Veterinary medicine Books

Book SynopsisCattle are one of our major domesticated animals, a higher mammal with complex mental and physical needs. The benefit of a knowledge of cattle behaviour means veterinarians and stockpeople can recognise abnormal behaviour signs for disease diagnosis and indication of an inadequate environment.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction to Cattle Welfare. 2. The Welfare of Dairy Cows. 3. The Welfare of Beef Cattle and Draft Oxen. 4. The Welfare of Calves. 5. The Welfare of Cattle During Transport, Marketing and Slaughter. 6. Environmental Perception and Cognition. 7. Acquisition of Behaviour and the Use of Selective Breeding to Improve Welfare. 8. Play Behaviour. 9. Social Behaviour. 10. Nutritional Behaviour. 11. Reproductive Behaviour. 12. Locomotion and Movement. 13. Resting Behaviour. 14. Behavioural Adaptation to Inadequate Environments. 15. The Relationship Between Cattle and Man. References. Index

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Book SynopsisThe diversity of species in which drugs are used for clinical purposes and the emphasis on various classes of drugs make veterinary pharmacology a complex subject. Anatomical and physiological features influence the pharmacokinetic behaviour of a drug in a particular animal and the dosage required.Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; Terms and Abbreviations; Author's Note; The pharmacokinetics basis of species variation in drug disposition; Interpretation of changes in drug disposition and interspecies scaling; The concept of bioavailability and applications to veterinary dosage forms; Some aspects of dosage, clinical selectivity and stereoisomerism; Antimicrobial selection, administration and dosage; The bioavailability and disposition of antimicrobial agents in neonatal animals; Appendices; Index

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Book SynopsisThe third revised edition of this comprehensive book continues to provide an essential source of information on practice management. It gives straightforward guidance to veterinary surgeons setting up in practice for the first time as well as being invaluable to established practitioners and staff keen to improve the efficiency of their business. Those preparing for the Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management will find it particularly helpful. Written by recognised experts in their field, Veterinary Practice Management now includes new chapters on veterinary nurse clinics, pharmacy management, management accounts and staff appraisals. There is also new material providing information and advice on partnership contracts, business marketing and health and safety.Trade Review"This is a book which the VBJ heartily recommends to readers". Veterinary Business Journal "This textbook holds several features which make it a very valuable reference for the practitioner, particularly those established in the UK. It covers the entire scope of Practice Management in a concise, easy to read and yet comprehensive way. The book should be a tremendous help to any practitioner starting in practice, particularly those working with companion animals." European Journal of Companion Animal Practice, 2003Table of ContentsAuthor Biographies viii 1 Starting up in Practice 1John Gripper 2 General Tips 7John Bower 3 The Practice Premises 11John Bower 4 The Pet Care Centre 17John Bower 5 Client Meetings 19John Bower 6 Involvement in the Local Community 23John Bower 7 The Receptionist and the Nurse 26John Bower 8 Veterinary Nurse Clinics 35John Bower 9 The Veterinary Surgeon 39John Bower 10 Staff Motivation 45John Bower 11 Staff Training 49John Bower 12 Staff Appraisal 52John Bower 13 Interview Techniques 57John Bower 14 Partner’s Responsibilities 60Dixon Gunn 15 Retirement 66John Gripper 16 The Practice Manager 73John Bower 17 The Practice Manual 79John Bower 18 Business Marketing 87Peter Gripper 19 Record Keeping 97Dixon Gunn 20 Stock Control 102Dixon Gunn 21 Computers in Practice 107Peter Gripper 22 The Business Plan 116John Gripper 23 Understanding Practice Accounts 121John Gripper 24 Budget Forecasts and Performance Monitoring 134John Gripper 25 Capital Budgeting 138John Gripper 26 The Ins and Outs of Cash Flow 143Dixon Gunn 27 Management Accounts 151Dixon Gunn 28 Construction of a Fee 158Dixon Gunn 29 Securing Income 162Dixon Gunn 30 Buying a Property 166John Gripper 31 A Tax on Income 173Dixon Gunn 32 Value Added Tax 177John Gripper 33 PAYE and National Insurance 182John Gripper 34 Insurance and Pensions 186John Gripper 35 Pharmacy 194Peter Gripper 36 Health and Safety and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) 201Peter Gripper 37 Employment Law 208John Gripper 38 Limited Companies 216John Gripper 39 Buying and Selling a Partnership 219Dixon Gunn 40 Payment by the Incoming Partner 226Dixon Gunn 41 Valuation of Goodwill 231John Gripper 42 Partnership Contracts 237John Gripper Index 249

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Book Synopsis* Coverage ranges from the genetic and neurobiological control of behavior to the learning, development, and function of behavior in an evolutionary context. * Includes examples from both marine and terrestrial environments around the world. * Social behavior is covered throughout the text.Trade Review"A highly readable, well-designed, concise account of animal behaviour." Tim Birkhead, Sheffield University, UK "Scott presents a fascinating subject in an arresting manner, condensing his material but not sacrificing detail." Times Higher Education Supplement, December 2005Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction. 2. Controlling Behavior: The Role Of The Nervous System. 3. The Motivation And Organization Of Behavior. 4. The Development Of Behavior. 5. Communication. 6. Foraging Behavior: Finding, Choosing, And Processing Food. 7. Avoiding Predation: Staying Alive Against The Odds. 8. Reproductive Behavior: Passing On Your Genes

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Book Synopsis* Long awaited new edition of this classic behavior book * Revisions reflect major advances in the field of clinical animal behavior * Provides advice applicable to any small animal practice * Written at a level that appeals to students, practitioners and specialists alike.Table of ContentsPreface. Chapter 1: Introduction. Section I: Basis for Techniques of Behavior Therapy. Chapter 2: Medical Interview and Case History Assessment. Chapter 3: Principles of Behavior Modification. Chapter 4: Hormones and Behavior; Gonadectomy. Chapter 5: General Approaches to Behavioral Pharmacology. Chapter 6: Prescribing Psychotropic Drugs. Chapter 7: The Behavior of Sick Dogs and Cats. Section II: Behavior and Behavior Problems of Dogs. Chapter 8: Aggression Toward People. Chapter 9: Aggression Toward Other Dogs. Chapter 10: Anxieties and Fears. Chapter 11: Barking: Normal and Excessive. Chapter 12: Excessive Activity and Destructiveness. Chapter 13: Escaping and Roaming. Chapter 14: Urination and Defecation Problems. Chapter 15: Attention-Seeking Behavior. Chater 16: Problems with Feeding Behavior. Chapter 17: Problems with Sexual and Maternal Behavior of Dogs. Chapter 18: Repetitive, Compulsive, and Sterotypic Behaviors. Chapter 19: Behavioral Aspects of Aging Dogs. Chapter 20: Selecting and Raising Puppies. Section III: Behavior and Behavior Problems of Cats. Chapter 21: Feline House Soiling: Urine Marking, Inappropriate Urination, and Inappropriate Defecation. Chapter 22: Aggression Toward People and Other Cats. Chapter 23: Inappropriate Feline Scratching. Chapter 24: Problems with Feeding and Predatory Behavior. Chapter 25: Problems with Sexual and Maternal Behavior of Cats. Chapter 26: Repetitive, Compulsive, and Sterotypic Behaviors. Chapter 27: Selecting and Raising Kittens. Section IV: Human-Companion Animal Interactions. Chapter 28: Role of the Dog and Cat in Families. Chapter 29: Dealing with Loss of the Companion Animal. Index

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Book SynopsisProvides a review in concise, outline format for veterinary students preparing for National Boards. This book includes exam-style review questions.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Part I Clinical Problems 1. Halitosis 3 2. Dysphagia and Regurgitation 5 3. Vomiting 9 4. Diarrhea 15 5. Melena and Hematochezia 23 6. Tenesmus and Dyschezia 27 7. Constipation and Obstipation 29 8. Acute Abdominal Distress 33 9. Jaundice 35 10. Abdominal Distention and Ascites 39 11. Weight Loss 45 12. Weight Gain 49 13. Anorexia 51 14. Polyuria and Polydipsia 53 15. Polyphagia 57 16. Fever and Hyperthermia 59 17. Peripheral Edema 65 18. Weakness 69 19. Syncope 71 20. Trembling and Shivering 73 21. Ataxia, Paresis, and Paralysis 75 22. Altered Consciousness 81 23. Blindness and Anisocoria 85 24. Seizures 89 25. Head Tilt 93 26. Pain 95 27. Coughing 99 28. Dyspnea and Tachypnea 101 29. Hemoptysis and Epistaxis 103 30. Cyanosis 105 31. Pallor and Shock 107 32. Dysuria 109 33. Discolored Urine 111 34. Urinary Retention 113 35. Pruritus 117 36. Alopecia 121 37. Dermatologic Manifestations of Systemic Disease 123 38. Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease 131 Part II Diseases of Organ Systems 39. Cardiovascular Diseases 137 40. Respiratory Diseases 207 41. Gastrointestinal Diseases 243 42. Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreatic Diseases 297 43. Urinary Tract Diseases and Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders 323 44. Endocrine Diseases 383 45. Reproductive Diseases 417 46. Joint Diseases 439 47. Neuromuscular Diseases 451 48. Hematologic and Immunologic Diseases 505 49. Infectious Diseases 543 50. Oncologic Diseases 567 Part III Comprehensive Exam Appendix 609 Index 613

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Book SynopsisA system for learning and review. Basic and clinical veterinary sciences are outlined in a format that enables to master large amounts of information in a limited amount of time. This book in the "National Veterinary Medical Series" helps prepare for the National Boards and the Clinical Competency Test and is a resource for problem-based learning.Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. Acknowledgments. 1. Diseases of the Oral Cavity and Esophagus. 2. Diseases of the Equine Gastrointestinal Tract. 3. Diseases of the Bovine Gastrointestinal Tract. 4. Diseases of the Porcine, Ovine, and Caprine Gastrointestinal Tract. 5. Diseases of the Liver. 6. Diseases of the Upper Respiratory Tract. 7. Diseases of the Lower Respiratory Tract and Thorax. 8. Cardiovascular Diseases. 9. Metabolic Disorders. 10. Endocrine Disorders. 11. Neurologic Disorders. 12. Ophthalmologic Disorders. 13. Musculoskeletal Disorders. 14. Hematopoietic and Hemolymphatic Disorders. 15. Diseases of the Urinary Tract and Kidney. 16. Dermatologic Diseases. 17. Mastitis. 18. Neonatal Conditions, with Special Emphasis on the Equine Neoate. Comprehensive Exam. Index.

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Book SynopsisA book like no other in the field of veterinary medicine with pertinent information every student and practitioner will find beneficial. Veterinaries have access to a great variety of texts, journals, and continuing education opportunities to keep them on top of the tremendous technological advances in clinical care and preventive medicine. Outside of the technical realm, however, there are many global trends, which exert profound effects on how the veterinary profession serves society and how veterinary professionals define their role in a rapidly changing world. This new and unrivaled book delves into these influences in impressive detail, identifying new challenges and opportunities for the veterinary profession in a global context. Unique topics covered include: The important global trends with implications for veterinary medicine. Different culTable of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. 1. The Global Society and Veterinary Medicine. 2. Animal Domestication and Human Society. 3. Cultural Attitudes Concerning the Use of Animals. 4. Animal Agriculture and Food Production Worldwide. 5. Animals, Food Security, and Socioeconomic Development. 6. Animals and the Environment. 7. Preservation of Biodiversity, Wildlife, and Conservation Medicine. 8. Delivery of Animal Health Care Services Worldwide. 9. International Trade, Food Safety, and Animal Disease Control. 10. Career Opportunities in International Veterinary Medicine. Appendix: Contact Information for Agencies and Organizations: Relevant to International Veterinary Medicine. Index.

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Book SynopsisPresentation of 12 case studies that allow the reader to apply medical knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. By the author of the companion text.

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Book SynopsisDesigned for the practitioner in the field or the clinic, this quick reference manual provides medical and surgical guidance in a practical, concise manner.Table of ContentsPreface. CHAPTER 1 Dental Anatomy (Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 2 Dental Equipment (Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 3 The Dental Examination (Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 4 Basic Dental Techniques (Kristin A. Wilewski, Scott Greene, Tony Basile, Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 5 Newborn, Weanling, and Adolescent Horse Dentistry (Patricia Pence and Kristin A. Wilewski). CHAPTER 6 The Mature Horse (Patricia Pence and Kristin A. Wilewski). CHAPTER 7 The Geriatric Horse (Patricia Pence and Kristin A. Wilewski). CHAPTER 8 Miniature Horse Dentistry (Patricia Pence and Carl Mitz). CHAPTER 9 Basics of Diagnostic Imaging (Patricia Pence and Tony Bade). CHAPTER 10 Dental Infections: Pathology and Treatment (Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 11 Extractions (Patricia Pence). CHAPTER 12 Marketing the Equine Dental Practice (Patricia Pence). Color Plates. APPENDIXES. A. Equine Dental Equipment and Instrument Suppliers. B: Spare Parts Commonly Needed in Dremel Instruments. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisBlackwell''s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Equine Theriogenology provides quick access to essential information on common techniques and conditions in equine reproductive practice. Part of the popular Blackwell''s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult series, this resource builds on the reproduction section of Blackwell''s Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Equine to present expanded theriogenology coverage with clinical photographs. With information ranging from artificial insemination and fetal sexing to parentage testing and vaccination programs, the book offers 158 similarly formatted chapters to help practitioners efficiently manage reproductive health in the mare and stallion and confidently treat fetal and neonatal patients.Trade Review"The alphabetical listing is very useful for quick referencing and avoids the need to use the overcomplicated index. . . As fairy godmothers go she is certainly worth getting to know, and after she grants my first wish and gets a sensible hardback overcoat, she will be a welcome passenger in my car." (Veterinary Record, 18 June 2011) "The information is primarily for practicing veterinarians, but students, owners, and researchers might find it useful as well." (Booknews, 1 June 2011) "The whole format is excellent with photographs and drawings which really help the reader. The depth of coverage is very extensive, covering all the normal topics and including excellent chapters on foal conditions.... I tried a small experiment with referencing a single rare condition, hypocalcaemia. It took me only four minutes to read a full review of the condition. I tried to get the same information on the internet but gave up with only half the story after 12 minutes. My case rests. Buy this book and it will be useful for several years." (Veterinary Practice, May 2011) Table of ContentsContributors. Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgments. Introduction. Section 1 Mare. Chapter 1 Abnormal Estrus Intervals (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 2 Abortion, Induction of (Elective Termination) (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 3 Abortion, Spontaneous, Infectious (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 4 Abortion, Spontaneous, Noninfectious (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 5 Agalactia/Hypogalactia (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 6 Anatomy of the Mare, Reproductive Review (Ahmed Tibary and Jacobo Rodriguez). Chapter 7 Anestrus (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 8 Artifi cial Insemination (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 9 Behavior: Estrus Scoring System (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 10 Behavior of Mares, Poor Reproductive Performance (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 11 Broad Ligament Hematoma (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 12 Breeding Soundness Examinations of Mares (Carla L. Carleton and Gary J. Nie). Chapter 13 Cervical Abnormalities (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 14 Clitoral Enlargement (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 15 Cloning (Dirk K. Vanderwall and Gordon L. Woods). Chapter 16 Conception Failure in Mares (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 17 Contagious Equine Metritis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 18 Contraception in the Mare (Jacobo Rodriguez and Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 19 Delayed Uterine Involution (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 20 Donkey Reproduction (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 21 Dystocia (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 22 Early Embryonic Death (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 23 Eclampsia (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 24 Embryo Transfer (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 25 Endometrial Biopsy (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 26 Endometritis (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 27 Estrous Cycle, Manipulation, Synchronization (Gary J. Nie and Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 28 Estrus Detection, Fundamentals (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 29 Fescue Toxicosis (Karen E. Wolfsdorf). Chapter 30 Fetal Sexing, Early (Sandy Curran). Chapter 31 Foal Heat/Postpartum Breeding (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 32 High-Risk Pregnancy (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 33 History Form, Mare (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 34 Hydrops Allantois/Amnion in the Mare (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 35 Large Ovary Syndrome (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 36 Leptospirosis (Jane E. Axon). Chapter 37 Mammary Gland, Normal (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 38 Mammary Gland, Mastitis (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 39 Mammary Gland, Lactation (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 40 Miniature Horse Reproduction (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 41 Mare Nutrition (Sarah L. Ralston). Chapter 42 Ovulation Failure (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 43 Ovulation, Induction of (Patrick M. McCue). Chapter 44 Ovulation, Synchronization (Jacobo Rodriguez and Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 45 Parturition (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 46 Parturition Induction (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 47 Perineal Lacerations, Recto-Vaginal Vestibular Fistulas (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 48 Placental Basics (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 49 Placental Insuffi ciency (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 50 Placentitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 51 Pneumovagina/Pneumouterus (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 52 Postpartum Care of the Mare and Foal (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 53 Postpartum Metritis (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 54 Pregnancy Diagnosis (Carla L. Carleton and Margo Macpherson). Chapter 55 Premature Placental Separation (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 56 Prepubic Tendon Rupture (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 57 Prolonged Diestrus (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 58 Prolonged Pregnancy (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 59 Pseudopregnancy (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 60 Pyometra (Maria E. Cadario). Chapter 61 Rectal Tears (Gary J. Nie and Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 62 Retained Fetal Membranes (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 63 Superovulation of the Mare (Patrick M. McCue). Chapter 64 Teratoma (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 65 Transrectal Palpation (Carla L. Carleton and Gary J. Nie). Chapter 66 Twin Pregnancy (Carla L. Carleton and Margo L. Macpherson). Chapter 67 Urine Pooling/Urovagina (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 68 Uterine Inertia (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 69 Uterine Torsion (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 70 Vaccination Protocols, Mare (Judith V. Marteniuk). Chapter 71 Vaginal Prolapse (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 72 Vaginitis and Vaginal Discharge (Walter R. Threlfall and Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 73 Vulvar Conformation (Walter R. Threlfall and Carla L. Carleton). Section 2 Stallion. Chapter 74 Abnormal Scrotal Enlargement (Margo L. Macpherson). Chapter 75 Abnormal Testicular Size (Margo L. Macpherson and Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 76 Anatomy, Reproductive, Stallion Review (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 77 Breeding, Managing Penile Paralysis (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 78 Breeding Phantom/Dummy, Selection, Fit and Use (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 79 Breeding Soundness Examination, Stallion (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 80 Castration (Alfred B. Caudle). Chapter 81 Castration, Henderson Technique (Alfred B. Caudle). Chapter 82 Contraception, Stallion (Ahmed Tibary and Jacobo Rodriguez). Chapter 83 Cryptorchidism (Jane Barber and Philip E. Prater). Chapter 84 Dourine (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 85 Hemospermia (Margo L. Macpherson and Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 86 History Form, Stallion (Carla L. Carleton). Chapter 87 Inguinal Herniation/Rupture (Philip E. Prater). Chapter 88 Nutrition (Sarah L. Ralston). Chapter 89 Paraphimosis (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 90 Parentage Testing (Kathryn Graves and Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 91 Penile Lacerations (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 92 Penile Paralysis (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 93 Penile Vesicles, Erosions, and Tumors (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 94 Phimosis (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 95 Priapism (Carole C. Miller). Chapter 96 Reproductive Effi ciency, Evaluation of Records (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 97 Semen, Chilled (for Transport) (Rolf E. Larsen). Chapter 98 Semen Collection Techniques (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 99 Semen Evaluation, Routine (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 100 Semen Cryopreservation, Managing the Freezing Ability of Stallion Semen (Ahmed Tibary and Jacobo Rodriguez). Chapter 101 Semen Evaluation, Abnormalities (Jacobo Rodriguez and Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 102 Semen Extenders (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 103 Semen, Frozen, Artifi cial Insemination (Rolf E. Larsen). Chapter 104 Seminal Vesiculitis (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 105 Sperm Accumulation/Stagnation (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 106 Spermatogenesis and Factors Affecting Sperm Production (Rolf E. Larsen and Tim J. Evans). Chapter 107 Testicular Biopsy (Walter R. Threlfall). Chapter 108 Vaccination Protocols, Stallion (Judith V. Marteniuk). Section 3 Fetal/Neonatal. Chapter 109 Acute Renal Failure (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 110 Angular Limb Deformities (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 111 Botulism (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 112 Cardiovascular Congenital Anomalies (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 113 Cataracts (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 114 Coloboma of the Eyelid (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 115 Congenital Disorders in Foals (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 116 Conjunctivitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 117 Corneal Ulceration (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 118 Delayed Ossifi cation of the Cuboidal Bones (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 119 Diarrhea (Bacterial): Clostridium difficile (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 120 Diarrhea (Bacterial): Clostridium perfringens (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 121 Diarrhea (Bacterial): Salmonella (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 122 Diarrhea (Viral): Rotavirus (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 123 Disorders of Sexual Development (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 124 Entropion (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 125 Fetal Evaluation (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 126 Fetal Gender Determination, Equine (Stefania Bucca and Andrea Carli). Chapter 127 Fetal Stress, Distress, and Viability (Tim J. Evans). Chapter 128 Flexor Contracture and Tendon Laxity (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 129 Foal Nutrition (Sarah L. Ralston). Chapter 130 Foal Vaccination Protocols (Judith V. Marteniuk). Chapter 131 Gastric Ulceration (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 132 Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 133 Idiopathic Tachypnea (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 134 Lethal White Syndrome (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 135 Meconium Aspiration (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 136 Meconium Impaction (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 137 Meningitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 138 Microphthalmia (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 139 Necrotizing Enterocolitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 140 Neonatal Disease, Overview (Ahmed Tibary). Chapter 141 Neonatal Evaluation (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 142 Neonatal Isoerythrolysis (Ahmed Tibary and Kathryn Graves). Chapter 143 Occipito-Atlantal-Axial Malformation (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 144 Omphalophlebitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 145 Osteomyelitis (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 146 Patent Urachus (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 147 Pericarditis/Pericardial Effusion (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 148 Pneumonia, Bacterial (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 149 Pneumonia, Viral (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 150 Pneumothorax (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 151 Polydactyly (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 152 Rib Fractures (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 153 Septic Arthritis (Infective Arthritis) (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 154 Small Intestinal Accident (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 155 Trauma (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 156 Ultrasound Assessment of Feto-Placental Well-Being, Mid- to Late Gestation (Stefania Bucca and Andrea Carli). Chapter 157 Uroperitoneum (Peter R. Morresey). Chapter 158 Uveitis (Peter R. Morresey). Index.

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Book SynopsisA resource for veterinarians interested in alternative medical treatments for animals.Trade Review"Veterinary Acupuncture is much more than a treatise on traditional Chinese medicine. It provides a careful description of the equipment, techniques, and effects of acupuncture. . . . This book should be very useful to veterinarians who now employ acupuncture, and to those who are interested in leaning more about its applications." * Modern Veterinary Practice *"For the practitioner of veterinary medicine, this is probably the most complete and authoritative guide available in English; for the scholar and the student of medical sciences, it is a major source of reference for further research." * American Journal of Acupuncture *"This book will be informative and useful to anyone interested in the subject of acupuncture." * Backstretch *

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Book SynopsisHome-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition provides an introduction to nutrition of the healthy dog and cat and an extensive discussion of medical disorders that can be managed in part through diet. Presenting easy-to-follow recipes that can be prepared at home, thisnew editionof Donald Strombeck's classic handbook has been completely rewritten by new author Patricia A. Schenck to reflect the latest nutritional recommendations based on current research. New chapter topics includefeeding the puppy and kitten; feeding the pregnant or lactating dogor cat; feeding the senior pet; feeding the performance dog; and the role of diet in pets with cancer. Diets are now listed together in a cookbook style for ease of use, and recipes are adjustable for any size dog or cat, allowing exact nutritional values to be calculated. Nutrient content for protein, fat, carbohydrate, and fiber have been provided for every diet, along with the nutrient density. A companion website features dowTrade Review"It is my opinion that this is a must for the veterinary practice's reference library." (National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America , 2011) "The second edition provides a more clinical approach to feeding dogs and cats than does the original textbook and could serve as a starting reference for nutritional management of disease." (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, December 2010)"From feeding puppies and kittens or pregnant animals to handling the nutritional needs of performance dogs, this new edition has been completely rewritten for the latest nutritional recommendations and is a 'must' for not only vet libraries, but general collections and pet owner reference." (Midwest Book Review, July 2010) "Presents important concepts in the nutrition of healthy pets and special considerations for pets with various medical conditions and an extensive listing of recipes for home preparation. This is a useful guide for pet owners and a valuable reference for small animal veterinarians serving clients who wish to feed a home-prepared diet to their pets. Information in this second edition is more solidly supported by current research and is presented in a balanced and unbiased manner." (Doody's Publisher's Club, June 2010) Table of ContentsPreface vii Acknowledgments ix Section I Nutrition and Dietary Management 3 Chapter 1 Homemade Diets 5 Chapter 2 Food Safety 15 Chapter 3 Nutrients 23 Chapter 4 Canine and Feline Energy Requirements 51 Chapter 5 Feeding the Healthy Adult Dog or Cat 85 Chapter 6 Feeding the Puppy or Kitten 95 Chapter 7 Feeding the Pregnant or Lactating Dog or Cat 103 Chapter 8 Feeding the Senior Pet 113 Chapter 9 Feeding the Performance Dog 119 Chapter 10 Food Intolerance and Allergy 129 Chapter 11 Obesity 135 Chapter 12 Skeletal and Joint Diseases 143 Chapter 13 Diet and Gastrointestinal Disease 151 Chapter 14 Diet and Chronic Renal Disease 181 Chapter 15 Diet and Urinary Tract Stones 195 Chapter 16 Diet and Skin Disease 207 Chapter 17 Diet and Endocrine Disease 215 Chapter 18 Diet and Heart Disease 229 Chapter 19 Diet and Pancreatic Disease 237 Chapter 20 Diet and Hepatic Disease 243 Chapter 21 Diet and Cancer 255 Section II Home-Prepared Diets 265 Tools Needed 265 Choosing a Diet 265 Preparing Diets 267 Dog Diet Recipes 269 Dog Diets 277 Cat Diet Recipes 433 Cat Diets 438 Appendix 1 Dog Diets by Protein Source 507 Appendix 2 Cat Diets by Protein Source 513 Index 517

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Book SynopsisAnimals born with bones and muscles are meant to move. In modern systems of intensive agriculture, however, many animals -- notably, swine, veal calves, and poultry -- are rigorously confined. In this book Professor Bernard E.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Part 1 The Social and Bioethical Background. 1. The New Social Ethic for Animals. Personal Ethics and Social Ethics Traditional Social Ethics and the Treatment of Animals. The Inadequacy of the Traditional Ethic. The Rise of the New Ethic. The Nature of the Emerging Ethic: Beyond Cruelty Evidence for the Presence of the New Ethic. The Relevance of the New Social Ethic to Agriculture. 2. Welfare Research and Scientific Ideology. Scientific and Producer Attitudes toward Animal Welfare Can Animal Suffering Be Assessed Scientifically? What Sorts of Research Should Be Undertaken? How, Morally, Ought Welfare Research Be Conducted? Animal Welfare and Genetic Engineering. Part 2 Research Issues in Farm Animal Welfare. 3. The Beef Industry. Welfare Issues in Ranching. Branding Castration. Dehorning. Cancer Eye Cattle Handling. Transportation. Downer Cattle. Slaughter Gomer Bulls. Feedlot Problems. 4. The Swine Industry. Swine Behavior. Confinement of Sows. Modification of Existing Systems. Development of New Systems. Looking at Traditional Systems. Farrowing Crates Other Sow Welfare Problems. Piglet Welfare. Grower-Finishers. Handling and Transport Other Issues. 5. The Dairy Industry. Ethograms for Cattle. Calf Welfare. Welfare Issues of Cows Future Technology. 6. The Veal Industry. Welfare Problems in Current Systems. Research Issues. 7. The Poultry Industry. Welfare Issues in Battery-Cage Egg Production. Improving Hen Welfare. Changing the Animal. Cage Modification. Alternative Systems. Problems in Broiler Welfare. Handling, Transportation, and Slaughter of Poultry. 8. Reflections. Notes. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis volume outlines the components of quality assurance and allows for customisation of procedures by individual laboratories, covering quality goals and policies, quality of resources, evaluating new procedures, quality of operations, and quality considerations for point-of-care testing.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction. 2. Quality Goals. 3. Mathematical Concepts for Quality Assurance. 4. Monitoring for Quality. 5. Quality of Operations, Policies, and Resources. 6. Evaluating Laboratory Procedures. 7. Laboratory Choices and Point-of-Care Testing. Appendix 1: Veterinary Quality Assurance Programs. Appendix 2: Conversion of Units. Glossary. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisOffers information about knowing the cat-domestication, breeding, and genetics; behavior-understanding and training the domestic cat; health care and disease prevention; and, nutrition and feeding throughout the life cycle. This book is suitable for undergraduate animal science courses, veterinary technician programs, and cat care.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. PART 1 Knowing the Cat within the Companion. Chapter 1. Felis sylvestris to Felis catus: Domestication. Chapter 2. Selective Breeding: Breeds from the Everyday to the Unusual. Chapter 3.The Cat's Perception of the World: Structure, Movement, and Special Senses. Chapter 4. Reproduction and Breeding Management. Chapter 5. Genetics: Why All Cats Are Tabbies. Chapter 6. The Human-Cat Relationship: Benefits and Responsibilities. PART 2 Behavior: Understanding the Domestic Cat. Chapter 7. Developmental Behavior: From Kitten to Adult. Chapter 8. Social Life: Communication Patterns, Social Relationships, and Territoriality. Chapter 9. How Cats Learn (or Learning to Train a Cat!). Chapter 10. The Misbehaving Cat: Behavior Problems and Solutions. PART 3 Health and Disease: Keeping Cats Healthy and Happy. Chapter 11. Viral Diseases. Chapter 12. Bacterial, Fungal, and Protozoan Diseases. Chapter 13. Vaccination Guidelines. Chapter14. Internal Parasites. Chapter 15. External Parasites. Chapter 16. First-Aid Procedures. PART 4 Nutrition: Feeding for Health and Longevity. Chapter 17. The Cat as an Obligate Carnivore: Nutrient Requirements. Chapter 18. Providing a Healthy Diet: Cat Food Selection and Evaluation. Chapter 19. Feeding Management Throughout the Life Cycle. Chapter 20. Nutritionally Responsive Diseases. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisOffering clinical information specific to feline parasites, this reference is written for practitioners and veterinary parasitologists in North America and around the world.Table of ContentsPreface; The protozoa; The trematodes; Cestodes; The nematodes; Arthropds; Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Well-Being of Farm Animals: Challenges and Solutions is the first title in Blackwell Publishing Professional''s groundbreaking series Issues in Animal Bioethics. This important book examines the ethical and economic importance of production animal well-being and pain managementtopics of increasing concern to consumers. The Well-Being of Farm Animals: Challenges and Solutions offers veterinarians, veterinary and agriculture students, animal scientists, and food animal producers both practical methods to enhance farm animal well-being, and greater understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of those methods. With a variety of perspectives from respected experts and specialists, this book conveys new research findings and promotes valuable discourse on critical issues. Most importantly, editors Benson and Rollin provide feasible instruction to put theory into practice. The theories and applications presented in this book are likely to be legislTable of ContentsContributors. Preface.. I. Theoretical Framework. 1. The Ethical Imperative to Control Pain and Suffering in Farm Animals (Bernard E. Rollin). 2. Human-Livestock Interaction (Paul H. Hemsweorth). 3. Quality of Life for Farm Animals: Linking Science, Ethics, and Animal Welfare (David Fraser and Daniel M. Weary). 4. Pain in Farm Animals: Nature, Recognition, and Management (G. John Benson). 5. A Concept of Welfare Based on Feelings (Ian J. H. Duncan). 6. Meeting Physical Needs: Environmental Management of Well-Being (Ted H. Friend). 7. Principles for Handing Grazing Animals (Temple Grandin). 8. Principles for the Design of Handling Facilities and Transport Systems (Temple Grandin). II. Practical Applications. 10. Production Practice sand Well-Being: Beef Cattle (Joseph M. Stookey and Jon M. Watts). 11. Animal Well-Being in the U. S. Dairy Industry (Franklyn B. Garry). 12. Production Practices and Well-Being; Swine.(Timothy E. Blackwell). 13. Maximizing Well-Being and Minimizing Pain and Suffering: Sheep (Cleon V. Kimberling and Gerilyn A. Parsons). 14. Welfare Problems of Poultry (Ian J. H. Duncan). 15. Rethinking Painful Management Practices (Daniel M. Wary and David Fraser). 16. Alternatives to Conventional Livestock Production Methods (Michael C. Appleby). 17. Euthanasia (Robert E. Meyer and W. E. Morgan Morrow). Appendix: U. S. and Canadian Veterinary Medical Associations Positions on Food Animals. Index.

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Book SynopsisClinical Endocrinology of Companion Animals offers fast access to clinically relevant information on managing the patient with endocrine disease.Trade Review“The chapters have been written by a panel of internationally renowned authors, presenting the latest knowledge and treatment guidelines. It is therefore not only designed for the general practitioner needing help in the busy daily practice, but also for specialists in internal medicine.” (Veterinary Record, 10 August 2013) “A practical tool for the busy practitioner.” (Vets Today, 1 June 2013)Table of ContentsContributors x Preface xv 1 Hypoadrenocorticism in Dogs 1 Patty Lathan 2 Hypoadrenocorticism in Cats 22 Danièlle Gunn-Moore and Kerry Simpson 3 Hypoadrenocorticism in Other Species 28 Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 4 Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency (Previously Known as Relative Adrenal Insufficiency) 36 Linda Martin 5 Hyperadrenocorticism in Dogs 43 Ellen N. Behrend and Carlos Melian 6 Primary Functioning Adrenal Tumors Producing Signs Similar to Hyperadrenocorticism Including Atypical Syndromes in Dogs 65 Kate Hill 7 Hyperadrenocorticism in Cats 71 Danièlle Gunn-Moore and Kerry Simpson 8 Primary Functioning Adrenal Tumors Producing Signs Similar to Hyperadrenocorticism Including Atypical Syndromes in Cats 80 Nicki Reed and Danièlle Gunn-Moore 9 Hyperadrenocorticism in Ferrets 86 Nico J. Schoemaker 10 Hyperadrenocorticism and Primary Functioning Adrenal Tumors in Other Species (Excluding Horses and Ferrets) 95 Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 11 Hyperadrenocorticism (Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction) in Horses 100 Catherine McGowan 12 Primary Hyperaldosteronism 115 Andrea M. Harvey and Kent R. Refsal 13 Pheochromocytoma in Dogs 128 Claudia E. Reusch 14 Pheochromocytoma in Cats 137 Danièlle Gunn-Moore and Kerry Simpson 15 Canine Diabetes Mellitus 143 Linda Fleeman and Jacquie Rand 16 Feline Diabetes Mellitus 169 Jacquie Rand 17 Diabetes Mellitus in Other Species 191 Michelle L. Campbell-Ward and Jacquie Rand 18 Canine Diabetic Emergencies 201 Rebecka S. Hess 19 Feline Diabetic Ketoacidosis 209 Jacquie Rand 20 Equine Metabolic Syndrome/Insulin Resistance Syndrome in Horses 217 John Keen 21 Insulinoma in Dogs 229 Rebecka S. Hess 22 Insulinoma in Cats 240 Danièlle Gunn-Moore and Kerry Simpson 23 Insulinomas in Other Species 245 Sue Chen and Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 24 Gastrinoma, Glucagonoma, and Other APUDomas 253 Craig Ruaux and Patrick Carney 25 Hypothyroidism in Dogs 263 David Panciera 26 Hypothyroidism in Cats 273 Danièlle Gunn-Moore 27 Hypothyroidism in Other Species 278 Janice Sojka Kritchevsky 28 Hyperthyroidism in Dogs 291 David Panciera 29 Hyperthyroidism in Cats 295 Mark E. Peterson 30 Hyperthyroidism/Thyroid Neoplasia in Other Species 311 Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 31 Hypocalcemia in Dogs 315 Patricia A. Schenck and Dennis Chew 32 Hypocalcemia in Cats 326 Patricia A. Schenck and Dennis Chew 33 Hypocalcemia in Other Species 335 Michael Stanford, John Keen and Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 34 Hypercalcemia in Dogs 356 Patricia A. Schenck and Dennis Chew 35 Hypercalcemia in Cats 373 Dennis Chew and Patricia A. Schenck 36 Hypercalcemia in Other Species 385 Michelle L. Campbell-Ward 37 Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism in Reptiles 396 Kevin Eatwell 38 Hyposomatotropism in Dogs 404 Annemarie M.W.Y. Voorbij and Hans S. Kooistra 39 Hyposomatotropism in Cats 416 Nicki Reed and Danièlle Gunn-Moore 40 Acromegaly in Dogs 421 Hans S. Kooistra 41 Acromegaly in Cats 427 David Church and Stijn J. M. Niessen 42 Diabetes Insipidus and Polyuria/Polydipsia in Dogs 436 Katharine F. Lunn and Katherine M. James 43 Diabetes Insipidus in Cats 450 Nicki Reed and Danièlle Gunn-Moore 44 Hyponatremia, SIADH, and Renal Salt Wasting 458 Katherine M. James 45 Estrogen- and Androgen-Related Disorders 467 Cheri A. Johnson 46 Progesterone and Prolactin-Related Disorders; Adrenal Dysfunction and Sex Hormones 487 Cheri A. Johnson 47 Pathologic Reproductive Endocrinology in Other Species 504 John Keen and Michelle L. Campbell-Ward Index 512

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Book SynopsisAnesthesia for Veterinary Technicians is a highly practical guide to anesthesia skills for veterinary technicians published in association with the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists (AVTA). Packed with hints and tips to aid technicians in the practice of veterinary anesthesia, the book offers an essential resource to building anesthesia skills and improving knowledge. Encompassing both background knowledge and practical application of anesthesia-related skills, Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians is a valuable resource for veterinary technicians of all skill levels. Supplementary website materials, including charts and forms for use in the practice, are availableat www.wiley.com/go/bryant.Trade Review"It is very well written and provides excellent explanations, particularly regarding physiology. I would highly recommend it." (Doody's, December 2010) "The book provides an up-to-date resource for technicians who want to learn a more sophisticated degree of anesthetic management or are studying for the specialty examination. It contains a great deal of practical, valuable information in a clear and concise format. It is well illustrated with many good-quality photographs, diagrams, and tables. It will be an excellent addition to the library of any veterinary technician and will be useful for students in veterinary technician programs." (JAVMA, September 2010) "It will be an excellent addition to the library of any veterinary technician and will be useful for students in veterinary technician programs." (Vet Med Today, September 2010) "This book is an excellent tool for technicians wishing to improve their knowledge about veterinary anesthesia and build new skills. Published in conjunction with the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists, it is a must for those planning to sit for the Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia examination. With its practical, hands-on focus and a generous sprinkling of hints and tips, it is a book designed for everyday use in situations both common and rare." (Veterinary Technician, August 2010) "Provides foundational information that can be used to build knowledge about anesthesia, while also providing the reader practical applications and tips. A unique benefit to the text is the supplementary website information provided by the publisher. Charts, forms, and materials for use in the practice setting will be very useful for veterinary technicians performing anesthesia. Fully illustrated in color, this book will serve as a valuable addition to one's library." (VTARC Companion, April 2010) Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xi 1. Review of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology 3Susan Bryant 2. The Preanesthetic Workup 13Jennifer Dupre 3. Mathematics and Calculations for the Veterinary Anesthetist 29Sharon Johnston 4. Records and Record Keeping 35Heather Dulong 5. Preanesthetic Preparation 41Connie Warren 6. Intravenous Access 49Shawn Takada 7. Airway Maintenance 57Darci Palmer 8. Anesthesia Equipment 71Harry Latshaw and Deb Coleman 9. Introduction to Monitoring: Monitoring the ECG and Blood Gases 85Jennifer Keefe 10. Monitoring: Pulse Oximetry and Temperature, and Hands-On 95Amy Levensaler 11. Monitoring Blood Pressure and End-Tidal CO2 in the Anesthetized Patient 105Heidi L. Reuss-Lamky 12. Fluid Therapy and Blood Products 123Courtney Beiter 13. Premedication and Sedation Drugs 135Sandra Robbins 14. Induction Drugs 143Lori Fuehrer 15. Inhalant Anesthetics 153Sharon Fornes 16. Recovery of the Anesthetic Patient 159Michelle Cheyne 17. Anesthetic Complications and Emergencies 167Samantha McMillan 18. Ventilation Techniques in Small Animal Patients 187Christine Slowiak 19. Anesthesia for Ophthalmology Patients 195Kim Lockhead 20. Anesthesia for Patients with Cardiac Disease 205Wendy Curtis-Uhle and Katy W. Waddell 21. Anesthesia for Small Animal Patients with Head Trauma or Increased Intracranial Pressure 219Ellen LoMastro 22. Anesthesia for Thoracotomies and Respiratory-Challenged Patients 227Susan Bryant 23. Anesthesia for Patients with Endocrine Disease 239Susan Holland 24. Anesthesia for Patients with Renal Disease 245Kristen Cooley 25. Anesthesia for Patients with Liver Disease 257Heather Carter 26. Anesthesia for Pediatric Patients 267Trish Farry 27. Anesthesia for Geriatric Patients 275Trish Farry 28. Cesarean Section Techniques 283Christopher L. Norkus 29. Anesthesia for Emergency Trauma Patients 293Katy W. Waddell 30. Anesthesia for Nontrauma Emergency Patients 301Ami Gilkey 31. Anesthesia for Small Exotics: Ferrets, Rodents, and Rabbits 313Jennifer Stowell 32. Basic Physiology of Pain 325Lynette DeGouff 33. Pain Assessment 333Kim Lockhead 34. Pain Management Strategies 345Kim Spelts and James Gaynor 35. Equine Anesthesia 357Lawrence E. Nann 36. Ruminant Anesthesia 373Sharon Kaiser-Klinger Index 385

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Book Synopsis* A broad introduction to this multidisciplinary and multifaceted subject * Provides a practical framework for those without a deep understanding of diseases in wild animals * Describes an ecological approach to the health of wild animals, rather than a purely medical one * Fully illustrated throughout .Trade Review“Wobeser has produced an outstanding book…Students and seasoned investigators…owe a great deal to [him] for crafting such a significant and useful book.” Journal of Wildlife DiseasesTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: What Is Disease?. Chapter 3: What Causes Disease?. Chapter 4: How Disease Is Detected, Described and Measured. Chapter 5: Damage, Pathogenicity and Virulence. Chapter 6: Defense, Resistance and Repair. Chapter 7: Environmental Interactions. Chapter 8: Transmission and Perpetuation of Infectious Disease. Chapter 9: Noninfectious Disease: Nutrients and Toxicants. Chapter 10: Effects of Disease on the Individual Animal. Chapter 11: Effects of Disease on Populations of Animals. Chapter 12: Diseases Shared with Humans and Domestic Animals. Chapter 13: Disease Management. Chapter 14: Round-up. Glossary. Scientific Names of Animals. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisSpanish for Veterinarians, Second Edition, is designed to help you rapidly learn working Spanish for clinical conversations. Packed with the practical vocabulary information and conversational tools found in the first edition, the new edition now includes a new chapter on exotics and expanded information on the Spanish required for pre-consultation discussion. The pronunciation exercises, available online as audio files to help veterinary team members effectively and confidently use Spanish in their client communications, have also been revised and expanded. This new edition is a lively presentation of the Spanish that working vets increasingly need to know.Trade Review"A useful feature is access to a Web site where readers can listen to native pronunciation of words and download pronunciation exercises. As a teaching tool, this is priceless, particularly because most communications between veterinarians and Spanish speaking clients will be oral.... This book is a useful introduction to Spanish.... Any attempts to communicate to owners in their native language will be met with relief and appreciation, and the book succeeds in providing a basic working version of the Spanish language." - Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, December 2008Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgments xi CHAPTER 1: Getting Started 3 Pronunciation of Spanish 3 Nouns and Plurals 5 Articles and Plurals 6 Names of Animals 6 CHAPTER 2: The Body and How to Describe It 11 Adjectives 11 External Body Parts 14 Internal Organs 15 CHAPTER 3: Verbs: Where the Action Is 19 Regular Verbs 19 Weak-Kneed Verbs 22 CHAPTER 4: Irregular Verbs 25 Four Essential Irregular Verbs: tener, estar, ser, and ir 25 World's Simplest Verb: hay 32 CHAPTER 5: How Long Has the Cow Had a Fever? 33 Duration of Time 33 The Present Perfect 34 The Verb dar 36 Feeding Vocabulary 37 CHAPTER 6: The Past and Accidents 41 Past Time Verbs 41 Accidents 46 CHAPTER 7: Telling People What to Do 49 Verbal Shorthand 49 Giving Commands 50 Giving Something to Somebody 53 Polite Suggestions 54 CHAPTER 8: Taking a Clinical History 57 CHAPTER 9: The Diagnostic Exam 61 CHAPTER 10: Cattle 67 Special Vocabulary 68 Illnesses 69 CHAPTER 11: Horses 75 Special Vocabulary 76 Illnesses 76 CHAPTER 12: Sheep and Goats 79 Special Vocabulary 79 Illnesses 80 CHAPTER 13: Swine 83 Special Vocabulary 83 Illnesses 84 CHAPTER 14: Dogs and Cats 87 Special Vocabulary 87 Illnesses 89 CHAPTER 15: Exotic Pets 93 Special Vocabulary 93 APPENDIX: Registration Forms 99 Answer Key to Exercises 103 Dictionary 109

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Book Synopsis"Educators and students alike are constantly searching for the perfect balance of depth and breadth in a text, attempting to find the single source that will simplify their lives. Some texts are research dense but narrowly focused. Others cover a broad spectrum of topics in a given area but do not go into the related research in any depth.Trade Review"Educators and students alike are constantly searching for the perfect balance of depth and breadth in a text, attempting to find the single source that will simplify their lives. Some texts are research dense but narrowly focused. Others cover a broad spectrum of topics in a given area but do not go into the related research in any depth. When it comes to dog behavior, Steven Lindsay’s Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training may indeed be "just right." Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, 2001, 28:43. "This is one of the most comprehensive books on the subject of dog behavior I have seen; it covers a vast amount of information." The Veterinary Record, November, 2001, 10:597. "It is difficult to overstate the importance of this book to those engaged in the field of dog behavior and training." The Canadian Veterinary Journal, 2001, 42:567-568 "The two volumes of Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training are a magnum opus, by any definition." Applied Animal Behavior Science, 2003, 82:339-344Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Cynopraxic Training: Basic Procedures and Techniques. House Training, Destructive Behavior, and Appetitive Problems. Fears and Phobias. Separation Distress and Panic. Compulsive and Hyperactive Excesses. Neurobiology and Development of Aggression. Canine Domestic Aggression. Impulsive, Extrafamilial, and Intraspecific Aggression. Biobehavioral Monitoring and Electronic Control of Behavior. Cynopraxis: Theory, Philosophy, and Ethics. A. Sit-Stay Program. B. Sit, Down, Stand, and Stay Practice Variations. C. Posture-Facilitated Relaxation (PFR) Training. D. Puppy Temperament Testing and Evaluation. Index.

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Book SynopsisTeam building and leadership are keys to success in the veterinary practice of the new millennium. Veterinary Healthcare Services: Options in Delivery provides options and inspiration for the development of those keys in any size practice. The entire staff, from the receptionist to the doctor, can contribute to the goals of the practice.Table of ContentsForeword ix Preface xi List of Abbreviations xiii 1 The Era of Revenue Generation – The Front Door Must Swing 3 2 The Appointment Book 21 3 Outpatient Programs and Procedures 33 4 Inpatient Procedures 49 5 Marketing 73 6 Ancillary Services 89 7 New Technologies & Emerging Trends 103 Appendix 1 Programs 117 Appendix 2 Protocols and Bundles 135 Appendix 3 More Receptionist Scripts 147 Appendix 4 More Resort Forms 153

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Book SynopsisClinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team is a concise, reliable resource for consistently achieving high-quality test results in the veterinary practice. An essential bench-side reference for in-house laboratories, the book includes a DVD with interactive cases to build skills in reading and interpreting digital slides.Trade ReviewClinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team will help experienced veterinary technicians set up various clinical laboratory diagnostic tests. It provides a good explanation of basic laboratory practices, the underlying concepts of many laboratory tests, and the physiology of common disease conditions. This book is well worth the price. (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, December 2010) This book provides a good overall summary of basic clinical pathology in small animals. Although it is fairly short and concise, it contains all the necessary relevant information and includes a CD that takes readers thorough six complicated cases, step by step. This is a useful book that would be a handy reference to have in a practice. It is easy to read, concise, and informative. Although it is aimed at small animal veterinary teams, it includes limited information about large animal species, which is important for a good, general understanding. (Doodys, December 2010) Clinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team offers a fine recourse for technical team members involved in clinical diagnostic evaluation. Machinery calibration, normal anatomy, clinical diagnostics and more are revealed in chapters that provide key technical information for Obtaining and evaluating samples, surveying the disease process, the progress of identification and treatment, and including a DVD with interactive cases. Vet collections need this! (The Midwest Book Review, November 2010) Rosenfeld, a veterinarian who is associated with an education corporation that specializes in seminar training for the hospital team, and Dial (veterinary science and microbiology, U. of Arizona) provide a resource for technical veterinary team members performing clinical diagnostic evaluation in small animal lab work. (Book News, September 2010) It will also be essential reading for those preparing for professional qualifications such as FIBMS and FRCPath, possibly even MRCP, and will serve as an excellent resources for the more senior researcher, lecturer and academic. (The Bulletin of The Royal College of Pathologists, January 2013)Table of ContentsAbout the Authors ix Foreword xi 1. Sample Handling and Laboratory Standardization—Developing Standard Operating Procedures 1 2. Components of the Complete Blood Count 19 3. Hematology: The Erythrocytes, White Blood Cells, and Immune System 33 4. Abnormalities in the Red and White Blood Cell Populations 45 5. Renal Physiology and Anatomy, Clinical Diagnostics, and Disease 75 6. Liver Physiology and Anatomy, Clinical Diagnostics, and Disease 93 7. Pancreatic and Gastrointestinal Physiology and Anatomy, Clinical Diagnostics, and Disease 105 8. Electrolyte Physiology, Function, and Derangement 119 9. Components of the Urinalysis 129 10. Evaluating the Urinalysis with Disease Conditions 139 11. Adrenal Function and Testing 151 12. Blood Gas 167 13. Coagulation 175 14. Emergency Diagnostics—A Discussion of Shock and Clinical Diagnostics 183 15. Obtaining Samples from Different Body Systems and Evaluating Cytology 193 Appendix A: Tables 207 Appendix B: Clinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team DVD Instructions 237 Appendix C: Case Worksheet for Clinical Pathology Cases 247 Additional Resources 257 Glossary 259 Index 271

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Book SynopsisThis valuable text presents methods and techniques for conducting an animal disease surveillance program, and developing an animal health moitoring system. The text is a ''recipe book'' for these techniques as it explains modern techniques, while emphasizing the fundamentals and principles of using these techniques.The book is targeted to epidemiologists and other animal health authorities who are working in national, regional, and international programs. The book can be used as a text for professional and postgraduate training curricula. This text will be of value in veterinary epidemiology and regulatory medicine, where there is need for a concise collection of material on animal disease monitoring, surveillance, and reporting strategies. This need arises from a new era of international trade regulations based on animal diseases, new demands for accountability in utilization of research funds, and calls for prioritizing and economically justifying animal health regulatory aTable of ContentsPreface. Contributors. Chapter 1. Surveillance and Monitoring Systems for Animal Health Program and Disease Suveys (M.D. Salman). Chapter 2. Application of Surveillance and Monitoring Systems in Disease Control Programs (J. Christensen). Chapter 3. Planning Survey, Surveillance, and Monitoring Systems-Roles and Requirements (C. Zepeda and M.D. Salman). Chapter 4. Sampling Considerations in Surveys and Monitoring and Surveillance Systems (A. Cameron, I. Gardner, M.G. Doherr, and B. Wagner). Chapter 5. Statistical Analysis of Data from Surveys, Monitoring, and Surveillance Systems (B. Wagner, I. Gardner, A. Cameron, and M.G. Doherr). Chapter 6. Methods for Determining Temporal Clusters in Surveillance and Survey Programs (T.E. Carpenter and M.P. Ward). Chapter 7. Methods for Determining Spartial Clusters in Surveillance and Survey Programs (T.E. Carpenter and M.P. Ward). Chapter 8. Use of Sentinel Herds in Monitoring and Surveillance Systems (B.J. McCluskey). Chapter 9. Use of Animal Monitoring and Surveillance Systems When the Frequency of Health-Related Events is Near Zero (M.G. Doherr, L. Audigé, M.D. Salman, and I.A. Gardner). Chapter 10. Use of Simulation Models in Surveillance and Monitoring Systems (L. Audigé, M.G. Doherr, and B. Wagner). Chapter 11. Quality Assessment of Animal Disease Surveillance and Survey Systems (K.D.C. Stärk). Chapter 12. Dissemination of Surveillance Findings (N.E. Wineland and D.A. Dargatz). Chapter 13. Danish Swine Salmonellosis Control Program: 1993 to 2001 (J. Christensen). Index.

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Book SynopsisThe long awaited update to this classic text, McDonald''s Veterinary Endocrinology and Reproduction provides students of veterinary medicine and animal science a concise and practical textbook specifically for endocrinology and reproduction in domestic animals. The text brings together material only previously available as scattered resources. This fifth edition is completely reworked and updated, from chapter text to artwork. Topics include domestic species, llamas, and South American camelids with all aspects of reproductive anatomy and physiology incorporated.Table of Contents1. Introduction. 2. The Pituitary Gland. 3. The Thyroid Gland. 4. The Calcium Regulating Hormones: Parathyroid Hormone, Calcitonin, and Cholecalciferol. 5. The Endorcrine Pancreas. 6. The Adrenal Gland. 7. The Biology of Sex. 8. Male Reproductive System. 9. Female Reproductive System. 10. Artificial Insemination. 11. Patterns of Reproduction. 12. Reproductive Patterns of Cattle. 13. Reproductive Patterns of Horses. 14. Reproductive Patterns of Sheep and Goats. 15. Reproductive Patterns of Swine. 16. Reproductive Patterns of Dogs. 17. Reproductive Patterns of Cats. 18. Reproductive Patterns of Alpaca and Llamas, with Reference to the Vicuna and Guanaco. 19. Embryo Transfer in Domestic Animals. Index

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Book SynopsisA follow-up to the successful and sensible Building the Successful Veterinary Practice series, this new volume provides the business know-how needed to make today''s emerging practices tomorrow''s established practices. Author and consultant Thomas Catanzaro reveals his secret to building a business for the future: a strong succession plan. This book will help readers incorporate a defined leadership structure; address the internal and external legal issues of a practice; and understand the economic factors of owning and selling a practice.Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Succession Planning—Forces of Change. Risks and Demographic Demands. Legal Issues of Veterinary Practice Succession Plans. Selecting the Appropriate Legal Structure for Succession Planning. Contracts for Succession Planning Transactions. Solo Group Practice or Practice Affiliation: Is It Right for You?. Legal Relationships with Associate Veterinarians. Appendix A: Personal and Practice Value Assessment. Appendix B: Compensation. Appendix C: Employment Agreement. Appendix D: Bill of Sale. Appendix E: Covenant Not to Compete. Appendix F: Promissory Note. Appendix G: Veterinary Practice Purchase Agreement. Appendix H: Personal and Confidential.

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Book SynopsisEssentials of Small Animal Anesthesia and Analgesia, Second Edition presents the fundamentals of managing small animal anesthesia patients in a clinically relevant, accessible manual.Trade Review“This book fulfils its role very well and actually goes beyond the essentials without being overwhelming. It is a good resource at an affordable price that will be useful for veterinary students, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, interns, and residents alike.” (Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association, 16 September 2012) “This information will allow young practitioners to be able to communicate with staff members and owners about the benefits of pain management in pets. It will also equip them to be able to explain the methods for improving comfort in pets which can sometimes include massage and acupuncture.” (Tomorrow's Vets, 1 January 2013) “Overall, this is a helpful review and quick reference for all veterinary professionals and students. Unlike other books covering anesthesia, this one provides a basic and quick reference guide that is an excellent resource for students and veterinary professionals alike.” (Doody’s, 27 April 2012) "All in all, it's a nice little textbook that I expect will look as well thumbed as the BSAVA's drug formulary within a few months." (Veterinary Record, 20 November 2011) "This book should be a part of every student's library, whether veterinary or technician. I extend many thanks to Wiley-Blackwell for giving me the opportunity to read and review this excellent textbook." (Examiner.com, 31 October 2011) Table of ContentsContributors vii Contributors to Lumb and Jones’ Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia, Fourth Edition viii Preface xii 1 Patient evaluation and risk management 3William W. Muir, Steve C. Haskins, and Mark G. Papich 2 Anesthetic physiology and pharmacology 15William W. Muir, Wayne N. McDonell, Carolyn L. Kerr, Kurt A. Grimm, Kip A. Lemke, Keith R. Branson, Hui-Chu Lin, Eugene P. Steffey, Khursheed R. Mama, Elizabeth A. Martinez, and Robert D. Keegan 3 Pain physiology, pharmacology, and management 82Peter W. Hellyer, Sheilah A. Robertson, Anna D. Fails, Leigh A. Lamont, Karol A. Mathews, Roman T. Skarda, Maria Glowaski, Dianne Dunning, and Duncan X. Lascelles 4 Chronic pain management 147Duncan X. Lascelles and James S. Gaynor 5 Anesthesia equipment 158Craig Mosley 6 Patient monitoring 197Steve C. Haskins 7 Acid–base balance and fluid therapy 240William W. Muir, Helio S. A. de Morais, and David C. Seeler 8 Anesthesia management of dogs and cats 274Richard M. Bednarski 9 Anesthesia and immobilization of small mammals 300Paul A. Flecknell, Claire A. Richardson, Aleksandar Popovic, Rachael E. Carpenter, and David B. Brunson 10 Local anesthetics and regional analgesic techniques 326Roman T. Skarda and William J. Tranquilli 11 Anesthesia for patients with cardiovascular disease 378Tamara L. Grubb and Stephen A. Greene 12 Anesthesia for patients with respiratory disease and/or airway compromise 387Tamara L. Grubb and Stephen A. Greene 13 Anesthesia for patients with neurological disease 400Stephen A. Greene and Tamara L. Grubb 14 Anesthesia for small animal patients with renal disease 412Stuart Clark-Price 15 Anesthesia for patients with liver disease 422Fernando Garcia 16 Anesthesia for patients with gastrointestinal disease 434Jennifer G. Adams 17 Anesthesia for patients with endocrine disorders 455Stephen A. Greene and Tamara L. Grubb 18 Anesthetic considerations for special procedures 461Marjorie E. Gross, Elizabeth A. Giuliano, Marc R. Raffe, Rachael E. Carpenter, Gwendolyn L. Carroll, David D. Martin, Sandra Manfra Marretta, Glenn R. Pettifer, Tamara L. Grubb, Elizabeth M. Hardie, Victoria M. Lukasik, Janyce L. Cornick-Seahorn, Jennifer B. Grimm, and Steven L. Marks 19 Anesthetic emergencies and accidents 509A. Thomas Evans and Deborah V. Wilson Index 528

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Book SynopsisOncology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a handbook of cancer care from the technician perspective. Providing information on cancer from cause to treatment, this comprehensive resource focuses on the nursing role, emphasizing technical procedures, staging, and patient support.Trade Review"A comprehensive and unique resource for veterinary technicians, nurses, students, and assistants who care for dogs and cats with cancer. The book is aimed primarily at technicians in specialty practices; however, it will be useful to all nursing staff who care for pets with cancer. The treatment section is a great guide for anyone administering or caring for patients receiving radiotherapy or chemotherapy. The real strength of the book is in the coverage of supportive care... and the emphasis on the importance of quality of life. Finally, summaries of common cancers in dogs and cats, as well as appendices for quick reference on commonly used drugs, ensure that this book will be an often-used reference for technicians who care for pets with cancer." (JAVMA, June 2010) Table of Contents Contributors viii Acknowledgments ix Introduction x Section Summary xi Section 1. Basics of Oncology 3 1. Introduction to Clinical Veterinary Oncology 5 2. Causes of Cancer in Pets 9 Section 2. Approaching the Cancer Patient 13 3. Diagnosis of Cancer 15 4. Staging of Cancer 25 Section 3. Treatment of Cancer 43 5. General Principles of Veterinary Cancer Treatment 45 6. Surgery in Veterinary Oncology 48 7. Radiation Therapy 57 8. Chemotherapy 67 9 Biotherapy and Photodynamic Therapy 85 10. Complementary and Alternative Medical (CAM) Therapies 90 Section 4. Supportive Care of Patients 95 11. Comfort, Pain Management, and Physical Rehabilitation 97 Patricia Suomala 12. Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Support 113 Patricia Suomala 13. Hematologic Support 123 14. Euthanasia and End-of-Life Patient Care 129 Section 5. Support for Pet Owners and Caregivers 133 15. Supporting the Patient’s Human Family 135 Nicole Edwards 16. What About the Nurse’s Emotional Experience? 148 Nicole Edwards Section 6. Oncologic Emergencies 155 17. Hematologic Emergencies 157 Lee Garrod 18. Febrile Neutropenia 170 Lee Garrod 19. Metabolic Emergencies 175 Lee Garrod 20. Anaphylaxis 195 Lee Garrod 21. Extravasation Injury 202 Lee Garrod 22. Urological Emergencies 208 Lee Garrod 23. Bone Emergencies 217 Lee Garrod 24. Pericardial Effusion and Cardiac Tamponade 222 Lee Garrod Section 7. Common Cancers in Veterinary Patients 227 25. Lymphoma in Dogs 229 26. Lymphoma in Cats 236 27. Mast Cell Tumor in Dogs 240 28. Soft Tissue Sarcomas in Dogs and Cats 244 29. Splenic Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs 248 30. Osteosarcoma in Dogs 252 31. Oral Melanoma in Dogs 256 32. Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats 260 33. Mammary Carcinoma in Dogs 264 34. Mammary Carcinoma in Cats 269 35. Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Dogs 273 36. Pulmonary Carcinoma in Dogs 277 37. Chronic Lymphoid Leukemia in Dogs 281 Section 8. Appendices 285 1. BSA Conversion Charts 287 2. Analgesics 290 3. Antiemetics, Gastroprotectants, and Appetite Stimulants 292 4. Antibiotics 294 5. Glossary of Cancer Terms 296 6. Chemotherapy Drug Information: Quick Reference 301 Index 306

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Book SynopsisDeals with the human/companion animal relationship and what happens when that bond is broken. This book acknowledges the significance of the relationship and the grief involved when a pet dies or is terminally ill. It covers multidisciplinary care that can be given by veterinarians, psychiatrists, social workers, philosopher-ethicists, and others.Table of ContentsForeword (William J. Kay). Preface (William J. Kay, Austin H. Kutscher). I: The Human/Companion Animal Bond. 1. The Moral Status of Animals (Bernard E. Rollin). 2. Pet Animals and Human Well-being (M.W. Fox). 3. Health Consequences of Pet Ownership (Erika Friedmann, Aaron A. Katcher, Sue A. Thomas, James J. Lynch). 4. Nonconventional Human/Companion Animal Bonds (James M. Harris). 5. When Pet Animals Die (Jacob Antelyes). 6. Population Aspects of Animal Mortality (Alan M. Beck). II: The Grieving Human Companion. 7. Grief at the Loss of a Pet ( Boris M. Levinson). 8. Psychosocial Aspects of bereavement (Herbert A. Nieburg). 9. Relief and Prevention of Grief (Leo K. Bustad, Linda M. Hines). 10. Healing Emotionally Disturbed Children Cope with Loss of a Pet (Mary Link). 11. Development of a Social Work Service to Deal with Grief after Loss of a Pet (Eleanor L. Ryder). 12. Social Work in a Veterinary Hospital: Response to Owner Grief Reactions, (Jamie Quackenbush). 13. Illness and Death of Pets: Role of the Human-Health-Care Team (Michael J. McCulloch). III: Veterinary Medicine Perspectives. 14. The Human/Animal Bond Revisited (Esther Braun). 15. Clinical Aspects of Grief Associated with Loss of a Pet: A Veterinarian's View (Marc A. Rosenberg). 16. Role of the Animal Health Technician in Consoling Bereaved Clients (Sally Oblas Walshaw). 17. Owner/Pet Attachment Despite Behavior Problems (Victoria L. Voith). 18. Owner/Pet Pathologic Attachment: The Veterinarian's Nightmare (E.K. Rynearson). 19. Death of Pets Owned by the Elderly: Implications for Veterinary Practice (George Paulus, John C. Thrush, Cyrus S. Stewart, Patrick Hafner). 20. Psychosocial Model of Veterinary Practice, William H. Sullivan, Carole E. Fudin). 21. Family Psychotherapy Methodology: A Model for Veterinarians and Clinicians (D.T. Wessels Jr.). 22. Epilogue: A Historical Perspective, (Egilde Seravalli). Contributors. Index.

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Book SynopsisCardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a comprehensive resource for veterinary technicians and nurses working with cardiovascular patients in veterinary practice.Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Foreword xi List of Abbreviations xv Introduction: Why Animals have a Circulatory System 1 H. Edward Durham, Jr. Section I Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology 5 1 Cardiac Anatomy 7 H. Edward Durham, Jr. 2 Basic Cardiac Physiology 23 June A. Boon and H. Edward Durham, Jr. Section II Diagnostics 43 3 History and Physical Examination 45 H. Edward Durham, Jr. 4 Electrocardiography 63 Shari Hemsley 5 Thoracic Radiography 111 Deborah M. Fine 6 Echocardiography and Doppler Study 133 Michelle St John and H. Edward Durham, Jr. 7 Blood Pressure Measurement and Systemic Hypertension 179 H. Edward Durham, Jr. 8 Angiography 199 Barbara P. Brewer 9 Cardiac Biomarkers 225 Kristin Hohnadel Section III Cardiac Diseases 231 10 Congenital Heart Diseases 233 H. Edward Durham, Jr. 11 Acquired Heart Diseases 277 Stacey Leach 12 Pericardial Effusion and Cardiac Neoplasia 301 Anne Myers Section IV Therapies and Interventions 315 13 Pathophysiology of Heart Failure 317 June A. Boon and H. Edward Durham, Jr. 14 Drugs for Cardiac Therapy 329 Kathryn J. Atkinson 15 Treatment of Cardiac Disease 351 Robert J. Schutrumpf iii 16 Interventional Therapies 367 Anna McManamey, Anne Myers, and H. Edward Durham, Jr. Section V Large Animal Cardiology 405 17 Equine Cardiology 407 H. Edward Durham, Jr. 18 Ruminant and Camelid Cardiology 443 Mark W. Harmon Appendix 459 Index 467

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Book SynopsisFundamentals of Ornamental Fish Health is a complete guide to managing the health and well-being of ornamental aquatic animals. Grounded in the foundations of fish medical care, the book summarizes nonlethal aquatic diagnostics and medicine, putting the information within a clinical context.Trade Review"Each chapter while short in length covers a lot of ground (or rather "water") with a surprisingly large number of references in support of each chapter. The book reads like a textbook with short, concise and yet interestingly informative chapters. By far, the most favored section for the reviewer was the section of Fish Medicine... chapters are supplemented with beautiful pictures... suitable for the practicing veterinary technician as well as veterinary technician students." (Veterinary Information Network, February 2010)Table of ContentsAcknowledgments. Contributor List. BASICS OF FISH KEEPING. 1. Anatomy and physiology (Richard J. Strange). 2. A brief overview of the ornamental fish industry and hobby (Timothy Miller-Morgan). 3. Stress in fish (David J. Pasnik, Joyce J. Evans, and Phillip H. Klesius). 4. Water quality (James L. Shelton). 5. Environment and husbandry: Ponds and aquaria (Scott Weber III, Helen E. Roberts, and James L. Shelton). FISH HEALTH. 6. Biosecurity and ornamental fish (Timothy J. Miller-Morgan and Jerry R. Heidel). 7. Nutrition (Richard Strange). 8. Parasites of fish (Stephen A. Smith and Helen E. Roberts). 9. Viral pathogens of fish (Brian Palmeiro and E. Scott Weber III). 10. Bacterial diseases of fish (Brian Palmeiro). 11. Fungal diseases in fish (Helen E. Roberts). 12. Zoonotic diseases of fish (Stephen A. Smith). FISH MEDICINE. 13. Transport and hospitalization of the fish patient (Helen E. Roberts). 14. History (Helen E. Roberts). 15. Physical examination of fish (Helen E. Roberts). 16. Anesthesia, analgesia, and euthanasia (Helen E. Roberts). 17. Nonlethal diagnostic techniques (Helen E. Roberts, E. Scott Weber III, and Stephen A. Smith). 18. Surgery and wound management in fish (Helen E. Roberts). 19. Necropsy of fish (Drury Reavill). 20. Neoplasia in fish (Drury Reavill). 21. Specific syndromes and diseases (William H. Wildgoose and Brian Palmeiro). Index.4

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Book SynopsisNow in full color, Hematology Techniques and Concepts for Veterinary Technicians, Second Edition is a thorough update to this introduction to the fundamental concepts of collecting, handling, and preparing hematology samples. Covering the basics of blood composition, cell morphology, andsample collection, handling, and preparation, the book is designed specifically for veterinary technicians and students to gain a full understanding of why each test is performed and ensure accurate test results. In addition to addressing advances in technology, equipment, and test techniques throughout, a new chapter covers automated testing, and a companion website provides review questions and images from the book for download at www.wiley.com/go/voigt. Key concepts have also been added to each chapter to better promote learning, and terms are now defined throughout the text, with the definitions collected into a glossary. User-friendly and well-ilTrade Review"Even if this book is aimed at technicians, it is extremely useful for vet students . . . A glossary completes this valuable source of practical knowledge." (Tomorrow's Vet , 2011) "Instruments are illustrated with instruction on their use. Step-by-step illustrations show the test for antibody or antigen in serum. Good color photographs show the various cell types in various stages. As before, the book is directed to the newcomer and is a solid, useful reference." (Vin Book Reviews, 27 July 2011) "I recommend this book to any technician or veterinary student. It is better than the first edition." (Doody's, 3 June 2011) Table of ContentsPreface vii Acknowledgments ix 1 Introduction to the Hematology Laboratory 3 2 Composition of Blood 9 3 Blood Volume and Effects of Blood Loss 17 4 Blood Collection and Handling 23 5 Blood Smears and Staining 33 6 Routine Hematology Laboratory Tests 41 7 Automated Laboratory Methods and Instruments 71 8 Leukocyte Cell Types and Functions 83 9 Introduction to the Immune System 99 10 Erythrocyte Form, Function, and Indices 113 11 Erythrocyte Abnormalities 121 12 Anemias and Polycythemias 133 13 Hemostasis and Coagulation 141 14 Hematopoiesis and Bone Marrow Examination 151 15 Collection and Handling of Cytology Samples 159 Glossary 171 Recommended Reading 177 Index 179

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Book SynopsisFluid Therapy for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses provides veterinary support staff with essential information on administering fluid therapy.Trade Review“This is an excellent book for veterinary technicians in training as well as those in practice who want to review certain aspects of fluid therapy. Overall, I highly recommend this book and plan to keep it in my hospital’s library for review. ” (Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association, 16 September 2012) This book offers a very practical solution to the problems and questions related to the administration of fluids: which type, which rate, which route, what are the possible complications and how to deal with them..” (Vet Nurses Today, 1 April 2012) “Fluid Therapy for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses provides veterinary support staff with key details on fluid therapy and covers everything from placement to monitoring of intravenous fluid therapies and possible complications. It's designed for easy use and covers the basics, supporting nursing information with a companion website reviewing questions and answers and providing even more illustrations. Technicians and any administering fluid therapy to animals will find this a powerful presentation and a 'must' vet's reference.” (Midwest Book Review, 4 May 2012) “The case studies, along with the questions and answers, enable readers to test their comprehension. Overall, this is a useful book for veterinary technicians.” (Doody’s, 10 August 2012)"With the ease of use that this textbook offers, I feel that it would be a great resource for any veterinary clinic and can be useful to both veterinary nursing students and experienced veterinary nurses and technicians" NZ Vet Nurses Association, Dec 2016Table of ContentsPreface ix 1 Body Water 3 2 Patient Assessment 15 3 Routes of Administration 35 4 Fluid Pumps and Tools of Administration 67 5 Calculating Rates of Administration 87 6 Patient Monitoring 107 7 Complications of Fluid Therapy 135 8 Fluid Types 149 9 Fluid Selection 167 10 Parenteral Nutrition 179 11 Blood Transfusions and Blood Component Therapy 195 Appendix: Answers to Review Questions 221 Index 227

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Book SynopsisHarkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents, Fifth Edition is a practical reference in small mammal husbandry and health, encompassing the fields of laboratory animal medicine and pet practice.Trade Review"The stated goal of the book aims to provide an easy to use reference that adds to improving the welfare of rabbit and rodent species. That achievement is reached with this 5th edition; having added over 200 very informative photos, more pertinent case reports, expanded coverage with additional disease descriptions, and wonderful easy-to-read tables. An instant flip of the pages and the reader will connect with this texts ability to inform and teach." (The Vin Book Reviews, 25 February 2011) "My overall impression is that this is an indispensable text for practitioners in referral practice or studying towards a higher qualification, but would not be the text of choice for the average general practitioner." (Veterinary Record, 19 March 2011) The first edition of Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents was published in 1977. Since then, this has become a respected textbook that is commonly found on the bookshelves of people whose profession or hobby involves rodents and rabbits.... Despite the fact that it is now an extensively illustrated reference, this comprehensive text remains an affordable paperback that should be of broad interest." (JAVMA, September 2010) "This continues to be a strong introductory text for those caring for rodents and rabbits. The organization of the text facilitates the rapid development of differential diagnoses and performance of general biomethodology when caring for patients." (JAALAS, July 2010) "The fifth updated edition of Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents is a 'must' for any library strong in small mammal husbandry and health. From lab animal medicine and pet practice to diagnosis, case studies, and clinical assessments of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and more, this reference is a key 'must' for practicing clinicians and vet students alike." (The Midwest Book Review, June 2010)Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgments xiii Chapter 1. Introduction, General Husbandry, and Disease Prevention 3 Introduction 3 Sources of Information 5 Taxonomy, History, and Behavior 5 Regulatory Considerations 6 Genetically Modified Mice 7 Equipment Needs 9 Major Concerns in Husbandry 11 Factors Predisposing to Disease 14 Allergies to Rabbits and Rodents 17 References 19 Chapter 2. Biology and Husbandry 23 The Rabbit 23 The Guinea Pig 45 The Chinchilla 58 The Hamster 65 The Gerbil 74 The Mouse 83 The Rat 95 Chapter 3. Clinical Procedures 107 Sample Collection 107 Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, and Urinalysis 116 Medical Imaging 131 Ophthalmology 135 Administration of Drugs and Formulary 141 Anesthesia 147 Analgesia 167 Surgery 171 Dental Procedures in Rabbits and Rodents 180 Serologic Testing for Colony Health Surveillance 184 Other Special Techniques 187 Euthanasia 190 Chapter 4. Clinical Signs and Differential Diagnoses 195 The Rabbit 195 The Guinea Pig 208 The Chinchilla 219 The Hamster 220 The Gerbil 228 The Mouse 231 The Rat 239 Chapter 5. Specific Diseases and Conditions 249 Acariasis (Mite Infections) 249 Anorexia and Reduced Food Intake 260 Bordetella bronchiseptica Infections 262 Buphthalmia in Rabbits 265 Cestodiasis (Tapeworm Infestations) 266 Cilia-Associated Respiratory Bacillus Infections 269 Coccidiosis (Hepatic) in Rabbits 272 Coccidiosis (Intestinal) 275 Coronavirus Infections 277 Corynebacterium kutscheri Infections 283 Cryptosporidiosis 285 Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) 287 Encephalitozoonosis 289 Enteropathies 292 Epilepsy in Gerbils 305 Gastric Stasis in Rabbits 306 Hantavirus Infections 308 Heat Prostration 310 Helicobacter Infections 311 Hematuria and Pigmented Urine 313 Hypovitaminosis C (Scurvy) in Guinea Pigs 316 Lawsonia Infections (Proliferative Ileitis of Hamsters) 319 Listeriosis 321 Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus Infection 322 Malocclusion and Dental Disease 324 Mastitis 327 Mousepox (Ectromelia Virus) 327 Murine Encephalomyelitis 330 Murine Mycoplasmosis 331 Murine Norovirus Infections 334 Myiasis (Fly Strike)—Primary 335 Myiasis (Fly Strike)—Secondary 337 Myxomatosis 338 Nasal Dermatitis (Sore Nose) in Gerbils 339 Neoplasia 341 Nephrosis 348 Oxyuriasis (Pinworms) 350 Parvovirus Infections 353 Pasteurella multocida Infections 355 Pasteurella pneumotropica Infections 359 Pediculosis 361 Pneumocystosis 363 Pododermatitis 364 Pregnancy Toxemia 366 Rabies Virus Infection 367 Ringtail 368 Rotavirus Infections 369 Salmonellosis 371 Sendai Virus Infections 373 Spironucleosis 375 Splayleg in Rabbits 377 Staphylococcosis 378 Streptococcus pneumoniae Infections in Rodents 380 Streptococcus zooepidemicus Infections in Guinea Pigs 382 Transmissible Colonic Hyperplasia in Mice 383 Tularemia 385 Tyzzer’s Disease 386 Ulcerative Dermatitis (Moist Dermatitis) 389 Urolithiasis 390 Venereal Spirochetosis (Treponematosis) 392 Viral Hemorrhagic Disease in Rabbits 394 Chapter 6. Case Reports 397 The Rabbit 397 The Guinea Pig 400 The Chinchilla 402 The Hamster 403 The Gerbil 404 The Mouse 405 The Rat 406 Suggested Solutions 407 Rabbits 407 Guinea Pigs 412 Chinchillas 415 Hamsters 416 Gerbils 418 Mice 419 Rats 421 Index 423

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Book SynopsisImmunology: A Concise Review offers the essential and basic ideas of immunology as a quick reference for students, practitioners, and veterinary technicians. Although concise, the book is comprehensive and a knowledge of its contents will assure the reader a relatively thorough understanding of what is frequently a difficult subject. The book covers all of the basics of immunology, including chapters on: the origin and function of hemopoietic and lymphopoietic cells; non-specific immunity; antigens; complement; cell receptors and cytokines associated with the immune response; specific immune responses; responses to bacteria, fungi, protozoa, helminths, and tumors. More advanced topics include: an examination of all four hypersensitivity reactions; autoimmunity; immune deficiency diseases; organ transplant and rejection; vaccination and immunization; and immunodiagnostic techniques. Additionally, the book offers end of chapter glossaries and a cumulative glossary as wTable of ContentsPreface; Abbreviations and Greek Letters; Introducing immunology; The hemopoietic and lymphopoietic cells; natural immunity and resistance; The nature of antigens and immunogens; The complement system; T cell receptors, major histocompatibility complex and cytokines; The humoral immune response; The cell-mediated immune response; The immune system in action; Hypersensitivity reactions, allergy and anaphylaxis; Hypersensitivity reactions, cytotoxic/cytolytic, immune complex and delayed type; Autoimmunity; Immune deficiency diseases; immune deficiency diseases; Transplant/graft rejection; vaccination/immunisation; Immunodiagnostic techniques; Cumulative Glossary; Index

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Book SynopsisVeterinary Periodontology is a comprehensive yet user-friendly reference on periodontal disease in dogs and cats, encompassing etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical features.Table of ContentsContributors vi Reviewers vii Preface viii Section 1 Understanding the disease process 1 1 The structure and function of the periodontium 3 Kevin Stepaniuk and James E. Hinrichs 2 Etiology and pathogenesis of periodontal disease 18 3 Bacteriology of periodontal disease 35 Colin E. Harvey Section 2 The progression of disease 39 4 Gingivitis 41 5 Periodontitis 51 6 Local and regional consequences of periodontal disease 69 7 Systemic manifestations of periodontal disease 81 8 Unusual forms of periodontal disease 91 Section 3 Initial therapy of periodontal disease 105 9 Dental radiology for periodontal disease 107 Jerzy Gawor 10 The complete dental cleaning 129 11 Advanced non-surgical therapy 154 12 Local antibiotic usage 170 13 Home Plaque Control 175 14 Antibiotics in periodontal disease 186 R. Michael Peak Section 4 Periodontal surgical techniques 191 15 Gingival surgery 193 16 Periodontal flap surgery 206 17 Treatment of the exposed root surface 249 18 Osseous surgery and guided tissue regeneration 254 Brook A. Niemiec and Robert Furman 19 Furcation involvement and treatment 289 Paul Theuns Section 5 Related topics 297 20 Host modulation therapies 299 21 Patient management for periodontal therapy 305 Brett Beckman Section 6 Periodontal instrumentation 313 22 Periodontal hand instruments 315 23 Mechanical scalers 324 24 Other power equipment used in periodontology 330 Appendices 1 AVDC-Approved abbreviations 334 2 Dental charts 340 3 Sharpening 343 4 Resources 346 5 Plaque and calculus indices 348 Index 349

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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 SynopsisThe study of proteomics provides researchers with a better understanding of disease and physiological processes in animals.Table of ContentsContributors vii Acknowledgments xi Section 1: Exploring Animal Proteomes 3 1 An Introduction to Animal Proteomics 5Phillip D. Whitfield and P. David Eckersall 2 Types of Sample and Experimental Planning 11Christine Olver 3 Protein Separation Strategies 41Ingrid Miller 4 Methods and Approaches to Mass Spectroscopy-Based Protein Identification 77John D. Lippolis and Timothy A. Reinhardt 5 Bioinformatics in Animal Proteomics 103Paul Blakeley, James C. Wright, Simon J. Hubbard, and Andrew R. Jones 6 Comparative Proteomic Approaches 121Johanna S. Rees and Kathryn S. Lilley 7 Advancing Technologies for Spatial and Temporal Proteomics 159Mary Doherty Section 2: Applications of Proteomics in Animal Biology 189 8 Proteomic Strategies to Investigate Adaptive Processes 191L. Elaine Epperson and Sandra L. Martin 9 Investigation of Animal Venoms and Toxins 211Stephen McClean 10 Proteomics in Animal Health and Disease 243P. David Eckersall and Mark McLaughlin 11 Application of Proteomics to Elucidate Bacterium–Host Interactions 319David G.E. Smith 12 Animal Parasitology and Proteomics 349Richard Burchmore 13 Proteomics in Animal Reproduction and Breeding 369Divyaswetha Peddinti, Erdogan Memili, and Shane C. Burgess 14 Assessment in the Quality and Safety of Food of Animal Origin 397Begonya Marcos, Jingshun Liu, Dilip K. Rai, Alessio Di Luca, and Anne Maria Mullen Index 431

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Book SynopsisCompanion Animal Zoonoses is a comprehensive resource on diseases transmissible between animals and humans. Presenting detailed prevention and control strategies for zoonotic diseases, the book is an in-depth guide to practical information on the spread of disease between pet animals and humans.Trade Review"This book will be helpful to individuals working in public health as well as veterinarians working with companion animals and physicians working with pet owners ... The discussions are somewhat brief, but the excellent f references will be useful for veterinarians, physicians, and public health personnel needing more detailed information about a specific disease." (Doody's, 23 December 2011) "J. Scott Weese & Martha B. Fulford's Companion Animal Zoonoses provides a fine resource on diseases transmissible between animals and humans and surveys the latest research on disease incidence, risk, and management." (The Midwest Book Review, 1 November 2011) Table of ContentsPreface vii Contributors ix 1 Parasitic Diseases 3J. Scott Weese, Andrew S. Peregrine, Maureen E.C. Anderson, and Martha B. Fulford 2 Bacterial Diseases 109J. Scott Weese and Martha B. Fulford 3 Viral Diseases 241J. Scott Weese and Martha B. Fulford 4 Fungal Diseases 275J. Scott Weese and Martha B. Fulford 5 Pets and Immunocompromised Individuals 299Jason Stull 6 Pet Bites 311Martha B. Fulford Index 317

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Book SynopsisShelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff, Second Edition is the premier reference on shelter medicine. Divided into sections on management, species-specific animal husbandry, infectious disease, animal cruelty, shelter programs, behavior, and spay/neuter, the new edition has been reformatted in a more user-friendly design with briefer chapters and information cross-referenced between chapters. Maintaining a herd health approach, new and expanded chapters address issues of husbandry, infectious disease management, behavior forensics, population management, forensic toxicology, animal cruelty and hoarding, enrichment in shelters, spay/neuter, and shelter design. Now in full color, this fully updated new edition delivers a vast array of knowledge necessary to provide appropriate and humane care for shelter animals. Veterinarians, veterinary technicians and shelter professionals will find this to be the go-to resource on the unique aspects of shelter medicine that helpTrade Review“This book is an essential resource for all who are interested in this rapidly advancing field. I wore out my copy of the first edition, and I expect to do the same with this wonderfully updated book. This book belongs in the libraries of all animal shelters as well as those of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students who have an interest in shelter medicine.” (Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 March 2013) “An excellent tool for the “real” world.” (Vet Nurses Today, 1 July 2013) “The result is a fine guide to animal management, the latest laws, and the newest veterinary practices in a shelter environment: a 'must' for any veterinary reference collection.” (Midwest Book Review, 1 March 2013)Table of ContentsContributors xi Acknowledgment xv Introduction xvii Section 1: Introduction 1 Introduction to Animal Sheltering 3 Stephen Zawistowski and Julie Morris 2 Population Statistics 13 Janet Scarlett 3 Shelter Design 21 Lucinda Schlaffer and Paul Bonacci 4 Sanitation 37 Kay Steneroden 5 Administrative Issues 49 Bonnie Yoffe-Sharp 6 Legal Issues for Shelters 59 Jane McBride Section 2: Husbandry 7 Quality of Life, Stress, and Emotional Pain in Shelter Animals 83 Franklin D. McMillan 8 Population Management 93 Sandra Newbury and Kate Hurley 9 Canine Care in the Animal Shelter 115 Lila Miller and Stephanie Janeczko 10 Feline Care in the Animal Shelter 145 Brenda Griffin 11 The Care of Small Mammals in the Animal Shelter 185 Christopher S. Hanley 12 Reptile and Amphibian Care in the Animal Shelter 201 Natalie Isaza and Ramiro Isaza 13 Avian Care in the Animal Shelter 225 Debra A. Nicholson 14 Temporary Care of Wildlife in the Animal Shelter 247 Scott Diehl and Cheryl Diehl 15 Equine Care in the Animal Shelter 263 Jeannine Berger, John Madigan and Kathry Holcomb Section 3: Infectious Disease 16 Strategies for Management of Infectious Diseases in a Shelter 281 Miranda Spindel 17 Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases in Shelter Populations 287 Janet Scarlett 18 Practical Overview of Common Infectious Disease Agents 297 Elise Gingrich and Michael Lappin 19 Disease Recognition and Diagnostic Testing 329 Kate Hurley and Patricia Pesavento 20 Treatment Strategies 34 Julie D. Dinnage 21 Outbreak Management 349 Jeanette O’Quin Section 4: Animal Cruelty 22 Overview of Animal Cruelty Laws 371 Stacy Wolf 23 Veterinary Forensics: Medical Evaluation of Abused Live Animals 383 Robert W. Reisman 24 Examination of the Deceased Victim 407 Melinda Merck 25 Forensic Toxicology 421 Sharon Gwaltney-Brant 26 Animal Hoarding 431 Gary Patronek 27 Animal Fighting 441 Randall Lockwood 28 Equine Cruelty 453 Pamela Corey Section 5: Shelter Programs 29 Emergency Medicine in the Animal Shelter 463 Cynthia D. Delany 30 Euthanasia 469 Martha Smith-Blackmore 31 Foster Care 495 Martha Smith-Blackmore and Sandra Newbury 32 Disaster and Emergency Planning and Response for Animal Shelters 517 Kevin M. Dennison and Jeanie Lin Section 6: Behavior 33 Behavior Evaluation, Adoption, and Follow-Up 531 Emily Weiss and Heather Mohan-Gibbons 34 Behavioral Enrichment 541 Katherine Miller and Stephen Zawistowski 35 Animal Behavior Forensics: Evaluation of Dangerous Dogs and Cruelty Victims 559 Pamela J. Reid 36 Behavioral Pharmacotherapy in the Animal Shelter 569 Amy Marder Section 7: Spay/Neuter 37 Spay/Neuter Services for Shelter and Community Animals 579 Kathleen V. Makolinski 38 Anesthesia and Pain Management 593 Andrea Looney 39 Surgical Techniques for Spay/Neuter 625 Philip A. Bushby 40 Pediatric Neutering 647 Leslie Appel and Janet Scarlett 41 Management of Stray and Feral Community Cats 669 Julie K. Levy and Christine L. Wilford 42 Nonsurgical Sterilization of Cats and Dogs 689 Brenda Griffin Appendix 1 Resources for Veterinary and Shelter Professionals 697 Appendix 2 Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters 701 Index 703

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Book SynopsisBlackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases and Parasitology, Second Edition takes a user-friendly alphabetical format to cover a wide spectrum of canine and feline infectious diseases and parasite-related disorders. Part of the popular Five-Minute Veterinary Consult series, it includes information on many specific organisms and diseases, from amebiasis and Ehrlichiosis to rabies and ticks. The text also provides extensive differential diagnostic lists, as well as information on drugs, dosages, toxicity, treatment options, diagnostic testing, immunization recommendations, and cytological appearance. The Second Edition presents three new chapters oncanine influenza, sarcoptic mange, and staphylococcal pyoderma.Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases and Parasitology, Second Edition is an ideal quick reference for veterinary professionals and studTrade Review“Apart from this, it provides a concise and valuable reference for small animal clinicians and a support for students developing an interest in infectious diseases and parasites.” (Veterinary Record, 25 May 2013) “This recently published book provides an excellent overview of all you need to know about dealing with “bugs”, from tiny (but deadly) viruses to tapeworms! . . . This book is also an excellent help for new graduates, who no doubt will appreciate the clear differential lists.” (Vet Nurses Today, 1 October 2012) “The result is an in-depth at-a-glance reference highly recommended for any veterinary collection.” (Midwest Book Review, 1 June 2012) Table of ContentsContributors xi Preface xiii Acknowledgments xvi Chapter 1 Amebiasis 3 Chapter 2 Anaerobic Infections 7 Chapter 3 Angiostrongylus Infection 11 Chapter 4 Aspergillosis—Nasal 16 Chapter 5 Aspergillosis—Systemic 23 Chapter 6 Astrovirus Infection 29 Chapter 7 Babesiosis 32 Chapter 8 Balantidiasis 40 Chapter 9 Bartonellosis 44 Chapter 10 Blastomycosis 51 Chapter 11 Bordetellosis: Cats 58 Chapter 12 Botulism 63 Chapter 13 Brucellosis 67 Chapter 14 Campylobacteriosis 73 Chapter 15 Candidiasis 77 Chapter 16 Canine Coronavirus Infection 82 Chapter 17 Canine Distemper 86 Chapter 18 Canine Herpesvirus Infection 92 Chapter 19 Canine Influenzavirus Infection 96 Chapter 20 Canine Lungworm (Crenosoma) 101 Chapter 21 Canine Lungworm (Filaroides) 106 Chapter 22 Canine Parvovirus Infection 110 Chapter 23 Canine Tracheal Worm (Oslerus) 117 Chapter 24 Chagas Disease (American Trypanosomiasis) 124 Chapter 25 Cheyletiellosis 131 Chapter 26 Chlamydiosis: Cats 135 Chapter 27 Clostridial Enterotoxicosis 139 Chapter 28 Coccidioidomycosis 144 Chapter 29 Coccidiosis 151 Chapter 30 Colibacillosis 156 Chapter 31 Cryptococcosis 160 Chapter 32 Cryptosporidiosis 167 Chapter 33 Cuterebriasis 172 Chapter 34 Cytauxzoonosis 177 Chapter 35 Demodicosis 181 Chapter 36 Dermatophilosis 189 Chapter 37 Dermatophytosis: Keratinophilic Mycosis 193 Chapter 38 Ear Mites 200 Chapter 39 Ehrlichiosis 203 Chapter 40 Feline Calicivirus Infection 213 Chapter 41 Feline Foamy (Syncytium-Forming) Virus Infection 220 Chapter 42 Feline Herpesvirus Infection 223 Chapter 43 Feline Immunodeficiency Virus 229 Chapter 44 Feline Infectious Peritonitis 235 Chapter 45 Feline Leukemia Virus Infection 243 Chapter 46 Feline Lungworm (Aelurostrongylus) 249 Chapter 47 Feline Panleukopenia 253 Chapter 48 Fleas and Flea Control 258 Chapter 49 Giardiasis 263 Chapter 50 Heartworm Disease—Cats 270 Chapter 51 Heartworm Disease: Dogs 275 Chapter 52 Helicobacter Infection 283 Chapter 53 Hemotropic Mycoplasmosis 288 Chapter 54 Hepatozoonosis 295 Chapter 55 Histoplasmosis 301 Chapter 56 Hookworms 309 Chapter 57 Infectious Canine Hepatitis Virus Infection 315 Chapter 58 Infectious Canine Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough) 320 Chapter 59 Kidney Worm (Dioctophyma) 325 Chapter 60 L-Form Bacterial Infections 328 Chapter 61 Leishmaniasis 331 Chapter 62 Leptospirosis 337 Chapter 63 Liver Fluke Infection 343 Chapter 64 Lung Fluke Infection (Paragonimus) 348 Chapter 65 Lyme Borreliosis 353 Chapter 66 Mycobacterial Infections 360 Chapter 67 Microsporidiosis 369 Chapter 68 Mycoplasmosis 373 Chapter 69 Nasal Capillariasis (Eucoleus) 378 Chapter 70 Nasal Mites (Pneumonyssoides) 381 Chapter 71 Neosporosis 385 Chapter 72 Nocardiosis 390 Chapter 73 Ollulanus Infection 394 Chapter 74 Physaloptera Infection 397 Chapter 75 Plague 401 Chapter 76 Pneumocystosis 405 Chapter 77 Pox Virus Infection 409 Chapter 78 Protothecosis 412 Chapter 79 Pseudorabies Virus Infection 416 Chapter 80 Pythiosis 419 Chapter 81 Q Fever 424 Chapter 82 Rabies 428 Chapter 83 Reovirus Infection 433 Chapter 84 Respiratory Capillariasis (Eucoleus) 436 Chapter 85 Rhinosporidium Infection 440 Chapter 86 Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever 443 Chapter 87 Rotavirus Infection 450 Chapter 88 Roundworms (Ascariasis) 453 Chapter 89 Salmonellosis 461 Chapter 90 Salmon Poisoning468 Chapter 91 Sarcocystis 472 Chapter 92 Sarcoptic Mange 475 Chapter 93 Spirocerca lupi 479 Chapter 94 Sporotrichosis 484 Chapter 95 Staphylococcal/Bacterial Pyoderma and Resistant 488 Chapter 96 Streptococcal Infections 495 Chapter 97 Strongyloides 500 Chapter 98 Tapeworms (Cestodiasis) 505 Chapter 99 Tetanus 510 Chapter 100 Tick Bite Paralysis 517 Chapter 101 Ticks and Tick Control 521 Chapter 102 Toxoplasmosis 526 Chapter 103 Trichinosis 535 Chapter 104 Trichomoniasis 539 Chapter 105 Trichosporonosis 543 Chapter 106 Tularemia 546 Chapter 107 Tyzzer’s Disease 550 Chapter 108 Urinary Capillariasis (Pearsonema) 553 Chapter 109 Whipworms (Trichuriasis) 556 Appendices 561 Appendix A Vaccination Schedule 562 Appendix B Products for Treatment of Canine Intestinal Parasites 564 Appendix C Parasiticides for Cats 565 Appendix D Canine Heartworm Preventatives 567 Appendix E Canine Products with Efficacies Against Arthropods 568 Appendix F Drug Formulary 569 Index 613

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Book SynopsisNow in full color throughout, Duncan and Prasse s Veterinary Laboratory Medicine: Clinical Pathology, Fifth Edition offers a comprehensive overview of hematology, hemostasis, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and reference intervals in a highly accessible outline format.Trade Review“The book is modestly priced and is of substantial value to veterinary students, interns, residents, and clinicians as well as those who specialize in clinical pathology.” (Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 March 2013) “In this light, Duncan & Prasse’s Veterinary Laboratory Medicine meets and exceeds expectations by providing a comprehensive, but accessible text. This title is included on the most recent ACVP reading list, and, as such, should be considered by all veterinary pathology residents as required." (Veterinary Clinical Pathology, 4 June 2013) "This text is comprehensive for the domesticated mammalian species, and provides an extremely valuable addition to the texts available for avian clinical pathology." (Veterinary Record, 25 February 2012) "This is surely a book which will prove invaluable throughout your career." (Tomorrow's Vets, 1 January 2012) "Links to a companion website provide full reference to all downloadable details in a highly recommended guide for any vet collection." (The Midwest Book Review, 1 November 2011) Table of ContentsContributing Authors vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xi Chapter 1. Erythrocytes 3 Chapter 2. Leukocytes 45 Chapter 3. Hematopoietic Neoplasia 83 Chapter 4. Hemostasis 107 Chapter 5. Water, Electrolytes, and Acid base 145 Chapter 6. Proteins, Lipids, and Carbohydrates 173 Chapter 7. Liver 211 Chapter 8. Digestive system 231 Chapter 9. Urinary system 253 Chapter 10. Muscle 283 Chapter 11. Endocrine system 295 Chapter 12. Cytology 331 Chapter 13. Generating and interpreting test results: Test Validity, Quality Control, Reference values, and Basic epidemiology 365 Case studies 383 Index 475

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Book SynopsisDesigned to be used as a teaching tool for the veterinary dentistry technician, this book explains basic biology of teeth and related structures. It then progresses through how-to chapters on dental prophy and covers other assistant roles of the technician.Table of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgements xi 1 Oral and Dental functional Anatomy 3 2 Maintaining Dental Equipment and Supplies 21 3 Dental Radiology 37 4 Periodontal Disease 67 5 Performing the Dental Prophy 81 6 Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Postsurgical Support 101 7 Dental Charting 121 8 Assisting with Extractions 141 9 Assisting with Periodontics 157 10 Assisting with Endodontics 167 11 Assisting with Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Restorative Dentistry 183 12 Client Education 213 Appendix 1 Related Books 241 Appendix 2 Veterinary Dental Associations 243 Appendix 3 Dental Abbreviations of the American Veterinary Dental College 245 Appendix 4 Position Statement of the American Veterinary Dental College 253 Appendix 5 Dental Suppliers 255 Index 257

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Book SynopsisParasitic Diseases of Wild Birds provides thorough coverage of major parasite groups affecting wild bird species. Broken into four sections covering protozoa, heminths, leeches, and arthropod parasites, this volume will provide reviews of the history, disease, epizootiology, pathology, and population impacts caused by parasitic disease.Trade Review"This is an excellent text that contains a tremendous amount of information useful for both wildlife biologists and veterinarians." - Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, June 2009 "Overall this very reasonably-priced book is quite well done. I recommend this book to any veterinarian working with wild birds or wild-caught birds including zoo specimens or veterinary students with an interest in such matters. Wildlife biologists, wildlife rehabilitators and wildlife centers should also find this book useful. University parasitologists should also find an interest in this new offering." -Veterinary Information NetworkTable of ContentsPreface vii Contributors ix Section I Introduction 1. Parasitism: Costs and Effects 3 Gary A. Wobeser Section II Protozoa 2. Haemoproteus 13 Carter T. Atkinson 3. Avian Malaria 35 Carter T. Atkinson 4. Leucocytozoonosis 54 Donald J. Forrester and Ellis C. Greiner 5. Isospora, Atoxoplasma, and Sarcocystis 108 Ellis C. Greiner 6. Trichomonosis 120 Donald J. Forrester and Garry W. Foster 7. Histomonas 154 William R. Davidson 8. Eimeria 162 Michael J. Yabsley 9. Disseminated Visceral Coccidiosis in Cranes 181 Marilyn G. Spalding, James W. Carpenter, and Meliton N. Novilla 10. Cryptosporidium 195 David S. Lindsay and Byron L. Blagburn 11. Toxoplasma 204 J. P. Dubey Section III Helminths 12. Trematodes 225 Jane E. Huffman 13. Schistosomes 246 Jane E. Huffman and Bernard Fried 14. Cestodes 261 J. Daniel McLaughlin 15. Acanthocephala 277 Dennis J. Richardson and Brent B. Nickol 16. Eustrongylidosis 289 Marilyn G. Spalding and Donald J. Forrester 17. Trichostrongylus 316 Daniel M. Tompkins 18. Dispharynx, Echinuria, and Streptocara 326 Ramon A. Carreno 19. Tracheal Worms 343 M. A. Fernando and John R. Barta 20. Amidostomum and Epomidiostomum 355 Alan M. Fedynich and Nancy J. Thomas 21. Tetrameridosis 376 John M. Kinsella and Donald J. Forrester 22. Avioserpensosis 384 John M. Kinsella 23. Heterakis and Ascaridia 388 Alan M. Fedynich 24. Ascaridoid Nematodes: Contracaecum, Porrocaecum, and Baylisascaris 413 Hans-Peter Fagerholm and Robin M. Overstreet 25. Diplotriaena, Serratospiculum, and Serratospiculoides 434 Mauritz C. Sterner III and Rebecca A. Cole 26. Filarioid Nematodes 439 Cheryl M. Bartlett 27. Capillarid Nematodes 463 Michael J. Yabsley Section IV Leeches 28. Leech Parasites of Birds 501 Ronald W. Davies, Fredric R. Govedich, and William E. Moser Section V Arthropods 29. Phthiraptera, the Chewing Lice 515 Dale H. Clayton, Richard J. Adams, and Sarah E. Bush 30. Acariasis 527 Danny B. Pence 31. Black Flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) 537 Douglas C. Currie and D. Bruce Hunter 32. Myiasis in Wild Birds 546 Susan E. Little Index 557

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Book SynopsisCancer Chemotherapy for the Veterinary Health Team is a clinically relevant and practical manual designed as a guide for the safe and effective administration of cancer chemotherapy.Trade Review“This would be a useful resource for any veterinary clinic that elects to offer chemotherapy as an option for its clients. It details a comprehensive approach in an easy to follow format.” (Doody’s, 6 April 2012) “This would be a useful resource for any veterinary clinic that elects to offer chemotherapy as an option for its clients. It details a comprehensive approach in an easy to follow format.” (Doody’s, 6 April 2012)Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgments xi 1 Dispelling the Myths of Animal Cancer and Its Treatment 3Douglas H. Thamm 2 Cancer Basics 15Kenneth Crump 3 Preparation for Chemotherapy Administration 23Kenneth Crump 4 Assessment of the Chemotherapy Patient 37Kenneth Crump and Douglas H. Thamm 5 Chemotherapy Handling, Safety, and Disposal 57Richard Allen and Kenneth Crump 6 Workflow for Chemotherapy Administration 71Kenneth Crump 7 Chemotherapy Agents 93Douglas H. Thamm 8 Management of Chemotherapy Side Effects 101Douglas H. Thamm 9 Compassionate Client Communication 113Erin Allen and Gail Bishop Glossary 135 Index 141

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Book SynopsisEquine Pharmacology combines highly practical therapeutic guidance with reliable scientific background information to provide a clinically relevant resource.Trade Review“Equine Pharmacologywill be a valuable resource for practicing veterinarians and veterinary students who are interested specifically in treating horses and understanding the rationale for the most commonly used therapeutics in equine medicine . . . In summary, this book is a succinct and accurate resource that will provide readers with a clear understanding for most of the therapeutic options available for horses.” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 June 2015) “I would thoroughly recommend this book and consider it to be both a useful buy and value for money, as well as filling a much-needed place in any practice library or vet’s car.” (Veterinary Practice, 1 May 2015)"Equine pharmacology will be of benefit to veterinary students and practitioners, providing a succinct basis and approach to the clinical application of pharmacology in horses. As such, it will serve as a useful reference text in both hospital-based and ambulatory clinician settings for the provision of practical pharmacological management of equine patients." (Australian Veterinary Journal, 3 March 2017) Table of ContentsContributors vi Preface viii Section 1: General Review Section 1 Horse of a different color: Peculiarities of equine pharmacology 3 Lara Maxwell 2 Basics of antimicrobial therapy for the horse 16 Cynthia Cole 3 Anesthesia and sedation in the field 44 Jennifer E. Carter 4 Clinical application of equine analgesics 63 Sheilah A. Robertson and L. Chris Sanchez 5 Pharmacology of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs 76 Cynthia Cole 6 Parasiticides for use in horses 85 Tad Coles and Randy Lynn 7 Foals are not just mini horses 99 K. Gary Magdesian 8 Fluids and electrolytes for the equine clinician 118 Brett Tennent-Brown 9 Drug and medication control programs in equine athletes 131 Scot Waterman and Jennifer Durenburger Section 2: Therapeutics: A Systems Approach 10 Clinical pharmacology of the respiratory system 139 Melissa R. Mazan and Michelle L. Ceresia 11 Clinical application of gastrointestinal therapeutics 183 L. Chris Sanchez 12 Treatment of equine nervous system disorders 192 Cynthia Cole and Bradford Bentz 13 Clinical pharmacology of the equine musculoskeletal system 218 Bradford Bentz 14 Therapy of the eye 254 Amber Labelle 15 Pharmacological treatment of equine endocrine diseases 270 Dianne McFarlane 16 Equine cardiovascular clinical pharmacology 279 Meg Sleeper 17 Clinical pharmacology of diseases of the equine urinary system 291 Nora Nogradi and Balazs Toth Index 308

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