in 1992, No. 9 Nutrient Requirements of Ruminant Animals: Protein'. The former recommended, with only minor modifications, the adoption of the AFRC's 1980 Technical Review's full recommendations on energy requirements of ruminants, while the latter recommended the adoption of a protein system based on Metabolisable Protein as the unit. Opportunity has been taken to include material from TCORN Report No. 8, 1991 on the Voluntary Intake of Silage by Cattle' and from an unpublished TCORN Report on the Nutrition of Goats'. The current volume presents these recommendations in a practical form designed for usTable of Contents1: Principles and concepts 2: Requirements for metabolisable energy 3: Requirements for metabolisable protein 4: Feed evaluation and diet formulation 5: Dairy cattle 6: Beef cattle 7: Sheep 8: Goats 9: References and Feed Composition Tables

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first in a set of four providing a series on controlled reproduction in farm animals. The aim of the series is to provide a general review of the literature dealing with the different ways in which reproduction in the major farm mammals can be controlled and manipulated. The four volumes are effectively an expanded and new edition of a previous work, Controlled Breeding in Farm Animals (Pergamon Press, 1983). However, the literature on this subject has expanded so rapidly since the time of the earlier volume, that it is now thought appropriate to published it in four separate volumes. Buffaloes, goats, deer and camelids have been added to the species covered by the series compared to the previous book. All volumes provide comprehensive reference lists and are fully up-to-date. This first volume focuses on cattle and buffaloes. It will appeal to reproductive physiologists and workers in animal production, animal breeding and veterinary medicine.Table of Contents1: Introduction to controlled reproduction in cattle 2: The bovine oestrous cycle and associated events 3: Artificial control of oestrus and ovulation 4: Pregnancy testing in cattle 5: Control of calving 6: Reducing the calving interval 7: Embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization in cattle 8: Induction of twin births in cattle 9: Breeding cattle at younger ages 10: Introduction to controlled breeding in buffaloes 11: Control of oestrus, pregnancy testing and parturition control in buffaloes 12: Embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization in buffaloes

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Book SynopsisThis book is the second in a set of four providing a series on controlled reproduction in farm animals. The aim of the series is to provide a general review of the literature dealing with the different ways in which reproduction in the major farm mammals can be controlled and manipulated. The four volumes are effectively an expanded and new edition of a previous work, Controlled Breeding in Farm Animals (Pergamon Press, 1983). However, the literature on this subject has expanded so rapidly since the time of the earlier volume, that it is now thought appropriate to publish it in four separate volumes. Buffaloes, goats, deer and camelids have been added to the species covered by the series compared to the previous book. All volumes provide comprehensive reference lists and are fully up-to-date. This second volume focuses on sheep and goats. It will appeal to reproductive physiologists and workers in animal production, animal breeding and veterinary medicine.Table of Contents1: Introduction to controlled reproduction in sheep 2: The ewe's oestrous cycle and seasonal breeding activity 3: Artificial control of oestrus and ovulation 4: Fixed-time sheep artificial insemination 5: Advancing the sheep breeding season 6: More frequent lambings in sheep 7: Induction of multiple births in sheep 8: Pregnancy testing in sheep 9: Control of lambing 10: Embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization in sheep 11: Breeding sheep at younger ages 12: Introduction to controlled breeding in goats 13: Artificial control of oestrus and breeding activity in goats 14: Pregnancy testing and control of parturition in goats 15: Embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization in goats

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Book SynopsisThis book is the third in a set of four providing a series on controlled reproduction in farm animals. The aim of the series is to provide a general review of the literature dealing with the different ways in which reproduction in the major farm mammals can be controlled and manipulated. The four volumes are effectively an expanded and new edition of a previous work, Controlled Breeding in Farm Animals (Pergamon Press, 1983). However, the literature on this subject has expanded so rapidly since the time of the earlier volume, that it is now thought appropriate to publish it in four separate volumes. Buffaloes, goats, deer and camelids have been added to the species covered by the series compared to the previous book. All volumes provide comprehensive reference lists and are fully up-to-date. This third volume focuses on pigs. It will appeal to reproductive physiologists and workers in animal production, animal breeding and veterinary medicine.Table of Contents1: Introduction to controlled reproduction in pigs 2: The sow's oestrous cycle and associated events 3: The artificial control of oestrus and ovulation in pigs 4: Pregnancy testing in pigs 5: Control of farrowing 6: More frequent farrowing in pigs 7: Increasing litter size in pigs 8: Embryo transfer and associated techniques in pigs 9: Breeding pigs at younger ages

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Book SynopsisThis book is the final one in a set of four providing a series on controlled reproduction in farm animals. The aim of the series is to provide a general review of the literature dealing with the different ways in which reproduction in the major farm mammals can be controlled and manipulated. The four volumes are effectively an expanded and new edition of a previous work, Controlled Breeding in Farm Animals (Pergamon Press, 1983). However, the literature on this subject has expanded so rapidly since the time of the earlier volume, that it is now thought appropriate to publish it in four separate volumes. Buffaloes, goats, deer and camelids have been added to the species covered by the series compared to the previous book. All volumes provide comprehensive reference lists and are fully up-to-date. This final volume focuses on horses, deer and camelids (camels, llamas and alpacas). All of these animals are attracting increasing attention for either leisure pursuits, meat or fibre productiTable of Contents1: Introduction to controlled reproduction in horses 2: The mare's oestrous cycle and seasonal breeding activity 3: Artificial control of oestrus and ovulation in the mare 4: Pregnancy testing in mares 5: Control of foaling 6: Embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization in horses 7: Controlled reproduction in deer 8: Controlled reproduction in camelids

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Book SynopsisIn recent years there has been an increasing interest in the topic of farm animal behaviour. This is partly an academic interest on the part of behavioural and animal scientists, but also stems from the more applied aspects of the subject as it relates to animal welfare. It is also now better appreciated that behaviour and welfare of animals have a significant impact on health and production. This book provides a thorough review of our knowledge of cattle behaviour and how this can contribute to improve the care, management and well-being of cattle. Examples are drawn from around the world, and while there is some emphasis on dairy cattle, mention is made of beef, dual-purpose or draught cattle where appropriate. All of the key topics such as social, reproductive and feeding behaviour are covered with thorough reviews of the research literature. The book represents a valuable work for advanced students and research workers in animal, dairy and veterinary sciences, as well as zoologistsTable of Contents1: Origin, evolutionary history and domestication of cattle 2: Maintenance behaviour 3: Social behaviour 4: Reproductive behaviour 5: Feeding behaviour 6: Maternal and calf behaviour and management 7: Behavioural responses to management systems 8: Human-cattle interactions 9: Training of cattle 10: Behavioural problems and solutions

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Book SynopsisThis report is a comprehensive review of published information on the body composition and digestive physiology of temperate zone goats, the composition of their products, meat, milk and fibre, their voluntary feed intake, and their associated energy, protein, mineral and vitamin requirements. The systematic approach is similar to that of earlier reviews of ruminant nutrient requirements published by the Agricultural Research Council in 1980 and 1984, which are factorial in nature. In particular the energy and protein requirements are expressed in terms of Metabolisable Energy (ARC 1980, AFRC 1990) and Metabolisable Protein (AFRC1992), using the models for cattle and sheep as appropriate. The requirements for calcium and phosphorus have been calculated utilising the factors specified in a separate AFRC report published in 1991. The report also identifies areas where there is a lack of research data specific to goats, recourse having to be made to published data for sheep (particularly Table of Contents1: Introduction 2: The goat industry 3: Goat products 4: The need for information on the nutrition of the goat 5: Composition of Products 6: Body and carcase 7: Milk 8: Fibre 9: Digestive Physiology 10: Digestibility 11: Rumen ammonia and rate of digestion 12: Rate of passage and rumen volume 13: Conclusions 14: Feed Intake 15: Introduction 16: Feeding behaviour 17: Grazing 18: Species comparisons : stall-feeding, minimum selection 19: Published estimates of feed intake by goats 20: Seasonal effects 21: Water intake 22: Conclusions and recommendations 23: Energy 24: Efficiencies of utilization of metabolisable energy 25: Feeding level corrections for ME intake 26: Requirements for maintenance 27: Requirements for activity 28: Requirements for growth 29: Requirements for pregnancy 30: Requirements for lactation and associated live-weight changes 31: Requirements for gains in body energy in lactating goats 32: Protein 33: Energy supply for microbial synthesis in the rumen 34: Feed nitrogen degradability 35: Apparent efficiency of conversion of degradable dietary nitrogen into microbial nitrogen 36: Microbial nitrogen yield in the rumen 37: Proportion of microbial crude protein (MCP) present as microbial true protein (MTP) 38: Absorbability of amino acids (AA) in the small intestine 39: Digestibility of undegraded feed protein 40: Efficiency of utilisation of absorbed amino acid nitrogen by ruminants 41: Requirements for maintenance 42: Requirements for lactation 43: Requirements for growth 44: Requirements for fibre 45: Requirements for pregnancy 46: Requirements for live-weight change in lactating goats 47: Minerals and Vitamins 48: Mineral composition of body tissues, milk and fibre 49: Calcium and phosphorus 50: Magnesium 51: Sodium, potassium and chloride 52: Copper 53: Requirements for other trace elements 54: Requirements for vitamins 55: Production 56: Rearing kids to weaning 57: Nutrition of the dairy goat 58: Nutrition of fibre goats

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Book SynopsisResearch into equine artificial insemination has recently expanded with increasing horse numbers, the developing leisure interest in horse riding and the realisation of the economic advantages of artificial insemination. This book provides a detailed reference book on the subject and covers its historical development, relevant equine physiology, current practices and future possibilities. It is extensively referenced to allow further reading into specialised areas.Table of ContentsI: Introduction 1: Introduction 2: Advantages of Artificial Insemination 3: Disadvantages of Artificial Insemination 4: Conclusion 5: Historical Development and Present Use of Artificial Insemination 6: Introduction 7: Early History of the Technique 8: Decline in the Horse Population and Equine Research 9: Development of Techniques for Collection of Semen 10: Development of Techniques for Evaluation of Semen 11: Development of Techniques for Handling and Storage of Semen 12: Development of Techniques for Insemination of Semen 13: Present Use of Equine AI 14: Current Reasons for Using Equine AI 15: Conclusion 16: Stallion Reproductive Anatomy and Control 17: Introduction 18: Stallion Anatomy 19: Control of Stallion Reproduction 20: Conclusion 21: Production of Spermatozoa 22: Introduction 23: Seminal Plasma 24: Spermatozoa 25: Conclusion 26: Semen Collection 27: Introduction 28: The Artificial Vagina 29: The Condom 30: Preparation of the Stallion for Semen Collection 31: The Collecting Area 32: Sexual Stimulation of the Stallion and Encouragement to Ejaculate 33: Alternative Methods of Semen Collection 34: Collection Procedure 35: Frequency of Collection 36: Training the Stallion for Collection 37: Conclusion 38: Semen Evaluation 39: Introduction 40: Semen Evaluation as Part of an AI Programme 41: General Semen Handling 42: Gross Evaluation 43: Microscopic Evaluation 44: Functional Tests for Semen Evaluation 45: Sexing Spermatozoa 46: Conclusion 47: Semen Storage and Transportation 48: Introduction 49: Extenders 50: Fresh or Raw Semen 51: Chilled Semen 52: Cryopreservation of Semen 53: Conclusion 54: Mare Insemination 55: Introduction 56: Selection of Suitable Mares for Insemination 57: Preparation of the Mare for Insemination 58: Preparation of Semen for Insemination 59: Methods of Insemination 60: Factors Affecting the Success of AI 61: Conception Rates to AI 62: Conclusion II: Conclusion

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Book SynopsisCurrent pressures to maximise the use of forages in ruminant diets have renewed interest in fast, inexpensive methods for the estimation of their nutritional value. As a result, a wide variety of biological and physiochemical procedures have recently been investigated for this purpose.This book is the single definitive reference volume on the current status of research in this areaCovers all forages eaten by ruminant animalsTable of ContentsSECTION 1: THE IMPORTANCE OF FORAGE EVALUATION FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS 1: Forages and their role in animal systems, R J Wilkins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK 2: Forage evaluation for efficient ruminant livestock production, D E Beever and FL Mould, CEDAR (Centre for Dairy Research), The University of Reading, UK 3: Intake of forages, D L Romney and M Gill, Natural Resources International Ltd, Kent, UK SECTION 2: ESTIMATING THE ENERGY VALUE OF FORAGES 4: Prediction of energy supply in ruminants, with emphasis on forages, S López, University of Leon, Spain, J Dijkstra, Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands & J France, The University of Reading, UK 5: Forage evaluation using measurements of energy metabolism, C K Reynolds, The University of Reading, UK 6: The measurement of forage digestibility in vivo, C Rymer, ADAS Feed Evaluation and Nutritional Sciences, Stratford upon Avon, UK 7: Faeces as a source of microbial enzymes for estimating digestibility, H M Omed, D Lovett and R F E Axford, University of Wales, Bangor, UK 8: Enzyme techniques for estimating digestibility, D I H Jones and M K Theodorou, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, Aberystwyth, UK 9: The in situ technique for the estimation of forage degradability in the ruminants, E R Ørskov, Rowett Research Institute, Aberdeen, UK 10: Cumulative gas production techniques for forage evaluation, B A Williams, Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands SECTION 3: ESTIMATING THE PROTEIN VALUE OF FORAGES 11: Animal based techniques for the estimation of protein value of forages, S Tamminga, Wageningen Institute of Animal Sciences, The Netherlands and X B Chen, Rowett Research Institute, Aberdeen, UK 12: In situ techniques for the estimation of protein degradability and post rumen availability, T Hvelplund and M R Weisbjerg, Danish Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Denmark 13: Enzymatic and microbial cell preparation techniques for predicting rumen degradation and post ruminal availability of protein, S Calsamiglia, Universitat Autonòma de Barcelona, Spain, M D Stern and A Bach, University of Minnesota, USA SECTION 4: PHYSICOCHEMICAL APPROACHES 14: Characterization of forages by chemical analysis, D J R Cherney, Cornell University, USA 15: Near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy: an alternative approach for the estimation of forage quality and voluntary intake, ER Deaville, ADAS Feed Evaluation & Nutritional Sciences, UK, PC Flinn, Agriculture Victoria, Pastoral & Veterinary Institute, Australia 16: NMR and other physico-chemical techniques for forage assessment, D S Himmelsbach, Agricultural Research Service, USA SECTION 5: MINERALS, VITAMINS, ANTINUTRITIVE AND OTHER FACTORS 17: Trace mineral status of forages, A MacPherson, Scottish Agricultural College, Ayr, UK 18: Major minerals in forages, L R McDowell, University of Florida, USA and G Valle, Departmento de Producción Animal, CURLA, Honduras 19: Vitamins in forages, N Ballet, J C Robert and PEV Williams, Rhône-Poulenc Animal Nutrition, France 20: Secondary plant compounds and forage evaluation, J D Reed et al., University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA SECTION 6: GENERAL CONCLUSION AND DISCUSSION 21: Current procedures, future requirements and the need for standardization, D I Givens, ADAS Feed Evaluation and Nutritional Sciences, UK, E Owen, The University of Reading, UK and A T Adesogan, University of Wales, Aberystwyth, UK

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Book SynopsisThis book brings together edited versions of the keynote review papers presented at the International Symposium on Ruminant Physiology (ISRP). Held every five years, the ISRP is the premier forum for the presentation and discussion of advances in our knowledge of the physiology of ruminant animals. The ninth ISRP was held in South Africa in October 1999. A definitive statement of current knowledge in this subject. Contributors are the leading international authorities from Europe, North America, South Africa and Australasia. The ISRP has an excellent reputation for quality papers.Table of ContentsPart I: Regulation of Feed Intake 1: Integration of learning and metabolic signals into a theory of dietary choice and food intake, J M Forbes, University of Leeds, UK and F D Provenza, Utah State University, USA 2: Mathematical models of food intake and metabolism in ruminants, A W Ilius, N S Jessop, and M Gill, University of Edinburgh, UK 3: Control of salivation and motility of the reticulorumen by the brain in sheep, W L Grovum, University of Guelph, Canada and J S Gonzalez, University of Leon, Spain Part II: Rumen Microbiology and Fermentation 4: Molecular ecology and diversity in microbial ecosystems, R I Mackie et al, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA 5: Microbial adherence to the plant cell wall and enzymatic hydrolysis, C W Forsberg, F Forano and A Chesson , University of Guelph, Canada 6: The microbial ecology and physiology of ruminal nitrogen metabolism, M Morrison, University of Nebraska, USA Part III: Nutrient Absorption and Splanchnic Metabolism 7: Tissue, cellular and molecular aspects of peptide absorption and utilization, K E Webb, Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, USA 8: Influence of gastrointestinal tissue metabolism on substrate supply, C J Seal and D S Parker, University of Newcastle, UK 9: The liver: Integrator of nitrogen metabolism, G E Lobley, Rowett Research Institute, UK, G D Milano, Campus Iniversitario, Argentina and J G van der Walt, University of Pretoria, South Africa Part IV: Tissue Maintenance and Utilization of Endogenous Body Reserves 10: Adipose tissue: beyond an energy reserve, R G Vernon, Hannah Research Institute, UK and K L Houseknecht, Pfizer Inc., UK 11: Regulation of growth and metabolism during postnatal development, B W Breier, M H Oliver and B W Galleher, University of Auckland, New Zealand 12: Direct effects of photoperiod on lipid metabolism, leptin synthesis and milk secretion in adult sheep, Y Chilliard and F Bocquier, INRA-Theix, France Part V: Tissue Growth 13: Muscle growth and genetic regulation, J J Bass et al, Ruakura Agricultural Research Centre, New Zealand 14: Control and manipulation of hyperplasia and hypertrophy in muscle tissue, P J Buttery, J M Brameld and J M Dawson, University of Nottingham, UK 15: Regulation of protein synthesis for wool growth, N Adams, S Liu and D G Masters, CSIRO Division of Animal Production, Australia Part IV: Reproduction, Pregnancy and Lactation 16: Regulation of macronutrient partitioning between maternal and conceptus tissues in the pregnant ruminant, A W Bell and R A Ehrhardt, Cornell University, USA 17: The Thermal Physiology of the Ruminant Fetus, H Laburn, A Faurie and D Mitchell, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa 18: Regulation of nutrient partitioning during lactation: Homeostasis and homeorhesis revisited, D E Bauman, Cornell University, USA 19: The insulin-like growth factor (IGF) system in the mammary gland: Role for IGFBP-3 binding proteins, C R Baumrucker, Penn State University, USA 20: Integrating the effects of genotype and nutrition on utilization of body reserves during lactation of dairy cattle, J P McNamara, Washington State University, USA Part VII: Ruminant Physiology and Genetics 21: Genetic manipulation of ruminant biochemistry and physiology for improved productivity: current status and future potential, K A Ward, CSIRO Animal Production, Australia 22: Genetics of rumen microorganisms: Gene transfer, genetic analysis, H J Flint and K P Scott, Rowett Research Institute, UK 23: Nutrient-gene interactions: Future potential and applications, P B Cronjé, University of Pretoria, South Africa Part VIII: Host Resistance against Parasites and Pathogens 24: Host resistance against gastrointestinal parasites of sheep, S J McClure, D L Emergy and J W Steel, CSIRO, Australia 25: Host resistance to fleece rot and blowfly strike, I G Colditz and R L Tellam, CSIRO, Australia 26: Host resistance against mastitis, K Perrson-Waller, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

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Book SynopsisThis book brings together edited and revised papers presented at the 8th Symposium on Digestive Physiology of Pigs held in Uppsala in June, 2000. It contains more than 100 papers from leading scientists from around the world in this subject area. Among other features it contributes to the development of the the science relating to the effects of nutrition on gut physiology. It also creates a platform for future research, that will increase knowledge of how to optimize the nutrition of the pig and to help prevent diet-related gastrointestinal conditions.Table of Contents1: Development and function of the gastrointestinal tract 2: Possible interactions between nutrition and 3: Factors influencing gut maturation and function in prenatal and postnatal pigs 4: The gastrointestinal immune system and its implications for health maintenance 5: Nutrient utilization and metabolism by the gastrointestinal tract 6: Dietary and animal related factors affecting digestion and digestive secretions 7: Influence of the gut microflora on the digestive processes 8: Influence of nutrition on the gut microflora 9: Role of the gut microflora in the prevention of disease

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