Veterinary medicine: large animals Books

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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Book SynopsisThis book provides a review of the current state of knowledge on all aspects of sheep nutrition. The main emphasis is on sheep grazing in systems that range from intensively utilized sown pastures to extensive rangelands.Table of Contents1: Nutritive Value of Herbage, S W Coleman, USDA-ARS, USA and D A Henry, CSIRO, Australia 2: Constraints on Feed Intake by Grazing Sheep, R H Weston, Glenbrook, Australia 3: Food Choice, J M Forbes, University of Leeds, UK and R W Mayes, Macaulay Land Use Research Institute, UK 4: Microbial Ecology of the Ovine Rumen, R I Mackie, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, C S McSweeney, CSIRO, Australia and A V Klieve, Animal Research Institute, Australia 5: Digestion and Metabolism, E F Annison, University of Sydney, Australia, D B Lindsay, Cambridge, UK and J V Nolan, University of New England, Australia 6: Principles of Supplementary Feeding in Sheep-grazing Systems, H Dove 7: Nutrition for Maintenance, J L Corbett and A J Ball, University of New England, Australia 8: Nutrition and Wool Growth, P L Hynd, Adelaide University, Australia and D G Masters, CSIRO, Australia 9: Nutrition for Conception and Pregnancy, J J Robinson, J A Rooke and T G McEvoy, Scottish Agricultural College, UK 10: Nutrition during Lactation, T T Treacher, Oxford, UK and G Caja, Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona, Spain 11: Nutrition for Sheep-meat Production, V H Oddy, Meat and Livestock Australia, Australia and R D Sainz, University of California, USA 12: Nutrition of Sheep under Rangelands Conditions, P J O'Reagain, Queensland Beef Industry Institute, Australia and N P McMeniman, University of Queensland, Australia 13: Trace-element and Vitamin Nutrition of Grazing Sheep, J Lee, S O Knowles, AgResearch Limited, New Zealand and G J Judson, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia 14: Interactions between Gastrointestinal Parasites and Nutrients, R L Coop, Moredun Research Institute, UK and A R Sykes, Lincoln University, New Zealand 15: Deleterious Substances in Grazed Pastures, G C Waghorn, AgResearch Limited, New Zealand, N R Adams, CSIRO, Australia and D R Woodfield, AgResearch Limited, New Zealand 16: The Nutritional Management of Grazing Sheep, M Freer 17: Not available from CABI in Australia and New Zealand. Contact CSIRO Publishing, PO Box 1139, Collingwood, Victoria 3066, Australia.

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Book SynopsisThis detailed book explores new molecular biological techniques for the detection of both antigens and antibodies of porcine diseases. Assays examined within this collection include improved methods of nucleic acid extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), droplet digital PCR (ddPCR), polymerase spiral reaction (PSR), cross-priming amplification (CPA), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), as well as peptide nucleic acid (PNA) based tools, aptamer-based tools, and lateral flow assays and different immune assay-based diagnostics for porcine diseases. As part of the Springer Protocols Handbooks series, the present book contains the type of in-depth knowledge on important diagnostics tools that provide a vital source of information for scientists, researchers, and students from different fields.Authoritative and practical, Protocols for the Diagnosis of Pig Viral Diseases aims to guide researchers toward developing new technologies for the diagnosis of pig pathogens.Table of Contents1. Requirements and Preparedness for Attending a Viral Disease Outbreak in Pig Farms Dipak Deka, Pankaj Kumar Dhaka, Ujjwal Kumar De, Obli Rajendran Vinodh Kumar, and Yashpal Singh Malik 2. Collection of Samples, Their Preservation, and Transportation Ashok Kumar, Kaushal Kishor Rajak, Ajay Kumar Yadav, Vishal Rai, Mukesh Bhatt, R.P. Singh, and R.K. Singh 3. Methods for Quantification of Viruses Mukesh Bhatt, Chris Einstein, Kiran, Arfa Fayaz, Vishal Rai, Monu Karki, Ashok Kumar, Ajay Kumar Yadav, and Kaushal Kishor Rajak 4. Protocols for Isolation of Genetic Materials from RNA Viruses Nihar Nalini Mohanty, Vikas Gupta, Laxmi Narayan Sarangi, Rohini Bhat, and Sathish B. Shivachandra 5. Multiplex PCR for Diagnosis of Porcine Diseases Manjisha Choudhury, Ajay Kumar Yadav, Seema Rani Pegu, Rajib Deb, and Swaraj Rajkhowa 6. Protocols for Isolation of Plasmid DNA Vinod Kumar Singh, Vikas Gupta, and Chayanika Das 7. Recombinant Antigen-Based Diagnostic Assays of Pig Viral Diseases Rajib Deb, Ajay Kumar Yadav, Gyanendra Singh Sengar, Seema Rani Pegu, Souvik Paul, Swaraj Rajkhowa, and Vivek Kumar Gupta 8. RNA-PAGE-Based Diagnosis of Viral Diseases Naveen Kumar, Geetika Kaur, Shubhankar Sircar, Zunjar Dubbal, R.S. Sethi, and Yashpal Singh Malik 9. Peptide Nucleic Acid (PNA): A Diagnostic Molecule for Infectious Diseases Vinay G. Joshi, Anu Kumari, Sushila Maan, Tarun Kumar, and Satish Kumar 10. Nucleic Acid Sequence-Based Amplification (NASBA) Methods and CRISPR/Cas13 System to Detect Pig Viral Diseases Ajay Kumar Singh, Soumen Naskar, Pramod W. Ramteke, and Rohit Kumar 11. Aptamers as Diagnostic Markers for Viral Infections of Veterinary Importance Victoria C. Khangembam and Dimpal Thakuria 12. Antibody-Based Sensors for Pathogen Detection Nirmita Dutta, Akhil Kumar, Anu Kumari, Sushila Maan, Gorachand Dutta, and Vinay G. Joshi 13. Lateral Flow Assay for Diagnosis of Pig Viral Diseases Aditya Prasad Sahoo and Rajib Deb 14. Droplet Digital PCR-Based Diagnosis for Porcine Viral Diseases Yoya Vashi and Sachin Kumar 15. Protocols for Immunofluorescence Techniques Deepika Bisht, Shikha Saxena, Nitish Singh Kharayat, and Siddharth Gautam 16. Polymerase Spiral Reaction (PSR) for the Diagnosis of Porcine Viral Diseases Vikas Gupta, Nihar Nalini Mohanty, and Vinod Kumar Singh 17. Recombinase Polymerase Amplification-Based Diagnostics of Porcine Viral Diseases Yoya Vashi and Sachin Kumar 18. Cell Culture System for Porcine Virus Isolation and Propagation Vishal Rai, Kaushal Kishor Rajak, Kiran, Arfa Fayaz, Monu Karki, Chris Einstein, Mukesh Bhatt, Ashok Kumar, and Ajay Kumar Yadav 19. An Overview of Mouse Monoclonal Antibody Production Kaushal Kishor Rajak, Kiran, Arfa Fayaz, Vishal Rai, Monu Karki, Chris Einstein, Mukesh Bhatt, Ashok Kumar, Ajay Kumar Yadav, and R.P. Singh 20. Nucleic Acid Hybridization Techniques for Viral Disease Diagnosis: A Detailed Perspective B.V. Sunil Kumar, Himalaya Bhardwaj, Ankita Gurao, Naveen Kumar, and Yashpal Singh Malik 21. Ligase Detection Reaction–Fluorescent Microsphere Assay A. Raja 22. ELISA as a Diagnostic Weapon Ramya Kalaivanan and Sankar Palanisamy 23. SDS-PAGE and Western Blotting: Basic Principles and Protocol Mukesh Bhatt, Vishal Rai, Ashok Kumar, Kiran, Ajay Kumar Yadav, Kaushal Kishor Rajak, Vikas Gupta, Vishal Chander, and R.K. Avasthe 24. Immune Assays as Diagnostic for Pig Viral Diseases Prabhakar Maurya, Jupi Talukdar, Sarmistha Debbarma, Monuj Kumar Doley, and Luit Barkalita 25. Production of Virus-Like Particles Using the Baculovirus Expression System and Their Application in Vaccines and Viral Disease Diagnosis Hemanta Kumar Maity, Rajib Deb, Sinéad Lyons, and Ian M. Jones 26. Good Laboratory Practices and Biosafety Containments in a Virology Laboratory Yashpal Singh Malik, Anuradha Sharma, Niraj Kumar Singh, B.T. Naveen Kumar, and Naveen Kumar

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Book SynopsisZoonotic Tuberculosis: Mycobacterium bovis and Other Pathogenic Mycobacteria, Third Edition is a comprehensive review of the state of the art in the control and elimination of infections caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex in animals and humans. This update to the most complete and current reference available on Mycobacterium bovis includes new coverage of the latest molecular techniques; more information on human infection and One Health; updates to the information on the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IUATLD), the World Health Organization (WHO), Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), and the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Tuberculosis Eradication Program; and coverage of additional Africancountries. The Third Edition upholds the book's reputation as a truly global resource on M. bovis. Written by an international list of tuberculosis experts, chapters cover the status of tuberculoTrade Review“The third edition complements the previous editions and will be a useful text for readers interested in both human and animal tuberculosis.” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 September 2014) “Zoonotic Tuberculosis’ is a superb text and should be placed on the shelf alongside the previous editions for anyone wanting to know more about the global management of tuberculosis.” (Veterinary Record, 21 June 2014)Table of ContentsContributors ix Preface xv 1 Tuberculosis in animals and humans: An introduction 3 Charles O. Thoen, Philip A. LoBue, and Donald A. Enarson 2 One Health approach for preventing and controlling tuberculosis in animals and humans 9 John B. Kaneene, Bruce Kaplan, James H. Steele, and Charles O. Thoen 3 Public health significance of zoonotic tuberculosis caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex 21 Adam J. Langer and Philip A. LoBue 4 Mycobacterium bovis infection in humans and animals with an emphasis on countries in Central and South America 35 Isabel N. de Kantor, Pedro M. Torres, Eliana Roxo, Alfredo Garin, Luis A. Paredes Noack, María D. Sequeira, María Susana Imaz, Nora Morcillo, and María Alice da Silva Telles 5 Pathogenesis of tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium bovis 51 Charles O. Thoen and Raúl G. Barletta 6 Epidemiology of Mycobacterium bovis 63 Julian A. Drewe, Dirk U. Pfeiffer, and John B. Kaneene 7 Molecular epidemiology of Mycobacterium bovis 79 Julian A. Drewe and Noel H. Smith 8 New and current approaches for isolation, identification, and genotyping of Mycobacterium bovis 89 Suelee Robbe-Austerman and Claude Turcotte 9 Tuberculosis in animals in South Africa 99 Nick Kriek 10 Status and control of bovine tuberculosis in Ethiopia 109 Asseged Bogale, Berhanu Tameru, and Tsegaye Habtemariam 11 Distribution, public health significance, and control status of bovine tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium bovis in Uganda 133 David Nganwa and Asseged Bogale 12 Bovine tuberculosis: Epidemiology, zoonotic transmission, activities, and challenges toward its control in Nigeria 149 Simeon I.B. Cadmus and F. Olalekan Ayanwale 13 Factors contributing to the transmission of bovine tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium bovis and its control status in Sudan 159 Ehsan Abdalla and David Nganwa 14 Overview of bovine tuberculosis in Ghana 175 Gregory Banayah Mwinyelle and Andy Alhassan 15 Status and control of tuberculosis in animals in Pakistan 181 M. Tariq Javed 16 Zoonotic tuberculosis in humans, elephants, and other animals in Nepal 191 Mahesh Bhandari and Charles O. Thoen 17 Zoonotic tuberculosis in India 197 Rishendra Verma 18 An overview of Mycobacterium bovis infections in domestic and wild animals in Korea 203 Han Sang Yoo and Kyoungjin J. Yoon 19 Mycobacterium bovis infection and control in China 213 Aizhen Guo, Yingyu Chen, and Huanchun Chen 20 Zoonotic tuberculosis in Australia and New Zealand 221 Graham Nugent and Debra V. Cousins 21 Bovine tuberculosis eradication in the United States: A century of progress 235 Alecia Larew Naugle, Mark Schoenbaum, C. William Hench, Owen L. Henderson, and Jack Shere 22 The occurrence of M. bovis cases in U.S. cattle, 2001–2011 253 Katie Portacci, Jason Lombard, Mark Schoenbaum, Kathleen Orloski, and Mark Camacho 23 The importance of M. bovis infection in cervids on the eradication of bovine tuberculosis in the United States 263 Michael J. Gilsdorf and John B. Kaneene 24 Evaluation of antemortem diagnostic tests for detecting bovine tuberculosis infection in the United States 277 Mark Schoenbaum, María Celia Antognoli, and Kathleen Orloski 25 Canada’s bovine tuberculosis eradication program: Past and present 287 Noel Harrington, Krista Howden, and Claude Turcotte 26 Bovine tuberculosis eradication program in Mexico 291 Alejandro Perera Ortiz, José Alfredo Gutiérrez-Reyes, Estela Flores Velázquez, Guillermo Agustín Reyes Escalona, and Eli Tonatiuh Selva Hernández 27 Epidemiology of bovine tuberculosis in the Republic of Serbia with a brief overview of the current epidemiological situation in the region 309 Dejan Krnjaic, Budimir Plavsic, and Slavoljub Stanojevic 28 The impact of an integrated wildlife and bovine tuberculosis eradication program in Ireland 323 Michael Sheridan, Margaret Good, Simon J. More, and Eamonn Gormley 29 Bovine tuberculosis eradication in France 341 María Laura Boschiroli and Jean-Jacques Bénet 30 Animal tuberculosis in Spain: A multihost system 349 Christian Gortazar and Mariana Boadella 31 Tuberculosis eradication in Italy 357 Laura Chiavacci, Alessandro Dondo, Maria Goria, Giuliana Moda, Luigi Ruocco, Patrizia Vignetta, and Simona Zoppi 32 Status of bovine tuberculosis control in countries of Central Europe and countries of the former Soviet Union 369 Ivo Pavlik 33 Zoonotic tuberculosis in nonhuman primates 383 Pat A. Frost, Paul P. Calle, Hilton Klein, and Charles O. Thoen Index 399

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Book SynopsisBlackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care, Second Edition provides essential information about treating medical emergencies using a quick-reference format ideal for the fast-paced emergency setting. Offers fast access to important information during a small animal emergency Presents topics alphabetically with identically formatted topics for ease of use Adds information on 25 new diseases and updates throughout, plus updated references and more information on drugs available outside the US Features color photographs to depict the diseases and conditions discussed Includes access to a companion website with client education handouts to download and use in practice Trade Review"The second edition of Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care is a great reference for emergency doctors, interns, and residents. It contains easily accessible information, excellent photographs, and diagrams regarding conditions commonly and uncommonly seen in emergency-critical care practice. The book is well organized and contains many excellent etiology and pathophysiology tips." JAVMA, January 2018Table of ContentsContributor List ix Preface xv About the Companion Website xvi Chapter 1 Acetaminophen Toxicity 1 Chapter 2 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome 9 Chapter 3 Anterior Uveitis 17 Chapter 4 Anticoagulant Rodenticide Toxicity 25 Chapter 5 Arterial Thromboembolism 31 Chapter 6 Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter 42 Chapter 7 Atrial Standstill 49 Chapter 8 Atrioventricular Block 55 Chapter 9 Blood Transfusion Reaction 64 Chapter 10 Brachial Plexus Injury 71 Chapter 11 Bromethalin Rodenticide Toxicity 77 Chapter 12 Bundle Branch Block – Left 84 Chapter 13 Bundle Branch Block – Right 88 Chapter 14 Canine Distemper 93 Chapter 15 Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 100 Chapter 16 Cholecalciferol – Rodenticide Toxicity 109 Chapter 17 Chylothorax 117 Chapter 18 Coonhound Paralysis 125 Chapter 19 Diabetic Ketoacidosis 131 Chapter 20 Diaphragmatic Hernia 138 Chapter 21 Disorders of Chloride 146 Chapter 22 Disorders of Phosphorus 150 Chapter 23 Disorders of Sodium 155 Chapter 24 Drowning and Submersion Injury 161 Chapter 25 Dystocia and Uterine Inertia 169 Chapter 26 Electric Cord Injury 177 Chapter 27 Epistaxis 183 Chapter 28 Esophageal Foreign Body 191 Chapter 29 Ethylene Glycol Toxicity 197 Chapter 30 Feline Bronchitis 203 Chapter 31 Feline Infectious Peritonitis 214 Chapter 32 Feline Leukemia Virus Infection 221 Chapter 33 Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease 229 Chapter 34 Feline Panleukopenia 238 Chapter 35 Gastric Dilation-Volvulus Syndrome 245 Chapter 36 Gastrointestinal Foreign Body/Obstruction 254 Chapter 37 Glaucoma 262 Chapter 38 Heat Stroke and Heat-Induced Illness 272 Chapter 39 Hemoabdomen 283 Chapter 40 Hepatic Encephalopathy 291 Chapter 41 Hyperglycemia 300 Chapter 42 Hyperkalemia 306 Chapter 43 Hyperosmolarity 312 Chapter 44 Hypertension 318 Chapter 45 Hypertrophic and Restrictive Cardiomyopathy 331 Chapter 46 Hyphema 339 Chapter 47 Hypoadrenocorticism 346 Chapter 48 Hypokalemia 352 Chapter 49 Hypotension 358 Chapter 50 Hypothermia 364 Chapter 51 Hypoxemia 370 Chapter 52 Idioventricular Dysrhythmias 377 Chapter 53 Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia 382 Chapter 54 Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia 394 Chapter 55 Intussusception 405 Chapter 56 Ivermectin Toxicity 410 Chapter 57 Lily Toxicity 415 Chapter 58 Lower Urinary Tract Infections – Canine and Feline 421 Chapter 59 Macadamia Nut Toxicity 434 Chapter 60 Magnesium Disorders 437 Chapter 61 Metabolic Acidosis 445 Chapter 62 Metabolic Alkalosis 452 Chapter 63 Metaldehyde Toxicity 457 Chapter 64 Murmurs 462 Chapter 65 Mycotoxins – Aflatoxins 468 Chapter 66 Mycotoxins – Tremorgens 474 Chapter 67 NSAID Toxicosis 479 Chapter 68 Organophosphate Intoxication 486 Chapter 69 Otitis Media and Otitis Interna – Canine 493 Chapter 70 Paraphimosis 506 Chapter 71 Parvoviral Enteritis – Canine 509 Chapter 72 Pericardial Effusion 517 Chapter 73 Pleural Effusion 533 Chapter 74 Pneumonia – Aspiration 542 Chapter 75 Pneumonia – Bacterial 549 Chapter 76 Pneumothorax 557 Chapter 77 Proptosis 568 Chapter 78 Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension 576 Chapter 79 Pulmonary Contusions 587 Chapter 80 Pulmonary Edema – Cardiogenic 593 Chapter 81 Pulmonary Edema – Noncardiogenic 603 Chapter 82 Pulmonary Thromboembolism 611 Chapter 83 Pyometra 620 Chapter 84 Pyothorax 628 Chapter 85 Raisin and Grape Toxicity 637 Chapter 86 Retinal Detachment 644 Chapter 87 Schiff-Sherrington 651 Chapter 88 Scleral and Corneal Lacerations 654 Chapter 89 Seizures 663 Chapter 90 Septic Peritonitis 672 Chapter 91 Serotonin Syndrome 682 Chapter 92 Shock – Cardiogenic 688 Chapter 93 Shock – Distributive 695 Chapter 94 Smoke Inhalation 703 Chapter 95 Snake Bite – Coral Snakes 711 Chapter 96 Snake Bite – Pit Vipers 721 Chapter 97 Spider Bite – Black Widow 732 Chapter 98 Spider Bite – Brown Spiders 738 Chapter 99 Spinal Fracture 750 Chapter 100 Spinal Shock 757 Chapter 101 Splenic Torsion 761 Chapter 102 Supraventricular Tachycardia 766 Chapter 103 Syncope 773 Chapter 104 Tick Paralysis 780 Chapter 105 Tracheal Collapse 785 Chapter 106 Traumatic Myocarditis 791 Chapter 107 Urethral Obstruction – Canine 797 Chapter 108 Urethral Obstruction – Feline 805 Chapter 109 Urethral Prolapse 813 Chapter 110 Vaginal Hyperplasia/Prolapse 817 Chapter 111 Ventricular Dysrhythmias 822 Chapter 112 Vestibular Disease 827 Chapter 113 Vomiting/Hematemesis 835 Chapter 114 Von Willebrand Disease 843 Chapter 115 Zinc Toxicity 849 Index 855

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Book SynopsisGOAT MEDICINE Provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the full range of diseases potentially occurring in goats across the wide spectrum of geographic and management conditions in which goats are kept, from extensive grazing to intensive dairy production to backyard pet. Goat Medicine, Third Edition is a complete resource for understanding caprine diseases worldwide. Covering the latest advances on diagnostic and therapeutic techniques, the two authors, board certified veterinarians with a global experience in goat health and production, offer a comprehensive examination of all important diseases encountered in the goat. The book offers authoritative and clinically relevant information on recognizing, diagnosing, treating, controlling and preventing goat disease at the individual, herd, and national levels. To aid in reader comprehension and promote seamless assimilation of the knowledge contained within, the book is logically organized by bodTrade Review"The authors of Goat Medicine were again successful in providing relevant and important updates of their well-known text and have once again improved this excellent resource. The books format, level of presented detail, and global perspective ensure that it continues to be a valuable resource for goat veterinarians, academic clinicians and scientists, veterinary students, and many other stakeholders in the goat industry."- Jenna E. Bayne, Thomas Passler, and Joan D. Rowe, published in Small Ruminant Research, Volume 222, May 2023Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments 1 Fundamentals of Goat Practice 2 Skin 3 Subcutaneous Swellings 4 Musculoskeletal System 5 Nervous System 6 Ocular System 7 Blood, Lymph, and Immune Systems 8 Cardiovascular System 9 Respiratory System 10 Digestive System 11 Liver and Pancreas 12 Urinary System 13 Reproductive System 14 Mammary Gland and Milk Production 15 Wasting Diseases 16 Sudden Death 17 Anesthesia 18 Dehorning and Descenting 19 Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases 20 Herd Health Management and Preventive Medicine Appendix Index

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Book SynopsisProvides a concise and authoritative reference on the use of vaccines against diseases of livestock Compiled by Senior Animal Health Officers at The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and with contributions from international leading experts, Veterinary Vaccines: Principles and Applications is a concise and authoritative reference featuring easily readable reviews of the latest research in vaccinology and vaccine immune response to pathogens of major economic impact to livestock. It covers advice and recommendations for vaccine production, quality control, and effective vaccination schemes including vaccine selection, specifications, vaccination programs, vaccine handling in the field, application, failures, and assessment of herd protection. In addition, the book presents discussions on the current status and potential future developments of vaccines and vaccination against selected transboundary animal diseases. ProvidTable of ContentsList of Contributors Foreword Acknowledgement Introduction SECTION I: IMPORTANCE OF VETERINARY VACCINES Chapter 1: The role of veterinary vaccines in livestock production, animal health and public health Chapter 2: Principles of vaccinology and vaccine immune response Chapter 3: Role of the regional and international organizations in vaccine international standards Chapter 4: Vaccination strategies, implementation and monitoring SECTION II: CURRENT AND FUTURE VETERINARY VACCINES Chapter 5: Viral vaccines Chapter 6: Bacterial and mycoplasma vaccines Chapter 7: Protozoal and rickettsial vaccines Chapter 8: Parasite vaccines Chapter 9: Fish vaccines Chapter 10: Novel developments and next generation vaccines SECTION III: ASPECTS OF VACCINE PRODUCTION, QUALITY CONTROL AND DISTRIBUTION Chapter 11: The manufacture of veterinary vaccines: Manufacturing facilities Chapter 12: The manufacture of veterinary vaccines: Quality control of the manufacturing processes Chapter 13: The manufacture of veterinary vaccines: Control of final product Chapter 14: The manufacture of veterinary vaccines: External assessment and registration of veterinary vaccines Chapter 15: Aspects of vaccine accessibility and commercialization Chapter 16: Vaccine strategic reserves SECTION IV: VETERINARY VACCINES FOR SELECTED ANIMAL DISEASES Chapter 17: Foot and mouth disease Chapter 18: Avian influenza Chapter 19: Rift Valley Fever Chapter 20: Bluetongue Chapter 21: Peste des Petits Ruminants Chapter 22: Brucellosis Chapter 23: Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia Chapter 24: Classical Swine Fever Chapter 25: Newcastle disease virus Chapter 26: Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Chapter 27: Anthrax Chapter 28: Capripox (lumpy skin disease & sheep and goat pox) Chapter 29: Rabies

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Book SynopsisGuide to Ruminant Anatomy Familiarize yourself with the anatomy of ruminants and food animals with this up-to-date guide Guide to Ruminant Anatomy provides a richly illustrated guide tailored to the practical needs of veterinary clinicians. Divided for ease of use into sections representing different parts of the ruminant body, this in-depth introduction uses real dissection images to familiarize readers in detail with the internal and external anatomy of caprine, ovine, and bovine animals. It provides an outstanding demonstration of the relevance of anatomy in clinical settings. Guide to Ruminant Anatomy readers will also find: Practical clinical applications discussed by board certified clinicians in each chapter Line drawings corresponding to dissection images of embalmed specimens Learning objectives in each section, tying key concepts to clinician development A companion website featuring Table of ContentsContributor xv Preface xvii Acknowledgments xix About the Companion Website xxi 1 The Head, Neck, and Vertebral Column 1 1.1 Skull 2 1.2 Mandible 9 1.3 Paranasal Sinuses 9 1.4 Vertebral Column 14 1.5 Teeth and Age Estimation of Cattle and Small Ruminants (Goats and Sheep) 15 1.5.1 Definitions and Criteria for Estimating the Age of Ruminants 21 1.5.2 Steps for Estimating the Age of Cattle 22 1.6 Joints of the Head 24 1.6.1 Temporomandibular Joint 24 1.6.2 Atlantooccipital Joint 24 1.6.3 Mandibular Symphysis 24 1.6.4 Vertebral Joints 25 1.7 Muscles of the Head 25 1.7.1 Cutaneous Muscles 27 1.7.2 Muscles of Facial Expression 27 1.7.3 Muscles of Mastication 28 1.7.4 Pharyngeal Muscles 28 1.7.4.1 Nomenclature of Pharyngeal Muscles 28 1.7.5 Laryngeal Muscles 28 1.7.6 Hyoid Muscles 29 1.7.7 Lingual Muscles 29 1.7.8 Extraocular Muscles 29 1.8 Blood Vessels, Lymph Nodes, and Nerves of the Head 30 1.8.1 Blood Vessels (Arteries and Veins) 30 1.8.2 Lymph Nodes of the Head and Neck 33 1.8.3 Nerves of the Head 35 1.9 Salivary Glands 39 1.10 The Pharynx 40 1.10.1 Oropharynx 40 1.10.2 Nasopharynx 40 1.10.3 Laryngopharynx 40 1.11 Tongue 40 1.12 The Larynx and Hyoid Apparatus 42 1.12.1 Larynx 42 1.12.2 Hyoid Apparatus 43 1.13 The Eye 43 1.13.1 Superficial Features of the Eye 44 1.13.2 Layers of the Eye 46 1.13.3 Sectioning of the Eyeball 48 1.13.4 Drainage Pathway of the Aqueous Humor 48 1.14 Neck Skeleton 48 1.15 Neck Muscles, Nerves, and Vessels 50 1.15.1 Neck Muscles 50 1.15.2 Nerves of the Neck 54 1.15.3 Blood Vessels of the Neck 55 1.16 Nuchal Ligament 56 1.17 Surface Topography (Head and Neck) 57 1.18 Lab ID List for the Head and Neck 60 2 The Thorax 63 2.1 Introduction 64 2.2 Bones of the Thorax 64 2.3 Thoracic Inlet 65 2.4 Basal Border of the Lung and Area for Lung Auscultation 66 2.5 Diaphragmatic Line of Pleural Reflection 66 2.6 Muscles of the Thoracic Wall 68 2.7 Pleura 71 2.7.1 Parietal Pleura 71 2.7.2 Visceral Pleura 72 2.7.3 Connecting Pleura 72 2.7.4 Content of the Pleural Cavity 72 2.7.5 Lung Lobes 72 2.7.6 Mediastinum 74 2.8 Vessels (Arteries and Veins) 74 2.8.1 Blood Circulation: An Overview 75 2.9 Major Veins of the Thorax 76 2.9.1 Cranial Vena Cava 76 2.9.2 Caudal Vena Cava 76 2.9.3 Azygos Veins (Left and Right) 77 2.10 Major Arteries of the Thorax 77 2.10.1 Brachiocephalic Trunk 77 2.10.2 Costocervical Trunk 78 2.10.3 Vertebral Artery 78 2.10.4 Superficial Cervical Artery 78 2.10.5 Internal Thoracic Artery 78 2.11 Lymphatic Structures 78 2.11.1 Thymus 79 2.11.2 Thoracic Duct 79 2.11.3 Mediastinal and Tracheobronchial Lymph Nodes 79 2.12 Nerves (Motor Somatic, Sympathetic, and Parasympathetic) 80 2.12.1 Phrenic Nerve 81 2.12.2 Autonomic Nerves in the Thorax 81 2.12.3 Vagus Nerve 81 2.12.4 Sympathetic Trunk and Sympathetic Ganglia 82 2.13 Heart (Cor) 82 2.13.1 Pericardium 82 2.13.2 External Features of the Heart 82 2.13.3 Interior of the Heart 85 2.14 Point of Maximum Intensity or Puncta Maxima 88 2.15 Lab ID List for the Thorax 88 3 The Abdomen 91 3.1 Lumbar Vertebrae 92 3.1.1 Bovine Lumbar Vertebrae 92 3.1.2 Goat and Sheep Lumbar Vertebrae 92 3.2 Ligaments of Lumbar Vertebrae 93 3.2.1 Supraspinous Ligament 93 3.2.2 Interspinous Ligaments 94 3.2.3 Intertransverse Ligaments 94 3.2.4 Yellow Ligaments (Interarcuate or Ligament Flava) 94 3.2.5 Dorsal and Ventral Longitudinal Ligaments 94 3.2.6 Intervertebral Disc 94 3.3 Abdominal Wall 94 3.3.1 Paralumbar Fossa 94 3.3.2 Nerves of the Paralumbar Fossa (Flank Anesthesia) 95 3.3.3 Cutaneus Trunci and Omobrachialis Muscles 98 3.3.4 Tunica Flava Abdominis 98 3.3.5 External Abdominal Oblique Muscle 98 3.3.6 Internal Abdominal Oblique Muscle 101 3.3.7 Transversus Abdominis Muscle 102 3.3.8 Rectus Abdominis Muscle 102 3.3.9 Rectus Sheath 102 3.4 Abdominal Cavity 105 3.4.1 Dissection Plan 105 3.4.2 Peritoneum 105 3.4.3 Omentum 107 3.4.4 Ruminant Stomach 111 3.5 Intestines 123 3.5.1 Small Intestine 123 3.5.2 Large Intestine 126 3.6 Other Abdominal Organs 130 3.6.1 Liver 130 3.6.2 Spleen 130 3.6.3 Pancreas 130 3.6.4 Kidney 130 3.7 Vessels 134 3.7.1 Arteries 134 3.7.2 Veins 136 3.7.3 Lymphatics 136 3.8 Palpation of the Live Animal 136 3.9 Lab ID List for the Abdomen 137 4 The Pelvis and Reproductive Organs 139 4.1 Bones of the Pelvis 140 4.1.1 Os Coxae (Pelvic Bone) 140 4.2 Sacrosciatic Ligament (Broad Sacrotuberous Ligament) 141 4.3 Pelvic Peritoneal Pouches 142 4.4 Urinary Bladder, Ureters, and Ligaments of the Bladder 142 4.5 Male Genitalia 144 4.5.1 Penis 144 4.5.2 Male Urethra 150 4.5.3 Prepuce 153 4.5.4 Superficial Inguinal (Scrotal) Lymph Nodes 153 4.5.5 Blood Supply to the Pelvic Viscera and Male Genitalia 153 4.5.6 Testes 155 4.5.7 Male Accessory Sex Glands 158 4.6 Female Reproductive Tract 159 4.6.1 Ovaries 159 4.6.2 Uterine Tubes 161 4.6.3 Uterine Horns 162 4.6.4 Uterine Body 162 4.6.5 Uterine Cervix 164 4.6.6 Vagina 164 4.6.7 Female Pudendum 166 4.6.8 Blood Supply of the Female Genital Tract 167 4.6.9 Udder 169 4.7 Live Cow 172 4.8 Lab ID List for the Pelvis and Reproductive Structures 174 5 The Forelimb 177 5.1 Introduction 178 5.2 Bones of the Thoracic Limb 178 5.2.1 Scapula 178 5.2.2 Humerus 180 5.2.3 Radius and Ulna 181 5.2.4 Carpus (Proximal and Distal Rows) 181 5.2.5 Metacarpal Bones (Large Metacarpal or Cannon Bone) 183 5.2.6 Digits 184 5.3 Muscles and Tendons of the Thoracic Limb 185 5.3.1 Extrinsic Muscles of the Forelimb 186 5.3.2 Intrinsic Muscles of the Thoracic Limb 190 5.4 Retinacula 203 5.5 Carpal Canal 203 5.6 Ligaments of the Digits 203 5.6.1 Proximal Interdigital Ligament 204 5.6.2 Distal Interdigital Ligament 204 5.6.3 Annular Ligaments (Palmar, Proximal, and Distal Digital Annular Ligaments) 204 5.6.4 Digital Annular Ligaments (Proximal and Distal) 204 5.7 Hoof (Wall, Sole, Bulb, and White Line) 205 5.8 Arteries and Nerves of the Thoracic Limb 205 5.8.1 Nomenclature of Blood Vessels and Nerves in the Distal Limb 206 5.9 Veins of the Forelimb 207 5.10 Lymphatics of the Thoracic Limb 209 5.11 Nerves of the Thoracic Limb 209 5.11.1 Suprascapular Nerve 210 5.11.2 Subscapular Nerve 211 5.11.3 Axillary Nerve 211 5.11.4 Musculocutaneous Nerve 211 5.11.5 Radial Nerve 211 5.11.6 Median and Ulnar Nerves 212 5.12 Joints of the Forelimbs 212 5.12.1 Shoulder Joint 216 5.12.2 Elbow Joint 217 5.12.3 Carpal Joints 217 5.12.4 Digital Joints 217 6 The Hind Limb 219 6.1 Bones of the Hind Limb 220 6.1.1 Os Coxae (Hip Bone) 220 6.1.2 Femur (Thighbone) 220 6.1.3 Bones of the Leg (Crus) 223 6.1.4 Tarsal Bones 224 6.1.5 Fused Metatarsals III and IV (Large Metatarsal Bone) 225 6.1.6 Metatarsal Sesamoid Bone 225 6.2 Muscles of the Pelvic Limb 226 6.2.1 Muscles Acting on the Hip Joint 226 6.2.2 Muscles Acting on the Stifle Joint 233 6.2.3 Muscles Acting on the Hock and Digits 234 6.3 Blood Vessels and Nerves of the Hind Limbs 239 6.3.1 Overview of Arterial Blood Supply to the Whole Hind Limb 240 6.3.2 Veins of the Hind Limb 242 6.3.3 Lymphatic Structures of the Hind Limb 242 6.3.4 Nerves of the Hind Limb 244 6.4 Joints of the Hind Limb 250 6.4.1 Hip Joint 250 6.4.2 Stifle Joint 250 6.4.3 Hock (or Tarsus) Joint 251 6.5 Live Cow 251 6.6 Lab ID List for Forelimb and Hind Limb 251 Appendix A Dissection Instructions for a Goat Cadaver 255 A.1 Dissection Labs 255 A.2 Dissection of Goat Neck and Body Cavities (Labs, 1, 2, and 3) 255 A.2.1 Removal of the Thoracic Limb 255 A.2.2 Removal of the Pelvic (Hind) Limb 256 A.2.3 Skinning of the Neck and Flank on the Side Where the Limbs Are Removed 256 A.2.4 Opening the Thorax and Abdomen for Studying the Topography on the Left and Right Sides 257 A.2.5 Thorax 258 A.2.6 Abdomen (In Situ and on Extirpated Viscera) 259 A.2.7 Dissection of Male and Female Pelvis (Lab 4) 260 A.3 Head Dissection (Lab 5) 260 A.4 Forelimb Dissection (Labs 6 and 7) 260 A.5 Hind Limb Dissection (Labs 8 and 9) 261 Videos Captions 261 Appendix B Terminology: Common Terminology and Names 263 Appendix C Further Reading 267 Index 269

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Book SynopsisPork is one of the world’s most widely consumed meats, with the pig industry undergoing recent rapid expansion across Asia and Latin America. This textbook covers more than 100 of the most common pig diseases. With each presented as a case study, the book uses a question and answer format to enable students to recognise the key features of each disease, identify the problem and suggest a course of action. Fully illustrated throughout with colour photos, this is an invaluable learning tool for veterinary, animal science and agricultural students, as well as a useful resource for veterinarians.Table of Contentsa: Introduction b: Abbreviations Part 1: Management Problems on Pig Farms Part 2: Deaths of Pigs in the Nursery Area Part 3: Deaths of Finisher and Older Pigs Part 4: Nervous Signs in Pigs Part 5: Baby Piglet Problems Part 6: Diarrhoea in Pigs After Weaning Part 7: Sneezing and Nasal Discharges in Pigs Part 8: Coughing in Pigs Part 9: Lameness Problems in Pigs Part 10: Fertility Problems in Pigs Part 11: Skin and Muscle Problems in Pigs c: Index

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Book SynopsisThere are many ongoing debates within and about the subject of animal welfare. This book distils some of the major themes of current debate into one volume, edited by internationally known names in the field of animal welfare. Each chapter is written by one or more leading experts who discuss, in an even-handed way, a provocative topic that will be of interest to anyone concerned with animal welfare. Issues covered include tail docking, farm animal production, neutering of feral cats and the need to conserve habitats of native wild animals in the face of threats from non-native species. Chapters address the different values and priorities involved in dealing with these issues, including scientific and more explicit ethical approaches. Each chapter ends with questions for discussion that may help readers to engage with these dilemmas.Table of ContentsI: Preface 1: Introduction: values, dilemmas and solutions II: Dilemmas within animal welfare 2: Tales about tails: is the mutilation of animals justifiable in their best interests or ours? 3: Fat companions: understanding the welfare effects of obesity in cats and dogs 4: Welfare and quantity of life III: Animal welfare and social priorities 5: Improving farm animal welfare: is evolution or revolution needed in production systems? 6: Whom should we eat? Why veal can be better for welfare than chicken 7: Public health and animal welfare IV: Animal welfare and conservation 8: Balancing the need for conservation and the welfare of individual animals 9: Value conflicts in feral cat management: trap-neuter-return or trap-euthanize? V: Conceptual dilemmas 10: Alone or together: a risk assessment approach to group housing 11: What is suffering in animals?

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Book SynopsisCompletely updated and revised, Farm Animal Behaviour 2nd Edition continues to provide essential information on normal and stereotypic behaviours in a wide variety of farm animals to help in the assessment and diagnosis of their health and welfare. Comprehensive coverage of a range of farmed animals from: horses, cattle, sheep, goats and pigs through to domesticated poultry, deer, ostrich and many other species. Innate, learned and social behaviours are described together with activity, vision and hearing to build a picture of normal behaviours presented in a clear and consistent way for each species. Stereotypic behaviours, injuries and disease, resulting from improper management practices, are outlined in detail. For the second edition Professor Stefan Gunnarsson joins the author team and contributes his long-standing knowledge, clinical and scientific expertise. Many new snapshot photographs in full colour throughout have been added to further illustrate behaviours as they occur. New information on normal and stereotypic behaviours is included. The explosion in new research is captured with a wealth of new references and pointers for further reading. A consistent approach to each species allows for easy comparison. Farm Animal Behaviour 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive yet concise background for all students, postgraduates and practitioners in veterinary medicine, animal science, welfare and ethology.Table of ContentsPART I: DOMESTICATED MAMMALS 1: Horse (Equus caballus) 2: Swine (Sus scrofa) 3: Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) 4: Cattle (Bos taurus) 5: Sheep (Ovis aries) 6: Goat (Capra hircus) PART II: DOMESTICATED BIRDS 7: Domestic Fowl (Gallus gallus domesticus) 8: Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) 9: Goose (Anser anser f. domesticus, Anser cygnoides f. domesticus) 10: Domestic Duck (Anas platyrhynchos) and Muscovy Duck (Cairina moschata) PART III: NON-DOMESTICATED FARMED ANIMALS 11: Deer: Fallow Deer (Dama dama) and Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) 12: Ratite: Ostrich (Struthio camelus), Rhea or Nandu (Rhea americana) and Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae)

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Book SynopsisThis book is contemporary, topical and global in its approach, and provides an essential, comprehensive treatise on bovine tuberculosis and the bacterium that causes it, Mycobacterium bovis. Bovine tuberculosis remains a major cause of economic loss in cattle industries worldwide, exacerbated in some countries by the presence of a substantial wildlife reservoir. It is a major zoonosis, causing human infection through consumption of unpasteurised milk or by close contact with infected animals. Following a systematic approach, expert international authors cover epidemiology and the global situation; microbial virulence and pathogenesis; host responses to the pathogen; and diagnosis and control of the disease. Aimed at researchers and practising veterinarians, this book is essential for those needing comprehensive information on the pathogen and disease, and offers a summary of key information learned from human tuberculosis research. It will be useful to those studying the infection and for those responsible for controlling the disease.Table of Contents1: Bovine Tuberculosis: Worldwide Picture 2: Mycobacterium bovis as the Causal Agent of Human Tuberculosis: Public Health Implications 3: Economics of Bovine Tuberculosis: A One Health Issue 4: The Epidemiology of Mycobacterium bovis Infection in Cattle 5: Mycobacterium bovis Molecular Typing and Surveillance 6: Bovine Tuberculosis in Other Domestic Species 7: Role of Wildlife in the Epidemiology of Mycobacterium bovis 8: Molecular Virulence Mechanisms of Mycobacterium bovis 9: The Pathology and Pathogenesis of Mycobacterium bovis Infection 10: Innate Immune Response in Bovine Tuberculosis 11: Adaptive Immunity 12: Immunological Diagnosis 13: Biomarkers in the Diagnosis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex Infections 14: Vaccination of Domestic and Wild Animals Against Tuberculosis 15: Managing Bovine Tuberculosis: Successes and Issues 16: Perspectives on Global Bovine Tuberculosis Control

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Book SynopsisCompletely updated and revised, the new edition of Principles of Cattle Production continues to provide an introductory level text for all interested in dairy and beef cattle production systems. This edition presents a vision for a cattle industry that addresses issues about impacts on the environment, the welfare of cattle and the provision of safe and high quality food for an increasingly demanding world population. The new edition: - Is expanded to include more on animal welfare, sustainability and production systems in low and middle income countries, including smallholder production systems. - Has undergone a thorough review of all the existing chapters, with new content on the future role of cattle. - Contains quality colour illustrations, so that key information can be found at a glance. - Is beautifully written with many examples and pointers for further information. - Tackles key issues of sustainability and the requirement for increased production. - Now contains helpful exercises and other resources for students and their teachers to consider the role of cattle in the world today and in the future. Principles of Cattle Production 3rd Edition continues to provide a comprehensive yet concise overview for all undergraduate students of animal science, agriculture, veterinary medicine, animal welfare and industry personnel.Table of Contents1: The Development of the World’s Cattle Production Systems 2: Today’s Cattle Production Systems 3: Growth and Milk Production 4: Nutrient Requirements and Metabolic Diseases 5: Cattle Feeding 6: Grazing Management 7: Breeding and Reproduction 8: Housing and the Environment for Cattle 9: Disease and Herd Health Management 10: Cattle Welfare 11: Cattle Production and the Environment 12: The Future Role and Practice of Cattle Farming

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Book SynopsisThis book is a down to earth, practical guide which provides ten simple steps for success for anyone responsible for recruiting a winning veterinary practice team: whether they are recruiting employees and building their team, or changing culture and creating a supportive environment where employees are engaged and motivated. It is ideal for small business owners who can't afford to employ any human resource support. Intensely practical, it delivers key facts for veterinary staff starting out in business. The book: · Details how you can attract, recruit and retain the right people for a winning team · Guides you on creating a well organised, supportive practice in which employees can flourish · Provides you with a basic introduction to building a strategy and improving your marketing campaigns · Covers the basics of sound financial planning and how to win clients and increase your revenues · Looks at how to manage common pitfalls With a wealth of practical templates and forms to use, this book adopts a straight-talking approach which will be welcomed by anyone starting their own veterinary practice.Table of Contents1: Step 1: WHY? 2: Step 2: Your First Time? 3: Step 3: Vision, Mission, Values and Culture 4: Step 4: How to Define What and Who You Need 5: Step 5: Recruitment and Induction 6: Step 6: Performance Management and Employee Engagement 7: Step 7: Employee Health and Wellbeing 8: Step 8: How to Build a Loyal Client Database and Marketing Your Practice 9: Step 9: Financial Management 10: Step 10: Three Key Strategies to Increase Your Revenue by 25%

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Book SynopsisThis book is a practical manual for goat production systems covering: breeding and selection, feeding based on available crops and resources, and targeted preventative health care for increased productivity and income. It outlines best practice and strategies for setting up a farm, overcoming challenges, increasing milk and meat quality, obtaining sustainability, reducing environmental pollution, optimising climatic conditions and tapping into local know-how. In addition, the book details developing region-specific data for effective decision making and better management, as well as how to run a developmental project to empower stake holders for higher production, support innovation, and analyse the supply chain for better product quality and marketing.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Goat Production Challenges to Food Security Chapter 2: Prospects and Strategies of Genetic Resources Chapter-3: Reproduction Management Chapter 4: Nutritional Management Chapter 5: Health Management Chapter 6: Management of Herd Chapter 7: Production System Characterization and Development Chapter 8: Goat Product Supply Chain

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Book SynopsisContemporary, thought-provoking yet utterly practical, this book provides an introductory text covering the use and misuse of behaviour tests applied to animals. By including illustrative examples from a variety of species, the book inspires the animal scientist to think about what a given behavioural test can be used for and how the results can be interpreted. This text includes: the dos and don'ts of running behaviour tests and interpreting the results; many clear, simple illustrations which make the information readily accessible, down to earth, practical advice yet a thorough, evidence-based approach; information on behaviour tests for a whole range of species from companion, farm, zoo, laboratory and wild animals; succinct yet comprehensive text, designed to be read cover to cover and stimulate further reading. This book is an essential item in the researcher's toolkit when embarking on and devising any animal behaviour test and is valuable to students, established researchers, teachers and practitioners of applied ethology, animal welfare science, and veterinary science.Table of ContentsPart I: Setting the Scene 1: Five Things This Book is Not 2: Non-Test Observations 3: How to Choose a Test Part II: Types of Tests 4: Tests to Characterize the Animal 5: Choice, Preference and Motivation 6: Ability to Detect and Distinguish 7: Effects of Age and Treatment 8: Reinforcement and Punishment 9: Learning Capacity, Memory and Cognitive Ability 10: Genetic Components of Behaviour Part III: Additional Aspects 11: Other Test Considerations 12: Legislation, Guidelines and Ethical Considerations 13: Future Methodologies and Technological Advances

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Book SynopsisGenetic Improvement of Farmed Animals provides a thorough grounding in the basic sciences underpinning farmed animal breeding. Relating science to practical application, it covers all the major farmed animal species: cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, pigs and aquaculture species. The book: - Provides comprehensive coverage - from fundamental genetics, analysis of variation, prediction of breeding values and response to selection, through to application of modern genomics and biotechnology. - Illustrates the practical application of theory in temperate and tropical systems. - Outlines current practice and explores future directions, including sustainability and ethical implications, to leave readers completely up to date. Based on the previous bestseller, Genetic Improvement of Cattle and Sheep, this book has been completely revised, expanded and redesigned to be an essential textbook for undergraduate, masters and other early postgraduate-level students in agriculture, animal and veterinary science, as well as breeders, farmers, industry technical staff, advisors and extension workers.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The origins and roles of today's livestock breeds Chapter 2: Genes, genetic codes and genetic variation Chapter 3: Strategies for genetic improvement Chapter 4: What affects response to selection within breeds? Chapter 5: Tools and technologies in animal breeding Chapter 6: Analysing genetic variation in farm animals Chapter 7: Predicting breeding values Chapter 8: Dairy cattle breeding Chapter 9: Beef cattle breeding Chapter 10: Sheep and goat breeding Chapter 11: Poultry breeding Chapter 12: Pig breeding Chapter 13: Aquaculture breeding Chapter 14: Future directions

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Book SynopsisProviding the first evidenced-based global estimates of the many scientific, economic, policy, and capacity development impacts of livestock research in and for developing countries. This volume is an indispensable guide and reference for veterinarians, animal and forage scientists, and anyone working for the equitable and sustainable development of the world's poorer agricultural economies. Livestock is one the fastest growing agricultural sectors, with most growth occurring in developing countries. For more than four and a half decades one global centre has been mandated to conduct research on leveraging the benefits and mitigating the costs of livestock production in poor countries. This book focuses on the achievements and impacts of the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and its predecessors, the International Livestock Centre for Africa (ILCA) and the International Laboratory for Research on Animal Diseases (ILRAD). The scientific and economic impacts of tropical livestock research detailed in this work reveal valuable lessons for reducing world hunger, poverty and environmental degradation. Describing the impacts of smallholder livestock systems on the global environment, the book also covers animal genetics, production, health and disease control, and livestock-related land management, public policy, and economics, all with useful pointers for future livestock-for-development research.Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Evolution of IARC Livestock Research, 1975–2018 Part I: Animal Genetics, Production and Health Preface to Part I: Research Spending and Publications on Animal Genetics, Production, and Health 1: Livestock Genetics and Breeding 2: Control of Pathogenesis in Animal African Trypanosomiasis: A Search for Answers at ILRAD, ILCA and ILRI 1975-2018 3: Tsetse and Trypanosomiasis Control in West Africa, Uganda, and Ethiopia: ILRI’s Role in the Field 4: Impact Assessment of Immunology and Immunoparasitology at ILRAD and ILRI 5: Veterinary Epidemiology at ILRAD and ILRI 1987–2018 6: The Management and Economics of East Coast Fever 7: Transboundary Animal Diseases 8: Zoonoses 9: Food Safety and Nutrition 10: Ticks and Their Control Part II: Primary Production Preface to Part II: Research Spending and Publications on Primary Production 11: Rangeland Ecology 12: Forage Diversity, Conservation and Use 13: The Impact of CGIAR Centre Research on Use of Planted Forages by Tropical Smallholders 14: Multidimensional Crop Improvement by ILRI and Partners: Drivers, Approaches, Achievements and Impact Part III: Tropical Livestock Systems Preface to Part III: Research Spending and Publications on Tropical Livestock Systems 15: African Livestock Systems Research, 1975-2018 16: Ruminant Livestock and Climate Change in the Tropics 17: Economics and Policy Research at ILRI, 1975–2018 18: The Impact of ILRI Research on Gender Conclusion: The Future of Research at ILRI

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Book SynopsisParatuberculosis, also referred to as Johne's disease, affects principally cattle, goats, sheep, buffalo, deer and other ruminants. It is common worldwide and responsible for significant economic losses in the ruminant livestock industries. A timely follow up to the first book on Paratuberculosis, this new edition is still the only comprehensive text providing both historical context and the latest developments in the field. Examining the epidemiology of paratuberculosis, the organism that causes the disease, and practical aspects of its diagnosis and control, it also addresses the link between paratuberculosis in the food chain and human health implications, including Crohn's disease. This new edition: · Builds on a strong foundation to update, streamline and better structure existing chapters with important new developments from the last decade, such as whole genome sequencing and phage-based assays; · Includes new chapters on the fast-growing field of whole genome based comparative genomics, and the increasing opportunities for disease control in low- and middle-income countries; · Increases inclusivity by bringing on board new rising star authors from diverse backgrounds to provide international perspectives. A truly comprehensive, critical reference resource, this book is an essential reference for large animal veterinarians, livestock industry personnel and those involved in the dairy and meat industries, as well as microbiologists, researchers and students in these fields.Table of Contents1: Epidemiology, Global Prevalence and Economics of Infection 2: Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis in Animal-derived Foods and the Environment 3: Paratuberculosis and Crohn’s Disease 4: Genetics of Host Susceptibility to Paratuberculosis 5: Mycobacterium avium Complex 6: Comparative Genomics and Genomic Epidemiology of Mycobacterium avium subsp. Paratuberculosis Strains 7: Molecular Genetics of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis 8: Proteome and Antigens of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis 9: Host–Pathogen Interactions and Intracellular Survival of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis 10: Drug Susceptibility Testing & Antimicrobial Resistance in Mycobacterium avium subsp. Paratuberculosis 11: Paratuberculosis in Cattle 12: Paratuberculosis in Sheep 13: Paratuberculosis in Goats 14: Paratuberculosis in Deer, Camelids and Other Ruminants 15: Infection of Non-ruminant Wildlife by Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis 16: Experimental Animal Models of Paratuberculosis 17: Immunology of Paratuberculosis Infection and Disease 18: Cultivation of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis 19: Diagnosis of Paratuberculosis by PCR 20: Immune-based Diagnosis of Paratuberculosis 21: Paratuberculosis Control Measures 22: Paratuberculosis Vaccines and Vaccination 23: Development of New Paratuberculosis Vaccines

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Book SynopsisBridging the gap between the science of animal welfare and the animals and their owners, this book gives essential advice to practitioners worldwide on how to improve the welfare of all animals. Down to earth and intensely practical, the book describes the fundamentals of changing human behaviour to benefit animal welfare and how this can be applied in real life situations. This book contains: · voices from international experts and those working on the ground, on challenges presented and overcome; · advice on making change happen in practice, by influencing animal owners, users or communities, and the systems they are part of; · the work and life experience of animal welfare practitioners, as a profession; · essential information on how to translate the science of animal welfare and human behaviour change into real life for maximum impact; · resources to use from low-, middle- and high-income countries, e.g. case studies, influencing skills, best practice, hints and tips. This is an important text for animal welfare advisors, researchers, welfare auditors and veterinarians, and key reading for all those concerned with animal welfare in non-governmental organisations, in governments, in industry and at universities.Table of ContentsSection I: Enhancing animal welfare – a profession with human engagement at its centre 1: The Need for Recognition of Practical Animal Welfare as a Profession 2: Animal Welfare: The Human Element 3: From Stakeholder Education to Engagement, Using Strategies from Social Science 4: It Takes a Village: Community Engagement for Sustainable Animal Welfare 5: Educating the Animal Welfare Practitioners of the Future Section II: Enhancing animal welfare in practice worldwide 6: Moving an Industry: Protecting Farm Animals with Science-based Advocacy 7: Applying the Science of Animal Welfare to Build More Responsible Food Supply Chains: Reflections from a Corporate Sustainability Professional 8: Farm Animal Welfare in the Nigerian context 9: Protecting Animals in India: A Government Perspective through History to the Present Day 10: The Animals Powering the World: Promoting Working Animal Welfare in Resource-poor Contexts 11: Strengthening Existing Healthcare Systems for Sustainable Animal Welfare

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Book SynopsisSwine can be infected with many different mycoplasmas. Some are important pathogens, causing significant health and welfare issues in pigs and major losses to the swine industry worldwide. Other mycoplasmas are not pathogenic for swine and can be considered commensals. This book provides up-to-date scientific, clinical and practical information of the most important pathogenic mycoplasmas in swine. Most emphasis has been placed on Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae as the most economically important, but other pathogenic species like Mycoplasma hyorhinis, Mycoplasma hyosynoviae and Mycoplasma suis are also discussed. Written by internationally renowned scientists and clinicians from all over the world, this book draws together in depth knowledge, expertise and experience in swine mycoplasmas to provide an evidence-based, academically rigorous and practical collection. It aims to serve the scientific and veterinary community and the swine industry worldwide.Table of Contents1: Overview of the general characteristics and classification of porcine Mycoplasma species 2: Diversity of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae strains 3: Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae pathogenicity: the known and the unknown 4: Epidemiology of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infections 5: Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae clinical signs and gross lung lesions, including monitoring 6: Immune responses against porcine Mycoplasma infections 7: Interactions of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae with other pathogens and economic impact 8: Diagnosis of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infection and associated diseases 9: General control measures against Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infections 10: Antimicrobial treatment of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae infections 11: Vaccines and vaccination against Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae 12: Eradication of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae from pig herds 13: Mycoplasma hyorhinis and Mycoplasma hyosynoviae in pig herds 14: Mycoplasma suis infections in pigs

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Book SynopsisThis book explains the role of hormones in improving and monitoring the production, performance, reproduction, behaviour and health of livestock animals, focusing on cattle, pigs, sheep, horses, poultry and fish. Beginning with the principles of endocrinology and the methods to study endocrine systems, it then covers the different endocrine systems that affect different aspects of animal production and describes how these systems can be manipulated or monitored to advantage. The mechanism of action is covered, and common mechanisms and themes highlighted in order to understand potential methods for altering these systems, and stimulate ideas for the development of new methods.A refreshed, updated resource that highlights new areas of endocrinology with applications in commercial animals, additions to this new edition include:- information on G protein receptors, function of CREB, methods for identification of DNA regulatory sequences and DNA binding proteins, circadian rhythm and the biological clock;- expanded coverage of in vitro models to include 3D cell culture and organ-on-a-chip;- new knowledge on gene editing, antibody production, hormone delivery methods and DNA cloning and sequencing methods;- the role of the gut microbiome, as well as effects of antibiotics and antimicrobials;- skin as an endocrine organ and related information on wool production and endocrine defleecing;- updated information on protocols for assessing endocrine disruptor chemicals.An invaluable text for students of animal science and veterinary medicine, this book also provides a useful resource for those in academia and industry interested in applications of endocrinology in animal production systems.

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Book SynopsisThe farm ruminant industry which is at the core of livestock agriculture in Europe and the rest of the world, suffers major economic loss every year due to reproductive dysgenesis. Protozoal diseases cause abortion in ruminants and therefore its diagnosis is vital in improving the health and welfare of farm livestock. This book is a collective effort from international scientists involved in an EU COST Action. Carefully selected methodologies, presented in a simple and practical form, means laboratories can carry their research out with precision..Table of ContentsPart I: Foundations on reproduction and fertility problems in cattle and sheep Part II: Sample collection Part II: Aetiological diagnosis Part IV: Differential diagnosis of protozoal abortifacients in farm ruminants Part V: Control Measures

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Book SynopsisLong-distance transport can cause both physical and mental problems in animals and promoting animal welfare will be beneficial to both the animals and the agricultural and processing industries. In conjunction with the World Society for the Protection of Animals, this volume brings together studies from well-known animal scientists and researchers to reviews the implications and necessity of long-distance animal transport for slaughter. Authoritative reports on regional practices are combines with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice.Table of Contents1: Foreword by Temple Grandin, Colorado State University, USA 2: Science of Animal Welfare, M C Appleby, World Society for the Protection of Animals, UK 3: Economic Aspects, AgraCEAS Consulting LDT, University of London, UK 4: Physiology of Disease, X Manteca, Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona, Spain 5: Meat Quality, G A Maria, University of Zaragoza, Spain 6: Enforcement of Transportation Regulations: The EU as Case Study, V A Cussen, World Society for the Protection of Animals, UK 7: The Welfare of Livestock During Sea Transport, C Phillips, University of Queensland, Australia 8: The Welfare of Livestock During Road Transport, D Broom (and colleagues), Cambridge University Animal Welfare Information Centre, UK 9: Africa, K Menzer, The Cadmus Group, USA 10: North America, M Enderbretson, Animal Protection Institute, USA 11: South America, C Gallo and T A Tadich, Universidad Austral de Chile, Chile 12: Asia, L Collins and P Brooke, Compassion in World Farming, UK 13: Australia and New Zealand, M Fischer, Kotare Bioethics, New Zealand; B Jones, RSPCA Australia 14: Europe, S Corson, Positive Pet Behaviour, UK; L Anderson, ANNEX Consultancy, UK 15: Middle East, A Rahman, Commonwealth Veterinary Association, India 16: Appendix, Excerpt from OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code

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Book SynopsisMastitis in dairy herds is a worldwide problem, with significant implications for milk yields and quality, economic losses, and animal health and welfare. Effective control makes a considerable difference to the farmer and the animal, and this new edition includes updated information throughout as well as new chapters covering organic dairy herds, dry period infections, robotic milking, residue avoidance, and best practice procedures. The authors, both fellows of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and recognised experts in the field, provide basic principles relevant to farmers, vets and veterinary students in a clear and practical way, covering anatomy, epidemiology, milking machines, disinfection, somatic cell counts, and diseases of the udders and teats in order to provide a thorough understanding of the causes of mastitis and measures of control and prevention. It is an indispensable resource for large animal vets, dairy industry personnel, farm managers, dairy herdsmen, and researchers and students in animal sciences and related disciplines.Table of Contents1: Introduction 2: Structure of Teats and Udder and Mechanisms Of Milk Synthesis 3: Teat and Udder Defences against Mastitis 4: The Mastitis Organisms 5: Milking Machines and Mastitis 6: The Milking Routine And Its Effect On Mastitis 7: Teat Disinfection 8: The Environment and Mastitis 9: Somatic Cell Count 10: Bactoscan and Total Bacterial Count (TBC) 11: Targets and Monitoring 12: Treatment and Dry Cow Therapy 13: Summer Mastitis 14: Disorders of the Udder And Teats 15: Residue Avoidance in Milk 16: Best Practice Guides

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Book SynopsisMineral nutrition of livestock is an area of significant importance due to its contribution to farm animal economics and health. With a focus on macromineral utilization in farm animals, this book brings together quantitative aspects of phosphorus and calcium metabolism in farm animals in chapters written by leading researchers worldwide. It covers isotope dilution technique, phosphorus and calcium utilization in ruminants (sheep, goats and cattle) and non-ruminants (swine, horses) and recommended value of phosphorus and calcium inclusion in feed. It is an essential resource for researchers and students in animal sciences and nutrition.Table of Contents1: Introduction - D.M.S.S. Vitti and E. Kebreab 2: Isotope Dilution Technique - D.M.S.S. Vitti and J. C. da Silva Filho 3: Kinetic Models for the Study of Phosphorus Metabolism in Ruminants and Monogastrics - J. France, R.S. Dias, D.M.S.S. Vitti and E. Kebreab 4: Phosphorus and Calcium Utilization in Ruminants Using Isotope Dilution Technique - D.M.S.S. Vitti, J.C. da Silva Filho, H. Louvandini, R.S. Dias, I.C.S. Bueno and E. Kebreab 5: Phosphorus and Calcium Utilization in Non-Ruminants Using Isotope Dilution Technique - J.B. Lopes, C.E. Furtado, J.A. Moreira, J.C. da Silva Filho, R.A. Brandi, E. Kebreab and D. M. S. S. Vitti 6: Bioavailability of Calcium and Phosphorus in Feedstuffs for Farm Animals - E. Kiarie and C.M. Nyachoti 7: Phosphorus and Calcium Nutrition and Metabolism - T.L. Veum 8: Phosphorus and Calcium Requirements of Ruminants - K.F. Knowlton, D. Beede and E. Kebreab 9: Dynamics of Calcium and Phosphorus Metabolism in Laying Hens - S. de Vries, R.P. Kwakkel and J. Dijkstra 10: Efficiency of Phosphorus and Calcium Utilization in Dairy Cattle and Implications to the Environment - A. Bannink, L. ?ebek and J. Dijkstra

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Book SynopsisGood animal husbandry practices and animal health are vital for people living in poorer countries. This practical learning manual is a realistic guide for those who are responsible for training farmers in poor countries, taking into account traditional farming systems, existing inputs and resources, sustainable farming initiatives and advising on the right approaches to training. The overall aims are to improve the condition and health of livestock in poor countries and the lives of the people in these countries.Trade Review"As a learning guide, this book is well-researched and comprehensive and has used the effective formatting of commencing each chapter with an itemized list of learning goals while the texts are organized in short paragraphs that are strategically interspersed with boxes, sketches, figures and graphs, presented in contrasting but subtle colour coding. All these enhance its appeal and accessibility and make it an indispensable tool for livestock development programming at all levels."--Ajuruchukwu Obi, University of Fort Hare, Alice, South AfricaTable of ContentsI: Introduction 1: Trends in the Livestock Sector 2: Livestock Development Approaches 3: Methodologies, Organisations and Networks in Endogenous Livestock Development 4: Differentiating Four Livestock Production Systems 5: Livestock Keeping Systems and Poverty 6: Characteristics of Smallholder Low-Input & Diversified Livestock Keeping 7: Characteristics of Smallholder More Specialized Livestock Keeping 8: Changing from Smallholder Low-Input & Diversified to More Specialized Livestock Keeping 9: Recommendations for Optimising Smallholder Low-Input & Diversified Livestock Keeping 10: Recommendations for Optimising Smallholder More Specialized Livestock Keeping 11: Finding Pathways to Markets 12: Challenges and Best Practices in Livestock Development Support

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

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