Veterinary medicine Books

Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContributors xiii Acknowledgments xv Introduction: Why a Book on Decision-Making in Veterinary Practice? xvii Section 1 Fundamental Concepts in Making Clinical Decisions 1 1 How to Define Your Success as a Clinician 3Barry Kipperman 2 How to Obtain a Patient History 17Barry Kipperman 3 Informed Consent 25Barry Kipperman 4 Risks, Benefits, and Ageism 37Barry Kipperman 5 Client Education Beyond Informed Consent: The Most Important Thing an Owner Needs to Know 47Barry Kipperman 6 Euthanasia 53Barry Kipperman and Kathleen Cooney 7 Referrals 67Barry Kipperman 8 The Influence of Economics on Decision-Making 77Barry Kipperman 9 How to Optimize Patient Outcomes 91Barry Kipperman 10 Medical Errors 107Barry Kipperman and Jim Clark Section 2 Principles of Diagnosis 121 11 The Influence of Patient Weight on Decision-Making 123Barry Kipperman 12 The Influence of Age and Aging on Decision-Making 129Barry Kipperman 13 The Day of the Week Matters 135Barry Kipperman 14 The Time of Day Matters 141Barry Kipperman 15 Serial Monitoring of Laboratory Results 147Barry Kipperman 16 Overdiagnosis and Useful Diagnosis 155Barry Kipperman 17 The Minimum Database 167Barry Kipperman 18 In What Order Should Tests Be Performed? 173Barry Kipperman 19 Diagnostic Errors 179Barry Kipperman 20 Providing a Prognosis 189Barry Kipperman Section 3 Principles of Treatment 199 21 Inpatient or Outpatient? 201Barry Kipperman 22 The Therapeutic Trial 207Barry Kipperman 23 Interpreting Therapeutic Outcomes 217Barry Kipperman 24 Setting Goals and Therapeutic Endpoints 227Barry Kipperman 25 Pain Management 235Barry Kipperman Index 245

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Book SynopsisSuitable for veterinary assistants and technicians, this book offers an engaging approach to learning medical terms and understanding basic principles of veterinary medicine. Focusing on how medical terms are formed, analyzed, and defined, it discusses anatomical landmarks, the positioning of animals, and the relationships between body parts.Trade Review1. Ready, Set, Go. 2. Where, Why, What. 3. Meat and Bones. 4. Head and Toe (And All Parts in Between). 5. What is in a Name? 6. Gut Instincts. 7. Null and Void. 8. Have a Heart. 9. A Breath of Fresh Air. 10. Skin Deep. 11. The Great Communicator. 12. 1 + 1 = 3 (or More). 13. Nerves of Steel. 14. Seeing and Hearing. 15. Feed and Protect Me. 16. Testing, Testing. 17. Drugs and Dissection. 18. Like Cats and Dogs. 19. Horse Sense. 20. Make Room for Ruminants. 21. Hog Haven. 22. Birds of a Feather. 23. All the Rest. Appendices. Index.Table of Contents1. Ready, Set, Go. 2. Where, Why, What. 3. Meat and Bones. 4. Head and Toe (And All Parts in Between). 5. What is in a Name? 6. Gut Instincts. 7. Null and Void. 8. Have a Heart. 9. A Breath of Fresh Air. 10. Skin Deep. 11. The Great Communicator. 12. 1 + 1 = 3 (or More). 13. Nerves of Steel. 14. Seeing and Hearing. 15. Feed and Protect Me. 16. Testing, Testing. 17. Drugs and Dissection. 18. Like Cats and Dogs. 19. Horse Sense. 20. Make Room for Ruminants. 21. Hog Haven. 22. Birds of a Feather. 23. All the Rest. Appendices. Index.

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Book SynopsisPractical guidance to improving animal wellbeing by changing human behaviour Practical Human Behaviour Change for the Health and Welfare of Animals is the practical guide to helping people change behaviour for the welfare, wellbeing, and health of their animals. Grounded in evidence, this book enables readers to understand some of the underlying causes of human behaviour towards animals and deliver the crucial techniques and skills to help people make needed behavior changes. These techniques, including the use of the Stages of Change model, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and skilled Active Listening, support practical interventions for owner's behaviors such as those around diet, exercise, weight control, and breeding; the text also supports professionals through difficult conversations such as euthanasia, hoarding, and giving up ownership. These approaches have been found to improve outcomes for animals as well as engagement with workers by owners. This way o

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Book SynopsisCharts 200 years of growth, development and global contributions of veterinary education in EdinburghTrade Review"A 20-year project has resulted in a most informative and enjoyable publication. The authors are to be praised for clearly describing over 200 years of history, eloquently documenting the conception, growth and prosperity of the Royal (Dick) Veterinary School. Highly recommended to all with an interest in the veterinary profession.?" -Paul Watkins, Consultant Veterinary Surgeon

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Book SynopsisThe application of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) can assist in improving and optimising the diagnosis, prognosis, control, treatment and ultimately the welfare of animals. It can also provide the user with a methodology for appropriate, patient orientated life-long, self-directed, learning. To practise evidence-based veterinary medicine we require a range of skills that we may not have. This book explains what evidence-based veterinary medicine is and shows how it can be applied to veterinary practice to improve the quality of care for patients and provide informed choices for owners. It provides the reader with a toolkit of skills necessary to practise evidence-based veterinary medicine. This book is aimed at practitioners but will be of interest to veterinary surgeons at any stage of their training or career wishing to learn about EBVM.Trade Review"It addresses an emerging topic, which has 'been around' in human medicine for several years. The topic has yet to be taken up widely in veterinary medicine." "I would suspect that most US veterinary school libraries would purchase a copy as well as the obvious UK market." Mike Thrusfield, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Medicine, Edinburgh. "An overview of this topic is timely, especially as it is forming part of the undergraduate curriculum." John Innes, Orthopaedic Specialist, University of Bristol. "An interesting and understandable presentation introducing the relatively novel concept of EBVM." Lab Animal News (US)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction. 2. Turning Information Needs into Questions. 3. Sources of Information. 4. Searching for Evidence. 5. Research Studies. 6. Appraising the Evidence. 7. Diagnosis. 8. Clinical Diagnostic Decision Support (CDDSSs). 9. Decision Analysis, Models and Economics as Evidence. 10. EBVM: Education and Future Needs. Glossary. Bibliography. Answers to Review Questions. Index

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Book SynopsisSuitable for both laboratory personnel and zoo workers, this book discusses the care of primates in captivity.Trade Review"This book covers all aspects of primate care and management, in the laboratory and environment and zoos. It covers the welfare and ethics of primate captivitiy, housing, husbandry, environmental enrichment, nutritional requirements, breeding issues, primate diseases, transportation and quarantine procedures. This book would be of use to veterinarians and those who work with or who are involved in the care of captive primates." (CAB Abstracts, 2005) "This book is a good source of reference for people working with primates or starting off a collection. There has been a lack of up-to-date concise books on this topic and the Handbook of Primate Husbandry and Welfare fills this niche." (Primate Eye, Official Journal of Primate Society of Great Britain, 2005) "The book is a useful compendium of information on health, nutrition, housing, and management of the most commonly used primates in biomedical and behavioural research... it should be on the shelf of every animal facility that houses nonhuman primates" (International Journal of Primatology, April 2006) "Thorough guide to the…care of laboratory and zoo-held monkeys…useful introduction into the mainly diverse and interconnected issues surrounding care and management of primates in captivity." (Journal of Wildlife Diseases)Table of ContentsPreface vii Acknowledgements viii 1 Primates: Their characteristics and relationship with man 1 What is a primate? 1 Primate characteristics 3 Why are primates special? 6 Ethical considerations of animals in captivity 8 Legal considerations 11 Further reading 12 2 The physical environment 15 Considerations in accommodation design 15 Indoor/outdoor/combination facilities? 22 Environmental conditions 24 Waste management 29 Further research needed 29 Further reading 30 3 Staff management and health and safety 33 Selection of staff 33 Training of staff 33 Health and safety issues 33 Lone working 41 Employee security 41 Further reading 41 4 Nutrition 43 Natural feeding ecology 43 Diet formulation and processing 45 Energy requirements 45 Carbohydrate, protein and fat 46 Minerals and vitamins 48 Water 49 Supplements 50 Different life stages 51 Hand rearing of infants 55 Further reading 57 5 Physical well-being 59 Assessment of physical health 59 Quarantine programme 67 Health-screening programme 68 Common infectious diseases 73 Husbandry-related diseases 89 Sedation of primates 92 Further reading 92 6 Psychological well-being 99 Strategy for psychological well-being 99 Environmental enrichment 100 Assessment of psychological health 111 Further reading 112 7 Training of primates 115 Why train primates? 115 Sociality and psychological well-being in primates 116 Primate behaviour 120 Modification of behaviour 121 Further reading 128 8 Breeding 129 Group systems and sizes 129 Primate fertility 132 Natural suppression of fertility 134 Reproductive cycles 137 Artificial control of reproduction 138 Pregnancy diagnosis 139 Parturition 139 Lactation and weaning 141 Breeding lifespan 143 Selection of breeding males 144 Further reading 145 9 Sourcing and transporting primates 149 Background 149 Transportation 152 Provision during transport 157 Post-move monitoring 158 Further reading 160 Index 163

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Book SynopsisThere has been a recent explosion of active concern in matters of animal welfare. The science behind animal welfare has progressed significantly, new codes of practice and legislation have come into to being, and innovative methods to assess welfare schemes for food production have emerged. Part of a major animal welfare series, Animal Welfare: Limping Towards Eden is John Webster''s new and groundbreaking work on animal welfare. Building on his first book, the highly acclaimed Animal Welfare: A Cool Eye Towards Eden, it not only critically reviews areas of development, but looks to how animal welfare can be improved in the future. Special consideration is given to: Defining animal welfare (''fit and happy'') and establishing a systematic approach for its evaluation (the ''five freedoms''); Providing a sound ethical framework that affords proper respect to animals within the broader context of our duties as citizens to the welTrade Review"Professor Webster remains at all times the epitome of credibility" "The book quickly offers remedies in the form of practical and realistic hope, conveyed with an honest, personal and at times amusing style." Veterinary Record, 2005 Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction: Facts and Values. 2. Challenge and Response. 3. Sentience, Sense and Sufferering. 4. Husbandry and Welfare on the Farm: Assessment and Assurance. 5. Animals for Food: Indutrialized Farming, Pigs and Poultry. 6. Animals for Food: Cattle and Other Ruminants. 7. Animals for Food: Handling, Transport and Slaughter. 8. Animals for Science and Biotechnology. 9. Animals for Sport. 10. Animals as Pets. 11. Limping Towards Eden: Stepping Stones. Further Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Sciences of Animal Welfare analyses the diverse, interconnecting subjects which constitute this fascinating multidisciplinary field, whilst also considering the limitations and benefits of those subjects to the development and future of Animal Welfare Science.Trade Review"The book is appropriately organized and clearly written, and there are abundant reference citations. Each chapter starts with a detailed outline to quickly guide readers to the paragraph of interest. " (Vet Med Today, 15 June 2010) "Provides a clearly reasoned and thorough theoretical framework for the evaluation and solution of animal welfare problems in the highly technological environment in which many veterinarians work. Veterinarians, managers, and technicians involved with intensive animal care and use programs in any setting will find this book extremely valuable... The book requires readers to pay close attention, but it will reward them with a valuable new perspective and approach to solving critical problems." (JAVMA, June 2010) "Provides a solid foundation for understanding and developing perspective on issues of animal welfare which have previously been addressed by varied facets of society in a more abstract manner. The authors present their well-informed opinions but advocate strongly as well for the application of objective measurement techniques and evidence-based approaches to inform the evolution of the field. The use of summary phrases to introduce each new thought or section is an outstanding approach to presenting the information, which other books would do well to adopt." (Doody's, February 2010)Table of ContentsForeword. Preface. Acknowledgements. Part 1 Introduction. 1 Focus of Animal Welfare. Part 2 Paths from the Past. 2 Agricultural Sciences and Animal Welfare: Crop Production and Animal Production. 3 Veterinary Science and Animal Welfare. 4 Genetics, Biotechnology and Animal Breeding: Mixed Blessings. Part 3 Assessment of Animal Welfare. 5 Animal Welfare, Grading Compromise and Mitigating Suffering. 6 Standardized Behavioural Testing in Non-Verbal Humans and Other Animals. Part 4 Human Inputs and Animal Welfare. 7 Human–Animal Interactions and Animal Welfare. 8 Environmental Enrichment: Studying the Nature of Nurture. 9 Social Contexts of Animal Welfare. Part 5 Thinking Outside the Box. 10 Integrated Perspectives: Sleep, Developmental Stage and Animal Welfare. 11 The Wider Context of Animal Welfare Science. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe first accessible reference on carrying out veterinary clinical research, covering all the core research methods as well as aspects specific to veterinary medicine. Written for veterinary clinicians, students and researchers who need to learn about research methodology. Special attention is given to ethical and legal issues.Trade Review“Any college-level collection strong in veterinary science needs a handbook [on] how to carry out clinical research … [this book] fits that bill … .Outstanding survey.” California Bookwatch “The first accessible information on how to carry out veterinary clinical research. Covering all the core research methods as well as aspects specific to veterinary medicine. Special attention is given to ethical and legal issues … .This is useful as an introduction to clinical research and as a quick reference for sample size determination.” Doody's ReviewsTable of ContentsForeword. 1. Introduction. 1.1 What Is Veterinary Clinical Research?. 1.2 What Is The ‘Scientific Method’?. 1.3 Errors And Truth. 1.4 Why Do We Perform Veterinary Clinical Research?. 1.5 Research From Practice. References. 2. Establishing The Hypothesis. 2.1 What Is The Question?. 2.2 What Are The Characteristics Of A Good Research Question?. 2.3 Selecting The Research Questions. 2.4 The Hypothesis. 2.5 The Question Doesn’t Translate Into A Hypothesis. 2.6 Initial Study Design. 2.7 Problems With The Research Question And Study Design. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 3. Sampling, Subject Selection Criteria And Recruitment. 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Surveys. 3.3 Observational Clinical Studies And Clinical Trials. 3.4 The Calculation Of Sample Size. 3.5 Summary. Reference. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 4. Variables. 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Types Of Variable. 4.3 Measurement Scales. 4.4 Precision And Accuracy. 4.5 Summary. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 5. Introducing Statistics: Preparing To Make A Sample Size Estimation. 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Statistical Principles. 5.3 Testing For Statistical Significance. 5.4 Other Statistical Tests And Choosing The Appropriate Statistical Test. Reference. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 6. How Many Animals/Patients Are Needed? Estimating The Sample Size. 6.1 Introduction. 6.2 Producing The Sample Size Estimate. 6.3 Sample Size Required Per Group For The Comparison Of Two Means. 6.4 Sample Size Required Per Group For The Comparison Of Multiple Means. 6.5 Sample Size Required Per Group For The Comparison Of Two Proportions. 6.6 Sample Size Techniques For Analytic Studies And Experiments. 6.7 Further Considerations When Estimating Sample Size. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. Appendix 6.1: Tables Estimating Sample Size Group For Comparing Two Proportions. Appendix 6.2 Tables For Estimating The Sample Sizes When Comparing The Means From Two Groups. Appendix 6.3 Tables For Estimating The Sample Size To Obtain The Value Of A Proportion. Appendix 6.4 Table For Estimating A Sample Size To Obtain A Value For A Continuous Variable With A Particular Confidence Width. Appendix 6.5 Tables For Estimating Sample Sizes For Studies Determining If Correlation Coefficients Differ From Zero. 7. Observational Studies: Cohort Studies. 7.1 Introduction. 7.2 Cohort Studies. 7.3 Prospective Cohort Studies. 7.4 Retrospective Cohort Studies. 7.5 Combined Prospective And Retrospective Survival Cohort Studies Across Time Andplace. 7.6 Nested Case-Control And Case Cohort Studies. 7.7 Multiple-Cohort Studies. 7.8 Planning A Cohort Study. 7.9 Cohort Studies And Prognosis. 7.10 Summary. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 8. Cross-Sectional And Case-Control Studies. 8.1 Introduction. 8.2 Cross-Sectional Studies (Prevalence Studies). 8.3 Case-Control (Retrospective) Studies. 8.4 Clinical Questions, Evidence And Experimental Design. 8.5 Summary. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 9. Clinical Randomized Controlled Trials. 9.1 Introduction. 9.2 Randomized Controlled Trials. 9.3 Cross-Over Designs. 9.4 Factorial Design Trials. 9.5 Features Of Randomized Clinical Trials. 9.6 Poorly Controlled Or Uncontrolled Trials. 9.7 Protocols. 9.8 Summary. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 10. Studies On Diagnostic Tests. 10.1 Introduction. 10.2 Measuring The Specificity, Sensitivity And Prevalence. 10.3 Tests With Continuous Measures. 10.4 Studies That Compare Two Tests To Find Out Which Is Better. 10.5 Prognostic Tests. 10.6 Studies Of Test Reproducibility (Precision). 10.7 Studies On The Impact Of A Test On Patient Outcomes. 10.8 Studies On The Feasibility, Costs And Additional Risks Of Tests. 10.9 Summary Of Clinical Test Study Designs. 10.10 Sources Of Bias In The Evaluation Of Diagnostic Tests. 10.11 Checklist For Studies Of Diagnostic Tests. 10.12 Examples. 10.13 Summary. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 11. Designing Questionnaires. 11.1 Introduction. 11.2 Designing A Good Questionnaire. 11.3 Designing Good Questions. 11.4 Design And Structure Of The Questionnaire Forms. 11.5 Reply-Paid Envelope. 11.6 The Covering Letter. 11.7 Pilot Testing. 11.8 Maximizing Response. 11.9 Follow-Up Letters. 11.10 Administration Of The Questionnaire. 11.11 Validation. 11.12 How Things Can Go Wrong. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 12. Study Implementation. 12.1 Pilot Studies And Pretesting. 12.2 Quality Control. 12.3 Revising The Protocol Once The Study Has Begun. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 13. Data Management. 13.1 General Considerations. 13.2 Computing Requirements. 13.3 Planning The Management Of Data. 13.4 Definition Or Coding Of Variables. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 14. Writing A Research Protocol And Applying For Funding. 14.1 Writing A Proposal. 14.2 The Elements Of A Proposal. 14.3 What Are The Characteristics Of A Good Proposal?. 14.4 What Happens Once The Proposal Has Been Sent?. 14.5 Sources Of Funding. Further Reading. 15. Writing And Reviewing Scientific Papers. 15.1 Introduction. 15.2 Writing Scientific Papers. 15.3 The Structure Of A Scientific Paper. 15.4 Selecting A Journal. 15.5 Instructions To Authors. 15.6 The Peer Review Process. 15.7 Copyright And Proofs. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 16. Ethical And Legal Considerations. 16.1 Ethical Considerations. 16.2 Ethical Principles. 16.3 Ethical Review. 16.4 Informed Consent. 16.5 Criteria For Informed Decision Making. 16.6 Practical Guidelines On Obtaining Consent And Avoiding Problems. 16.7 Other Ethical Issues. 16.8 Data Protection Legislation And Confidentiality. 16.9 The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. 16.10 Veterinary Medicines Directorate Animal Test Certificates. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. 17. Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analysis, Critically Appraised Topics, Decision Analysis, Case Series And Case Reports. 17.1 Systematic Reviews And Meta-Analysis. 17.2 Critically Appraised Topics. 17.3 Decision Analysis. 17.4 Case Series And Case Reports. References. Further Reading. Mcqs. Answers To Mcqs. Index

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Book SynopsisThe second edition of Anaesthetic and Sedative Techniques for Aquatic Animals provided the fisheries and aquaculture industry with vital information on the use of sedation and anaesthetics in the avoidance of stress and physical damage, which can easily be caused by crowding, capture, handling, transportation and release. Now fully revised and expanded, the third edition has maintained its accessible format and incorporates much new emphasis on: Fish pain and welfare: a rapidly developing area of interest and debate Anaesthesia and legislation: with an international perspective Personnel involved in the aquaculture industry including fish farmers, fish veterinarians, fisheries scientists and fish biologists along with small animal veterinarians, animal laboratory managers and government and regulatory personnel will find this book a valuable and practical resource.Trade Review"The authors have written a useful, compact handbook on the anaesthesia and sedation of aquatic animals." Aquaculture InternationalTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Defining stress in aquatic animals. 3. Pain in aquatic animals. . 4. The nature of anaesthesia, sedation and analgesia. . 5. The features of anaesthetic agents and their legal use. . 6. Anaesthesia and Legislation. . 7. Factors affecting the response of aquatic ectotherms to anaesthesia. . 8. Anaesthesia of fish. I. Inhalation anaesthesia. . 9. Anaesthesia of fish. II. Inhalation anaesthesia using gases. . 10. Anaesthesia of fish. III. Parenteral and oral anaesthesia. . 11. Anaesthesia of fish. IV. Non chemical methods. . 12. Anaesthesia of Aquatic Invertebrates. . 13. Anaesthesia of Amphibians and Reptiles. 14. Transportation and anaesthesia. 15. Concluding remarks

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Book Synopsis* The first definitive textbook on veterinary communication. * Covers all the key areas of communication: the basic frameworkfor the veterinary consultation; professional, ethical and legalaspects; communication with clients and colleagues; and coping withend-of-life and other difficult situations.Trade Review"Packed with useful information about the way that communication has evolved and how to handle different situations, this recently published handbook should be a graduation present to all new vets entering the difficult world of practice." (Vets Today, November 2010) "Handbook of Veterinary Communication Skills covers all key areas of communication and surveys everything from ethics and legal spects to handling clients, colleagues, and difficult treatment options alike. Real-life case studies accompany step-by-step guidelines showing how to handle specific situations, and examples of written resources that can be used in practice. Any library catering to veterinary students must have this!" (Midwest Book Review, September 2010) Table of ContentsContributors vii Foreword ix Acknowledgements xi Introduction xiii Chapter 1 Basic communication skills 1 Mary Kirwan Introduction 1 Background and origins 1 The importance of communication 2 Definition of key terms 3 Models of communication 4 Verbal and non-verbal communication 7 Listening 15 The cultural context of communication 21 Summary 22 References 22 Chapter 2 A framework for the veterinary consultation 25 Alan Radford Introduction 25 A guide to the veterinary consultation based on the Calgary–Cambridge observation guide 27 The physical examination 37 Closing the consultation 37 Summary 38 References 38 Chapter 3 Professional, ethical and legal aspects of communication 39 Carol Gray Introduction 39 Communicating professionalism 39 Gathering information from clients 41 Giving information to clients 42 Informed consent 47 References 59 Chapter 4 Compassionate communication: working with grief 62 Susan Elizabeth Dawson Introduction 62 The HCAB 63 Review of quality-of-life indicators 93 Setting up and running continuing care clinics 95 PET loss support groups 96 CPD opportunities 97 Resources and useful websites 97 References 98 Chapter 5 Dealing with difficult situations 100 Carol Gray and Jenny Moffett Introduction 100 The use of veterinary communication skills at the end-of-life 100 A seven-step approach to communication at the end-of-life 102 Euthanasia – before, during and after 105 Welfare concerns 109 Informed clients 110 Communicating cost 112 Dealing with anger 115 Communication of mistakes 118 References 122 Chapter 6 Communicating with colleagues 127 Geoff Little Introduction 127 The team and its leader 128 Induction schemes and mentoring 131 Appraisals 132 Exit interview 133 Delegation 134 Standard operating procedures 136 Staff suggestion scheme 139 Practice meetings 142 Reporting structure 144 Rotas 145 Interpractice communication 145 References 147 Chapter 7 Communicating with a wider audience 149 Jenny Moffett Public speaking for beginners 149 Veterinary medicine and the media – a meeting of two worlds 155 References 166 Chapter 8 Communication and self-care in the veterinaryprofession 168 Communication, stress and the individual 168 Martina A. Kinsella The first step to inner freedom 169 Moving from victim to victor 170 Implementing change 171 Learning assertiveness skills and becoming an assertive individual 173 Beyond words: communication, social relationship and health 176 David Bartram The disclosure phenomenon 177 Importance of social relationships 180 The role of telephone support helplines 183 Summary and conclusions 185 Acknowledgements 185 References (Communication, stress and the individual) 185 Further reading (Communication, stress and the individual) 186 References (Beyond words: communication, social relationships and health) 186 Index 190

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Book SynopsisWhilst financial success can provide a short term basis for our motivation and well-being, long term satisfaction is only likely to be achieved if there is harmony between our personal values and goals and our professional objectives, and we are content with the place that our profession occupies within our lives. Bradley Viner What does success in veterinary practice mean to you and how do you hope to achieve it? Going much further than a practice management book, Success in Veterinary Practice will help you to find your answers to the big questions: How will you achieve your goals in your veterinary career? How do you uphold your professional values in a commercial world? How can you improve your work-life balance? Bradley Viner guides you on the development and application of skills and traits needed to improve the quality of care that your practice offers to your clients and patients, the working Trade Review"This book does a good job of gearing the information towards veterinarians and it is useful in helping veterinarians discover what is important to them and how to get the most out of their professional careers and personal lives." (Doody's, 18 November 2011) "SUCCESS IN VETERINARY PRACTICE: MAXIMIZING CLINICAL OUTCOMES AND PERSONAL WELL-BEING provides would-be vets and libraries catering to them a fine survey of what is meant by success in veterinary practice. From setting and achieving goals in a veterinary career to improving work/life balance and changing management techniques for better outcome, this is a dual survey of professional ethics and well-being and is a 'must' for students and new veterinary office practitioners alike." (California Bookwatch, January 2011)"The book encourages veterinary practitioners to adopt a holistic approach to achieving life-long success in veterinary practice, rather than simply focusing on the traditional balance sheet, which only takes into account profit and loss, dollars and cents. It is refreshing to read a text that links the two ideals of successful practice and personal wellbeing, rather than simply linking success to a positive balance sheet." (Australian Veterinary Journal, November 2010) "Due to its ability to engage the reader and encourage free thought, rather than spoon feeding pure data, a wide array of experience levels are ably catered for, which means a veteran practice partner can gain just as much from reading this volume as a relative novice." (Veterinary Record, August 2010) "The book is thought-provoking with many useful insights that can help practitioners." (Veterinary Practice, June 2010) Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. Chapter 1 Caring about Quality. Chapter 2 Personal Well-Being. Chapter 3 Beliefs, Values, Goals and Motivation. Chapter 4 Improving Clinical Performance. Chapter 5 Good Communications. Chapter 6 Effective Leadership. Chapter 7 Postgraduate Learning. Chapter 8 The Reflective Practitioner. Chapter 9 The Secrets of Success. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisLadybirds are probably the best known predators of aphids and coccids in the world, though this greatly underestimates the diversity of their biology. Maximising their impact on their prey is an important element in modern conservation biological control of indigenous natural enemies in contrast to the classical approach of releasing alien species.Trade Review“The style in which this book is written encourages a response, and invites readers to draw their own conclusions. The inclusion of the final chapter (Chapter 12, Recent progress and possible future trends in the study of Coccinellidae) is particularly welcome. Coccinellid research is a dynamic field and the authors are emphatic in their hope that the information presented in this text will provide inspiration for further research into the specific biology and ecology of these beetles. For me, reading this book has stimulated a great deal of thought.” (Austral Ecology, 1 October 2013) “This is a very well illustrated and authoritative account, with an excellent set of authors and a very full range of topics . . . Overall this is a rich mine of information and full of important and fascinating detail and it has much to be admired.” (British Ecological Society Bulletin, 1 August 2013) “In summary, this is a comprehensive, well-written, very thoroughly referenced and clearly laid out book . . . The authors and three editors are congratulated for producing what will no doubt be the seminal work on the Coccinellidae for years to come.” (Journal of Insect Conservation, 15 August 2012) Table of ContentsDetailed contents, ix Contributors, xvii Preface, xviii Introduction, xix Taxonomic glossary, xx 1. PHYLOGENY AND CLASSIFICATION, 1 Oldrich Nedve¡d and Ivo Kovár¡ 2. GENETIC STUDIES, 13 John J. Sloggett and Alois Hone¡k 3. LIFE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT, 54 Oldrich Nedve¡d and Alois Hone¡k 4. DISTRIBUTION AND HABITATS, 110 Alois Hone¡k 5. FOOD RELATIONSHIPS, 141 Ivo Hodek and Edward W. Evans 6. DIAPAUSE/DORMANCY, 275 Ivo Hodek 7. INTRAGUILD INTERACTIONS, 343 Éric Lucas 8. NATURAL ENEMIES OF LADYBIRD BEETLES, 375 Piotr Ceryngier, Helen E. Roy and Remy L. Poland 9. COCCINELLIDS AND SEMIOCHEMICALS, 444 Jan Pettersson 10. QUANTIFYING THE IMPACT OF COCCINELLIDS ON THEIR PREY, 465 J. P. Michaud and James D. Harwood 11. COCCINELLIDS IN BIOLOGICAL CONTROL, 488 J. P. Michaud 12. RECENT PROGRESS AND POSSIBLE FUTURE TRENDS IN THE STUDY OF COCCINELLIDAE, 520 Helmut F. van Emden and Ivo Hodek Appendix: List of Genera in Tribes and Subfamilies, 526 Oldrich Nedve¡d and Ivo Kovár¡ Subject index, 532 Colour plate pages fall between pp. 250 and pp. 251

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Book SynopsisIn National Geographic's comprehensive and easy-to-use illustrated pet reference, a renowned veterinarian offers expert advice on common health, behavior, and training for dogs, cats, and other domestic pets. ?Combining first aid, medical reference, and tips and tricks of the trade, here is your go-to guide for at-home animal care, focusing on dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and more! Building on more than two decades of veterinary experience, Dr. Gary Weitzman covers topics including upset stomachs, house training, physical ailments, and behavior tips. The president and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society and former co-host of the weekly NPR show  The Animal House, Dr. Gary brings a wealth of experience to essential veterinary questions, revealing basic first-aid techniques, when a trip to the vet is necessary, dietary recommendations, simple training techniques, necessary supplies, essential behavior cues, and muTrade Review“Fun tips and tricks on helping pet parents bring their furry friends along for a summer vacation.” –Health Magazine "I recommend this book very highly for a first time pet owner, for anyone adopting a new pet, or for a pet owner who wants to learn more about day to day behavior training and first aid. It would also be a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves cats or dogs!" –View from the Birdhouse “If you have a companion animal in your life or, even if you are considering bringing one into your life this would be a great resource for you to have.” –Ms. Nose in a Book “This book is a wonderful reference to have on hand when you have a concern…My favorite aspects of the book are the tips about when to take your pet to the vet…I’m grateful to have some advice on where to draw the line.” –Jennifer – Tar Heel Reader “If you read this book from cover to cover, you’re going to learn everything you need to know about becoming a responsible pet owner…Best of all, Weitzman infuses each page with warmth and wit as he addresses our most pressing (and perplexing) questions. It’s kind of like having a house call from the family vet…Think of it as What to Expect When You’re Expecting for the pet parent set. There are so many things that we should ask, but don’t, and Weitzman does a stellar job of addressing those questions before they become a serious issue.” –Jathan and Heather “The guide, like anything you’d expect National Geographic to put out, is beautifully illustrated. Learn how to keep pets safe, what kind of vet care they need, and how to make sure your furry family member is living his or her best life.” –Wining Wife “It is brilliant and I think it deserves a place on the bookshelf of every pet owner.” –Diary of a Stay at Home Mom “This is a great book for us with fur babies!” –Instagram: @shereadswithcats

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Book SynopsisA practical guide to help veterinarians improve the welfare of their companion animal patients through everyday practices. A concise and accessible introduction to welfare that is both interesting and valuable in practice.Trade Review“This book is well written, well presented and sensibly priced and should find a wide readership within and without the veterinary profession and will be of value to the animal welfare community at large." (AWSELVA Journal, 1 May 2013)Table of ContentsForeword by Carl Padgett vii Foreword by David Main ix Preface xi 1 Patients 1 2 Clients 33 3 Welfare Assessment 55 4 Clinical Choices 89 5 Achieving Animal Welfare Goals 113 6 Beyond the Clinic 143 References 169 Index 193

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Book SynopsisNutritional Management of Hospitalized Small Animals offers veterinarians, veterinary students and technicians a comprehensive reference to the latest information relating to the principles and practice of nutritional support in small animals that require hospitalization.Trade Review“In short, this book is a succinct, clearly written reference guide that describes patient selection, pathophysiology, and criteria for initiating nutritional support and determining the most appropriate dietary characteristics for each patient .” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 December 2015) “Critique: Comprised of twenty-three specialized articles ranging from Kathryn E. Michel's 'Nutritional Assessment in Small Animals'; to Iveta Becvarova's 'Tube Feeding in Small Animals: Diet Selection and Preparation'; to Lisa P. Weeth's 'Appetite Stimulants in Dogs and Cats'; to 'Nutritional Support in Exotic Pet Species' by Jeleen A. Briscoe, La Toya Latney, and Cailin R. Heinze, "Nutritional Management of Hospitalized Small Animals" will prove to be an invaluable contribution to professional, animal clinic, and academic library Veterinarian Medicine reference collections and supplemental studies reading lists.” (Midwest Book Review, 1 October 2015) “An essential read for those who are serious about their in-patients!.” (Vet Nurses Today, 1 October 2015)"No veterinary hospital or technician overseeing nutrition should be without this invaluable guide, which packs the latest information and research into discussions of best practices." (Donovan's Literary Services 2016)Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgements xi 1 Nutritional assessment in small animals 1 Kathryn E. Michel 2 Estimating energy requirements of small animal patients 7 Daniel L. Chan 3 Routes of nutritional support in small animals 14 Sally Perea 4 Nasoesophageal feeding tubes in dogs and cats 21 Isuru Gajanayake 5 Esophagostomy feeding tubes in dogs and cats 29 Laura Eirmann 6 Gastrostomy feeding tubes in dogs and cats 41 Isuru Gajanayake and Daniel L. Chan 7 Jejunostomy feeding tubes in dogs and cats 54 F. A. (Tony) Mann and Robert C. Backus 8 Minimally invasive placement of postpyloric feeding tubes 65 Matthew W. Beal 9 Tube feeding in small animals: diet selection and preparation 80 Iveta Becvarova 10 Intravenous access for parenteral nutrition in small animals 92 Sophie Adamantos 11 Parenteral nutrition in small animals 100 Daniel L. Chan and Lisa M. Freeman 12 Pathophysiology and clinical approach to malnutrition in dogs and cats 117 Jason W. Gagne and Joseph J. Wakshlag 13 Appetite stimulants in dogs and cats 128 Lisa P. Weeth 14 Adverse food reactions in small animals 136 Cecilia Villaverde and Marta Hervera 15 Nutritional management of short bowel syndrome in dogs and cats 152 Daniel L. Chan 16 Refeeding syndrome in small animals 159 Daniel L. Chan 17 Feeding small animal patients with gastrointestinal motility disorders 165 Karin Allenspach and Daniel L. Chan 18 Immune modulating nutrients in small animals 172 Daniel L. Chan 19 Nutritional management of superficial necrolytic dermatitis in dogs 183 Andrea V. Volk and Ross Bond 20 Nutritional support in acute kidney injury in dogs and cats 193 Denise A. Elliott 21 Nutritional support in hepatic failure in dogs and cats 199 Renee M. Streeter and Joseph J. Wakshlag 22 Nutritional management of the septic patient 210 Daniel L. Chan 23 Nutritional support during acute pancreatitis 219 Kristine B. Jensen and Daniel L. Chan 24 Nutritional support in the mechanically ventilated small animal patient 228 Daniel L. Chan 25 Nutritional support in exotic pet species 234 Jeleen A. Briscoe, La’Toya Latney and Cailin R. Heinze Index 247

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"the amount of information and level of detail provided is formidable."Table of Contents1. Introduction Mark A. Mitchell and Thomas N. Tully Jr. 2. Integumentary system Samantha Haskins and Mark A. Mitchell 3. Respiratory System Hugues Beaufrere 4. Cardiovascular System Hugues Beaufrere 5. Gastrointestinal System Kenneth R. Welle 6. Endocrine System Joao Brandao 7. Musculoskeletal System Mike McFadden 8. Central Nervous System Thomas N. Tully, Jr. 9. Special Senses: Ophthalmology Amber Labelle 10. Reproductive Systems Megan Watson 11. Excretory System Mark Acierno

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION 1: THE PITUITARY GLAND 1. Water Metabolism and Diabetes Insipidus 2. Disorders of Growth Hormone SECTION 2: THE THYROID GLAND 3. Hypothyroidism 4. Feline Hyperthyroidism (Thyrotoxicosis) 5. Canine Thyroid Tumors and Hyperthyroidism SECTION 3: THE ENDOCRINE PANCREAS 6. Canine Diabetes Mellitus 7. Feline Diabetes Mellitus 8. Diabetic Ketoacidosis 9. Beta-Cell Neoplasia: Insulinoma SECTION 4: THE ADRENAL GLAND 10. Canine Hyperadrenocorticism 11. Adrenocortical Diseases in Cats 12. Hypoadrenocorticism 13. Pheochromocytoma and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia 14. Glucocorticoid Therapy SECTION 5: PARATHYROID GLAND 15. Hypercalcemia and Primary Hyperparathyroidism 16. Hypocalcemia and Primary Hypoparathyroidism

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection 1: The Head and Ventral Neck Section 2: The Neck, Back, and Vertebral Column Section 3: The Thorax Section 4: The Abdomen Section 5: The Pelvis and Reproductive Organs Section 6: The Forelimb Section 7: The Hindlimb Section 8: Exotics

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Book SynopsisThe Color Atlas of Xenopus laevis Histology provides the first central source on the microscopic anatomy of cells, tissues, and major organs of the adult South African clawed frog, Xenopus laevis.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Basic Tissues. Epithelial Tissue. Connective Tissue. Muscular Tissue. Nervous Tissue. 2. Cardiovascular System. Blood Vessels. Heart. 3. Lymphatic Organs. Diffuse Lymphoid Tissue. Lymph Node. Spleen. 4. Digestive Organs. Stomach. Small Intestine. Colon. Liver. Gall Bladder. Pancreas. 5. Respiratory System. Nasal Cavity. Trachea. Lungs. 6. Urinary System. Kidney. Ureter. Urinary Bladder. 7. Endocrine Organs. Pituitary Gland. Pineal Gland. Thyroid Gland. Adrenal (Interrenal) Gland. 8. Reproductive Organs. Ovary. Oviduct. Testes. 9. Integument. Epidermis. Dermis. Glands. Lateral Line Organ. 10. Cranial Structures. Overview of Cranial Structures. Oral Cavity. Epiglottis. Esophagus. Nasal Cavity. Brain. Middle and Inner Ear. Eye and Associated Structures. Index.

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Book SynopsisToph''s in Chemical Mutagenesis is a new series dedicated to studies in the areas of environmental chemical mutagenesis and genetic toxicology. In this series we will explore some of many topics that are emerging in these rapidly developing fields. The purpose of the present volume is to attempt to organize and compare the genotoxic properties of the N-nitroso compounds. This is a particularly interesting class of compounds because of the problems encountered with the Salmonella assay of Ames in generating both false positive and false negative results. The battery approach using a number of assay systems seems more appropriate to evaluate chemicals in this class. Topics to be discussed in other volumes in this series include single-cell mutation monitoring systems, the detection of genetic damage in mammalian germ cells, the mutagenicity of pesticides, problems in monitoring humTable of Contents1. Formation of N-Nitroso Compounds and Their Significance.- 2. N-Nitrosamine Mutagenicity Using the Salmonella/Mammalian-Microsome Mutagenicity Assay.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Materials and Methods.- 2.1. Chemicals.- 2.2. Bacterial Strains.- 2.3. Experimental Procedures.- 2.4. Preparation of Liver Homogenates.- 3. Mutagenic Activity and Chemical Structure.- 3.1. Cyclic Nitrosamines.- 3.2. Aromatic Nitrosamines and Related Compounds.- 3.3. Acyclic Nitrosamines.- 3.4. Nitrosamides.- 4. Conclusions / Discussion.- 5. References.- 3. Structural Basis for Mutagenic Activity of N-Nitrosamines in the Salmonella Histidine Reversion Assay.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Salmonella typhimurium—Histidine Reversion Assay.- 2.1. Bacterial Strains.- 2.2. Mutagenesis Assay—Procedures.- 2.3. Source of Nitrosamines.- 3. Mutagenesis Studies in Salmonella typhimurium.- 3.1. Mechanism of Mutation Induction by Nitrosamines.- 3.2. Relationship between Chemical Structure and Mutagenic Activity.- 3.3. Nitrosamines—Model Compounds for Mutagenesis Studies.- 4. References.- 4. Effects of pH and Structure on the Mutagenic Activity of N-Nitroso Compounds.- 1. Introduction.- 1.1. Background.- 1.2. Chemistry.- 1.3. Alkylating Properties.- 1.4. Organ Specificity.- 1.5. In Vitro Mutagenesis.- 1.6. Problems with Assays: Metabolism.- 1.7. DNA Repair.- 1.8. Permeation into Bacteria.- 1.9. Optimizing Test Conditions.- 2. Methods.- 2.1. Liver Extracts.- 2.2. Mutagenesis Assays.- 2.3. DMN Demethylase.- 2.4. Isolation of DNA and Analysis of Alkylated Bases.- 3. Effects of pH on Mutagenesis and DNA Alkylation by N-Nitroso Compounds.- 3.1. N-Nitrosamines.- 3.2. Direct-Acting Compounds.- 3.3. Alkylation of Isolated DNA.- 3.4. Alkylation of DNA in Salmonella.- 3.5. Possible Explanations: NMU, MNNG.- 3.6. Possible Explanations: N-Nitrosamines.- 3.7. Possible Relevance to Carcinogenesis.- 3.8. Applications to in Vitro Mutagenesis Assays.- 4. Mutagenesis by N-Nitroso-N’-nitroso-N-alkylguanidines.- 4.1. How to Compare Mutagenic Potencies.- 4.2. MNNG.- 4.3. ENNG.- 4.4. PNNG.- 4.5. Comparisons between Mutagens.- 5. Repair of O6-Methylguanine and Its Effect on Mutagenesis.- 5.1. O6-MeG and 7-MeG in Salmonella DNA.- 5.2. Threshold in O6-MeG Formation.- 5.3. Attempt to Observe Repair of O6-MeG.- 5.4. Dependence of Mutagenesis on O6-MeG.- 6. Alternate Mechanisms of Mutagenesis by N-Nitroso Compounds.- 7. Mutagenesis by a Series of “Weakly Mutagenic” N-Nitrosamines: Effects of Structure.- 7.1. Conditions.- 7.2. Results: Di-N-alkylnitrosamines and Related N-Nitrosamines.- 7.3. ?-Substituted N-Nitrosamines.- 7.4. ?-Substituted N-Nitrosamines.- 8. Correlation between Mutagenic Potencies and Carcinogenic Activities of Some N-Nitroso Compounds.- 9. References.- 5. Induction of Bacteriophage Lambda by N-Nitroso Compounds.- 1. Mechanism of Induction.- 2. Genetics and Methodology.- 3. Factors Affecting Induction by Nitroso Compounds.- 3.1. Bacterial Strain.- 3.2. Source and Amount of Activating Enzymes.- 3.3. Media.- 3.4. Kinetic Parameter.- 4. Structure-Activity Relationships.- 5. Relationships between Mutagenicity, Carcinogenicity, and Phage Induction.- 6. Mechanism of Action of Nitroso Compounds as Inducers of Bacteriophage Lambda.- 7. References.- 6. The Relationship between the Carcinogenicity and Mutagenicity of Nitrosamines in a Hepatocyte-Mediated Mutagenicity Assay.- 7. Mutagenic Activity of Nitrosamines in Mammalian Cells: Study with the CHO/HGPRT and Human Leukocyte SCE Assays.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Mutagenic Activity of Eight Nitrosamines in the CHO / HGPRT Assay.- 2.1. The CHO / HGPRT Assay.- 2.2. Mutagenic Activity of Nitrosodimethylamine as Studied in the CHO / HGPRT Assay.- 2.3. Mutagenicity of Eight Nitrosamines in the CHO / HGPRT Assay and Its Correlation with Carcinogenicity.- 3. Mutagenic Activity of 15 Nitrosamines in the Human Leukocyte SCE Assay.- 3.1. Sister-Chromatid Exchanges (SCE) in the Human Leukocyte Culture System.- 3.2. Induction of SCE by 15 Cyclic Nitrosamines in Human Leukocytes in Vitro and Its Correlation with Carcinogenicity.- 4. Summary and Concluding Remarks.- 5. References.- 8. Dimethylnitrosamine Demethylase and the Mutagenicity of Dimethylnitrosamine: Effects of Rodent Liver Fractions and Dimethylsulfoxide.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Materials and Methods.- 2.1. Chemicals and Media.- 2.2. Mutagenesis Assays.- 2.3. Preparation of S-9 Fractions and Microsomes.- 2.4. Enzyme Assays.- 3. Results.- 3.1. Kinetics of DMN Demethylase in Hamster Liver S-9.- 3.2. Correlation of Mutagenic and Enzyme Activities.- 3.3. Effects of Mixing Liver Fractions from Different Species.- 3.4. Cytosol Requirement for Mutagenicity of DMN.- 3.5. Effects of Dimethylsulfoxide.- 4. Discussion.- 4.1. Apparent Km Values and Regulation of DMN Demethylase.- 4.2. Microsomal Inhibitor of DMN Mutagenesis.- 4.3. Cytosolic Activator of DMN Mutagenesis.- 4.4. Inhibition by Dimethylsulfoxide.- 4.5. Screening Chemicals with Hamster Liver S-9.- 5. References.- 9. The Relationship between Metabolism and Mutagenicity of Two Cyclic Nitrosamines.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Materials and Methods.- 2.1. Chemicals.- 2.2. Preparation of Microsomes.- 2.3. Assay for Nitrosopyrrolidine Metabolism.- 2.4. Large-Scale Production of Metabolites.- 2.5. Mutagenesis Assay of NPYR with E. coli WU 3610 (tyr,leu).- 2.6. Mutagenesis Assay of Nitrosohexamethyleneimine.- 3. Results and Discussion.- 3.1. Nitrosopyrrolidine.- 3.2. Nitrosohexamethyleneimine.- 4. Conclusion.- 5. References.- 10. Structure—Activity Relations in Carcinogenesis by N-Nitroso Compounds.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Nitrosoalkylamides.- 3. Alkylation by Nitrosamines.- 4. Nitrosomethylalkylamines (X).- 5. Substituted Acyclic Nitrosamines.- 6. Cyclic Nitrosamines.- 7. Substituted Cyclic Nitrosamines.- 8. Derivatives of Nitrosopiperidine.- 9. Conclusion.- 10. References.- 11. Comparison of Mutagenic and Carcinogenic Properties: A Critique.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Tabular Summation and Integration of Results.- 2.1. Selection of Nitroso Compounds for the Comparative Study.- 2.2. In Vitro Assays.- 2.3. In Vivo Assay.- 3. Comparison of Mutagenic End Points.- 4. Relationship between Short-Term Test Results and Carcinogenicity.- 4.1. Qualitative Relationships.- 4.2. Quantitative Relationships.- 5. Precautions in Interpretation and Extrapolation.- 6. References.

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Book SynopsisThere is general agreement that increased environmental pollution poses a potential health hazard to humans and that effective control of such genetic injury requires monitoring the exposed individuals for genetic damage and identifying chemicals that may cause mutation or cancer. Tests available for identifying mutagens or carcinogens range from relatively simple, rapid assays in prokaryotes and test systems utilizing mammalian cells in tissue culture to highly elaborate tests in intact animals. No single test can provide data for an unequivocal assessment of the mutagenicity of a given chemical and the risk it might pose to human health. A tier approach, therefore, was suggested for mutagenicity testing in which the suspected agents would be initially evaluated with simple, inexpensive tests that would give qualitative results. Chemicals found to be positive in the first-tier tTable of Contents1. Somatic-Cell Mutation Monitoring System Based on Human Hemoglobin Mutants.- 1. Introduction.- 1.1. The Approach.- 1.2. Previous Studies.- 1.3. Requirements of a Red Cell Screening System.- 2. The Hemoglobin Mutants.- 2.1. Hemoglobin Loci.- 2.2. Types of Mutations.- 3. Hemoglobin in Mutation Research: Gametal Mutation Rates.- 3.1. Indirect Estimates.- 3.2. Direct Estimates.- 4. A System for Detecting Somatic Mutations of Hemoglobin.- 4.1. Appropriate Mutants.- 4.2. Immunochemical Detection of Abnormal Hemoglobins in Single Cells.- 4.3. Detection of Rare Mutant Red Cells by Fluorescent Microscopy.- 4.4. Screening for “S Cells” or “C Cells” in Blood of Genetically A/A Subjects.- 4.5. Minimum Frequencies of Somatic Mutations at Globin-Chain Loci.- 4.6. Relationship between Somatic Mutation Frequencies and Gametal Mutation Rates.- 4.7. Relationship between Frequencies of Somatic-Cell Mutants and Compartments at Which Mutations Occur.- 5. Methodological Aspects: Monospecific Anti-Mutant-Hemoglobin Antibodies.- 5.1. Immunizations.- 5.2. Sepharose-Hb.- 5.3. Purification.- 5.4. Red Cell Labeling.- 6. Methodological Aspects: Monoclonal Anti-Globin-Chain Antibodies.- 6.1. Immunizations.- 6.2. Screening.- 6.3. Semiquantitative Assessment of Ab-Hb Binding.- 6.4. Mapping the Sites of Ab-Hb Binding.- 6.5. Possible Recognition of Mutant Hemoglobins in Animals.- References.- 2. Use of Fluorescence-Activated Cell Sorter for Screening Mutant Cells.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Immunologic Identification and Flow Detection of Erythrocytes Containing Amino Acid-Substituted Hemoglobin.- 2.1. Production of Antibodies.- 2.2. Suspension Labeling of Red Cells with Hemoglobin Antibodies.- 2.3. Flow Cytometric Processing.- 2.4. Results Using Hemoglobin S- and C-Specific Antibodies.- 3. Future of the Hemoglobin-Based Assay.- 4. Detection of Erythrocytes with Mutationally Altered Glycophorin A.- 4.1. Background.- 4.2. Gene Expression Loss Variants.- 4.3. Single-Amino Acid-Substitution Variants.- 5. Summary and Conclusions.- References.- 3. Development of a Plaque Assay for the Detection of Red Blood Cells Carrying Abnormal or Mutant Hemoglobins.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Principle of the Method.- 3. Reagents.- 3.1. Anti-Mouse RBC Ghost Sera.- 3.2. Anti-Mouse Hb Antibodies.- 3.3. Indicator Cells. Methods for Coupling Antibodies to Sheep RBC.- 3.4. Complement.- 4. Equipment.- 4.1. Plaque Chambers.- 4.2. Additional Materials.- 5. Procedure for the RBC-Antibody Plaque Assay.- 5.1. Factors Affecting the RBC Plaque Formation.- 5.2. Specificity of the RBC Plaque Assay.- 6. RBC-Protein A Plaque Assay.- 7. Conclusions.- References.- 4. Direct Assay by Autoradiography for 6-Thioguanine-Resistant Lymphocytes in Human Peripheral Blood.- 1. Introduction.- 1.1. Human Mutagenicity Monitoring.- 1.2. 6-Thioguanine-Resistant (TGr) Human Peripheral Blood T Lymphocytes (T-PBLs).- 1.3. Direct Enumeration of TGr T-PBLs by Autoradiography.- 1.4. Phenocopies.- 2. Autoradiographic TGr T-PBL Assay Method.- 2.1. Cell Preparation.- 2.2. Cryopreservation.- 2.3. Cell Culture.- 2.4. Termination, Coverslip Preparation, and Autoradiography.- 2.5. Enumeration of TGr T-PBLs and Calculation of TGr T-PBL Variant Frequency (Vf).- 3. Sample Results.- 3.1. TGr T-PBL VfAssay: Appearance of Slides.- 3.2. TGr T-PBL VfAssay: Sample Data.- 4. Statistical Analysis Methods.- 4.1. Notation and Basic Assumptions.- 4.2. Confidence Intervals for a Single Variant Frequency.- 4.3. Confidence Intervals for Ratios of Variant Frequencies.- 4.4. Sample Size Determinations.- 5. Discussion.- References.- 5. Application of Antibodies to 5-Bromodeoxyuridine for the Detection of Cells of Rare Genotype.- 1. Introduction.- 1.1. Flow Cytometry.- 1.2. The Use of 5-Bromodeoxyuridine for the Detection of Cell Proliferation.- 2. Materials and Methods.- 2.1. Cell Culture.- 2.2. Labeling with BrdUrd.- 2.3. Immunological Methods.- 2.4. Flow Cytometry.- 2.5. Hybridoma Production.- 3. Results.- 3.1. Determination of Antibody Specificity.- 3.2. Flow Cytometric Method for Immunofluorescent Detection of DNA Replication.- 3.3. Application of the Flow Immunofluorometric Anti-BrdUrd Technique to the Assessment of DNA Damage.- 3.4. Reconstruction Experiments for the Detection of Thioguanine-Resistant Variants by the Immunofluorescent Anti-BrdUrd Method.- 3.5. Preparation of Monoclonal Antibodies against 5-Bromodeoxyuridine or 5-Iododeoxyuridine.- 4. Discussion.- 5. Summary.- References.- 6. Cytogenetic Abnormalities as an Indicator of Mutagenic Exposure.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Lymphocyte Assay Methodology.- 2.1. In Vitro Cultures.- 2.2. Sampling Time.- 2.3. Fixation and Slide Preparation.- 2.4. Analysis of Cells.- 3. Chromosome Aberration Analysis Following Radiation or Chemical Exposure.- 3.1. The Sensitivity of the Lymphocyte Assay.- 3.2. Background Aberration Frequencies and “Matched” Control Groups.- 4. The Analysis of Bone Marrow Samples.- 5. The Plausibility of Estimating Genetic or Carcinogenic Risk from Aberration Frequencies in Lymphocytes.- 6. Concluding Remarks.- References.- 7. Sister Chromatid Exchange Analysis in Lymphocytes.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Methodology.- 2.1. Background.- 2.2. General Design Considerations.- 2.3. Technical.- 3. Selected Applications.- Appendix A. A Procedure for Growing and Preparing Human Lymphocytes for SCE Analysis.- Appendix B. A Procedure for Growing and Preparing Rat Lymphocytes for SCE Analysis.- References.- 8. Unscheduled DNA Synthesis as an Indication of Genotoxic Exposure.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Four Laboratory Approaches to Measuring Unscheduled DNA Synthesis.- 2.1. Liquid Scintillation Counting Measurements of UDS in Human Fibroblast DNA.- 2.2. Autoradiographic Measurements of UDS in Human Diploid Fibroblasts.- 2.3. Autoradiographic Measurements of UDS in Primary Cultures of Rat Hepatocytes.- 2.4. Measurements of UDS in Hepatocytes following in Vivo Treatment.- 3. Methods.- 3.1. Procedures for LSC UDS Assays.- 3.2. Establishment of Primary Cultures of Rat Hepatocytes from Treated or Untreated Animals.- 3.3. The in Vivo Rat Hepatocyte UDS Assay.- 3.4. Autoradiography.- 4. Reagents, Solutions, Stains, and Media.- 4.1. Reagents.- 4.2. Solutions and Stains.- 4.3. Media.- 5. Equipment and Supplies.- 5.1. Balances.- 5.2. Calculators.- 5.3. Centrifuges.- 5.4. Computer Equipment.- 5.5. Filters.- 5.6. Grain Counters.- 5.7. Incubators and Related Apparatus.- 5.8. Laminar-Flow Hoods.- 5.9. Microscopes.- 5.10. Mixer.- 5.11. Pipetting Apparatus.- 5.12. Pump Apparatus.- 5.13. Rocker Platform.- 5.14. Scintillation Counter.- 5.15. Spectrophotometer.- 5.16. Tissue Culture Supplies.- 5.17. Water Baths.- 5.18. Water System.- 5.19. Miscellaneous Equipment.- 5.20. Miscellaneous Supplies.- References.- 9. The Micronucleus Test as an Indicator of Mutagenic Exposure.- 1. Historical Background.- 2. Rationale of the Test System.- 3. Technical Procedure.- 3.1. Animals.- 3.2. Administration of the Test Substance.- 3.3. Determination of Dosage.- 3.4. Sampling Times.- 3.5. Preparation of the Bone Marrow Smears.- 3.6. Scoring of Micronuclei.- 3.7. Data Evaluation.- 3.8. Other Useful Information on the Micronucleus Test.- 3.9. Manpower and Costs.- 4. Results and Comparative Studies.- 5. Related Assay Systems.- 6. Advantages.- 7. Limitations.- 8. Application of the Micronucelus Test.- References.- 10. The Identification of Somatic Mutations in Immunoglobulin Expression and Structure.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Immunoglobulin Protein and Gene Structure.- 3. Methods for the Isolation of Mutants.- 3.1. Mutagenesis.- 3.2. Screening Techniques.- 3.3. Selective Techniques.- 4. Frequency and Phenotypes of Mutants.- 4.1. Frameshift Mutants.- 4.2. Point Mutants.- 4.3. Internal Deletion Mutants Associated with Changes in DNA or RNA.- 4.4. Class- and Subclass-Switch Mutants.- 5. Discussion.- References.- 11. Detection of Chemically Induced Y-Chromosomal Nondisjunction in Human Spermatozoa.- 1. Introduction.- 2. Background.- 3. Agents That Increase YFF Bodies in Human Sperm.- 3.1. Methodology.- 3.2. Results to Date.- 4. Discussion.- References.

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Book SynopsisAwarded 4 stars (rated 90/100) by Doody''s Book Reviews!Fish are critically important to the welfare of this planet and its occupants, the health of both wild and captive fish populations paramount to our survival. This book presents the gross pathology of the most commonly encountered diseases and syndromes of fish in an organ system-based approach. It provides an overview of the diseases and disorders of tropical, ornamental, bait and food fish from freshwater, brackish and marine environments. Readers will gain a broader understanding of the basic biology of infectious and non-infectious diseases in fish, as well as novel diagnostic techniques and innovative disease control methods. Over 300 high-quality color photographs illustrate the conditions describedNineteen chapters by expert international contributors provide the veterinarian, fish health professional, fisheries biologist and fish reseTrade Review"This review of basic fish anatomy and medicine is easy to read and useful. Each disease is discussed in well-organized sections including an overview, etiology, route of transmission, host range, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, and management/control. This book fills the current void in the literature, providing an accessible and up-to-date book. The overview of fish physiology and water quality is incredibly helpful and would be an excellent resource for students and residents. The book begins with an excellent and well written chapter on anatomical physiology organized by organ system. This chapter is perfect for anyone involved in the keeping of fish and would be accessible to biologists as well as veterinarians. Similarly, the chapter on water quality is essential and highly accessible, with helpful graphics to illustrate water quality testing and concepts. The excellent, clinically relevant photos throughout the book are essential to the descriptions of gross pathology. The anesthesia chapter is extraordinarily well written and provides multiple different methods of anesthesia along with detailed mechanisms of action and risks and benefits of each. Similarly, the surgery chapter highlights the more recent emphasis on welfare and analgesia in fish, which is much needed and not emphasized as much in older books. Both the table of contents and the index are well done and make this an easy quick reference. This is an excellent addition to the literature, an incredibly useful quick reference guide that details high-level individualized medicine."- Karisa N Tang, DVM, MS(University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine) in Doody's Reviews and Listings (4* review, 90/100). "This review of basic fish anatomy and medicine is easy to read and useful. Each disease is discussed in well-organized sections including an overview, etiology, route of transmission, host range, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, and management/control. This book fills the current void in the literature, providing an accessible and up-to-date book. The overview of fish physiology and water quality is incredibly helpful and would be an excellent resource for students and residents. The book begins with an excellent and well written chapter on anatomical physiology organized by organ system. This chapter is perfect for anyone involved in the keeping of fish and would be accessible to biologists as well as veterinarians. Similarly, the chapter on water quality is essential and highly accessible, with helpful graphics to illustrate water quality testing and concepts. The excellent, clinically relevant photos throughout the book are essential to the descriptions of gross pathology. The anesthesia chapter is extraordinarily well written and provides multiple different methods of anesthesia along with detailed mechanisms of action and risks and benefits of each. Similarly, the surgery chapter highlights the more recent emphasis on welfare and analgesia in fish, which is much needed and not emphasized as much in older books. Both the table of contents and the index are well done and make this an easy quick reference. This is an excellent addition to the literature, an incredibly useful quick reference guide that details high-level individualized medicine."- Karisa N Tang, DVM, MS(University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine) in Doody's Reviews and Listings (4* review, 90/100). Table of ContentsPreface Editor Contributors Additional Image Contributors 1. Anatomical Physiology of Fish Christine L. Densmore2. Water Quality and Environmental Issues Deborah B. Pouder and Stephen A. Smith3. Diagnosis of Fish Diseases Esteban Soto, Shane M. Boylan, Brittany Stevens, Stephen A. Smith, Roy P.E. Yanong, Kuttichantran Subramaniam, and Thomas Waltzek4. Ocular Disorders Stephen A. Smith5. Skin and Fin Diseases Pedro A. Smith, Diane G. Elliott, David W. Bruno and Stephen A. Smith6. Gill Diseases Stephen A. Smith7. Musculoskeletal Diseases John S. Lumsden8. Coelomic Disorders Christine L. Densmore9. Gastrointestinal Disorders Stephen A. Smith10. Cardiac Diseases Trygve T. Poppe11. Hepatic, Biliary, and Pancreatic Diseases Jeffrey C. Wolf12. Renal Diseases and Disorders Lester Khoo13. Swim Bladder Disorders Alisa L. Newton14. Reproductive Disorders Lester Khoo15. Neurological Diseases Salvatore Frasca, Jr.16. Nutritional Diseases Simon J. Davies, Tharangani K. Herath, and Peter Bowyer17. Sedation, Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Euthanasia Lysa Pam Posner, Craig A. Harms, and Stephen A. Smith18. Surgery Shane M. Boylan19. Therapeutants for Fish Grace A. Karreman, Patricia S. Gaunt, Richard G. Endris, and Nick Saint-ErneAppendix A: Therapeutics for Ornamental, Tropical, Bait and Other Non-Food Fish: Antimicrobial and Antifungal Agents Jessica Gaskins and Shane M. BoylanAppendix B: Therapeutics for Ornamental, Tropical, Bait and Other Non-Food Fish: Antiparasiticides Jessica Gaskins and Shane M. BoylanAppendix C: Therapeutics for Ornamental Fish, Tropical, Bait and Other Non-Food Fish: Supportive Therapy and Care Jessica Gaskins and Shane M. BoylanAppendix D: Example of Cascade System in United Kingdom Richard G. EndrisAppendix E: References for Drugs Used in Aquaculture in Other Countries Richard G. EndrisIndex

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of the bestselling Clinical Signs in Small Animal Medicine presents 800 all new color photographs of the highest quality, with detailed captions that focus on key pointers to diagnosis and treatment. The book is organised into chapters by body system, each beginning with a list of Clinical Pearls''. These amusing and accurate key points will be invaluable when considering conditions or highlighting common concerns. Within each chapter, the superb photographs of real cases are annotated with brief, key information that provides a succinct and useful reminder of lessons learned.Trade Review“This book provides easily accessible key information necessary to address the majority of patients in which a toxic etiology is known or possible.”—Steven Hansen, DVM, MS, MBA, DABVT, DACAWArizona Humane Society, Phoenix, ArizTable of ContentsAbbreviations. Introduction. Clinical Pearls. Dermatologic Disorders. Ophthalmologic Disorders. Infectious Diseases. Cardiovascular Disorders. Respiratory Disorders. Hematologic Disorders. Gastrointestinal Disorders. Endocrine Disorders. Urogenital Disorders. Neurologic Disorders. Neoplastic Disorders. Toxicologic Disorders. Miscellaneous Disorders. Index.

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Book SynopsisOne of the challenges and rewards of being a field biologist is being able recreate a predation event. But that experience is often difficult and frustrating, as time, weather, and other factors can make clues sparse. Even the most careful of investigators can spend hours second-guessing themselves while exhausting every possibility from inconclusive evidence. • A step-by-step approach for gathering evidence. • Suggestions of what to focus on at carcass site • A template of terminology to use when classifying a predation. • A guide for investigating and determining signs of hemorrhage • Signs of kill and kill sites by species, including deer, elk, and lynx • And dozens more tipsWith a waterproof cover and sturdy pages, the SCIF’s Predation ID Manual is a must have for every serious hunter and field biologist.

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Book SynopsisThe son of a Black mother and white father overcomes family trauma to find the courage of compassion in veterinary practice Rising to accept a prestigious award, Jody Lulich wondered what to say. Explain how he’d been attracted to veterinary medicine? Describe how caring for helpless, voiceless animals in his own shame and pain provided a lifeline, a chance to heal himself as well? Lulich tells his story in In the Company of Grace, a memoir about finding courage in compassion and strength in healing—and power in finally confronting the darkness of his youth.Lulich’s white father and Black mother met at a civil rights rally, but love was no defense against their personal demons. His mother’s suicide, in his presence when he was nine years old, and his sometimes brutal father’s subsequent withdrawal set Lulich on a course from the South Side of Chicago to the Tuskegee School of Veterinary Medicine in Alabama to an endowed chair at the University of Minnesota, forever searching for the approval and affection that success could not deliver. Though shadowed by troubling secrets, his memoir also features scenes of surprising light and promise—of the neighbors who take him in, a brother’s unlikely effort to save Christmas, his mother’s memories of the family’s charmed early days, bright moments (and many curious details) of veterinary practice. Most consequentially, at Tuskegee Lulich rents a room in the home of a seventy-five-year-old Black woman named Grace, whose wholehearted adoption of him—and her own stories of the Jim Crow era—finally gives him a sense of belonging and possibility.Completing his book amid the furor over George Floyd’s murder, Lulich reflects on all the ways that race has shaped his life. In the Company of Grace is a moving testament to the power of compassion in the face of seemingly overwhelming circumstances.Trade Review "In the Company of Grace is haunting and powerful. Jody Lulich has written an absorbing meditation on his lifelong journey from a helpless child who witnesses his beloved mother take her own life, to finding acceptance through the unconditional love of an elderly woman and redemption in caring for animals. An unforgettable and inspiring memoir."—Carolyn Holbrook, author of Tell Me Your Names and I Will Testify "Despite suffering true tragedies as a child, Jody Lulich grew up to be a veterinarian who shows deep compassion to both people and animals. His devotion to his mentor and mother figure, Grace Hooks, inspires admiration and an understanding of a true loving relationship. Don't miss this remarkable book."—Laura Shaine Cunningham, author of Sleeping Arrangements "Lulich's memoir is raw, introspective, and honest."—Insight News

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Book SynopsisDiscover the charms and challenges of working at Scotland's most northerly mainland veterinary practice.From performing farm animal caesarean sections at all hours to missing special occasions in order to treat much loved family pets in crisis, no two days in the work of vet Guy Gordon and his team are ever the same.Based in Thurso, northern Scotland, the small group of vets and their supporting staff cover a vast area of more than one thousand square miles. The expansive, wild and rural landscape in which they operate brings a huge variety of work depending on the season, with the delivery of newborn lambs and calves in the spring, and the arrival of seal pups to the northern Scottish coast starting in the autumn months.The Highland Vet shows what working in one of Britain's most beautiful and remote locations really involves. Inside, Guy and his team share the highs and lows, ups and downs and ins and outs of their daily work throughout the course of a year, making this a truly magical celebration of Scotland's northern Highlands, as well as the animals and people who call the region home.Trade ReviewA must read * The Scotsman *A thoughtful meander through the seasons * Daily Mail Scotsman *

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Book Synopsis'A delightful read' RADIO TIMES'Heartwarming tales' DAILY MAILA celebration of the different creatures - great and small - that this Yorkshire vet has come to know and love.Yorkshire Vet Julian Norton has spent his days as a mixed practice vet treating animals across the bucolic Yorkshire Dales. Julian's voice and humour - well known from his titular role in Channel 5's long-running series The Yorkshire Vet - leap out from every page as stories of drama and excitement unfold.Whether treating dogs, cows or sheep, Julian has come to recognise and appreciate the very particular ways in which healthy and happy animals express their well-being and contentment. Lambs will skip and gambol, cows will ruminate placidly, and the gentle sounds and soft curious facial expression of alpacas or llamas are enough to lift the spirits and warm the coldest of hearts. Here in All Creatures, Julian tells the stories of each of the eight species he has the good fortune to care for every day. He shares the heart-warming and life-affirming characteristics of animal happiness and once again reminds us of the power these creatures have to bring joy to us all.

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Book SynopsisTrimming a parrot's beak, emptying a dog's anal glands and neutering a cat - then lunch - followed by some tricky horse dentistry, amputating a lamb's leg and calming a distressed client... It's all in a day's work if you're a vet: a delicate balance of managing animal welfare and ethics, educating people in pet ownership and aligning their expectations with real-life outcomes. As a job, it spans everything from managing the heartbreak of euthanasia, to informing owners that under no circumstances should they take their dog's worming pills, even if they're sure they have worms. During his twenty-five-year career, Welsh vet Siôn Rowlands has experienced almost every animal medical issue imaginable, from rescuing an injured horse from the edge of a cliff to moisturizing a baby elephant. He's also witnessed ridiculous moments, surreal situations and the real toll it can take on a person. Frank, funny and moving in equal measure, Letting the Cat Out of the Bag is a rare glimpse behind the scenes of the uniquely pressurised world of being a vet.

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Book SynopsisVeterinary medicine has undergone sweeping changes in the last few decades. Women now account for 55 percent of the active veterinarians in the field, and nearly 80 percent of veterinary students are women. However, average salaries have dropped as this shift has occurred, and even with women in the vast majority, only 25 percent of leadership roles are held by women.These trends point to gender-based inequality that veterinary medicine, a profession that tilts so heavily toward women, is struggling to address. How will the profession respond? What will this mean for our students and schools? What will it mean for our pets entrusted to veterinarian care? Who has succeeded in these situations? Who is taking action to lead change? What can we learn from them to lead the pack in our lives?Leaders of the Pack, by Julie Kumble and Dr. Donald Smith, explores key themes in leadership and highlights women in veterinary medicine whose stories embody those themes. In it, Kumble and Smith cull over three years of interviews to profile a wide variety of women as they share triumphs and challenges, lucky as well as tough breaks, and the sound advice and words that inspired them to take their careers in unanticipated directions. By sharing unique stories that illuminate different paths to leadership and reflecting on best practices through commentary and research, Leaders of the Pack will allow more female leaders to create wider pathways to the top of their profession.

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Book SynopsisThe very mention of Afghanistan conjures images of war, international power politics, the opium trade, and widespread corruption. Yet the untold story of Afghanistan's seemingly endless misfortune is the disruptive impact that prolonged conflict has had on ordinary rural Afghans, their culture, and the timeless relationship they share with their land and animals. In rural Afghanistan, when animals die, livelihoods are lost, families and communities suffer, and people may perish. That Sheep May Safely Graze details a determined effort, in the midst of war, to bring essential veterinary services to an agrarian society that depends day in and day out on the well-being and productivity of its animals, but which, because of decades of war and the disintegration of civil society, had no reliable access to even the most basic animal health care. The book describes how, in the face of many obstacles, a dedicated group of Afghan and expatriate veterinarians working for a small non governmental organization (NGO) in Kabul was able to create a national network of over 400 veterinary field units staffed by over 600 veterinary para professionals. These paravets were selected by their own communities and then trained and outfitted by the NGO so that nearly every district in the country that needed basic veterinary services now has reliable access to such services.Most notably, over a decade after its inception and with Afghanistan still in free fall, this private sector, district-based animal health program remains vitally active. The community-based veterinary para professionals continue to provide quality services to farmers and herders, protecting their animals from the ravages of disease and improving their livelihoods, despite the political upheavals and instability that continue to plague the country. The elements contributing to this sustainability and their application to programs for improved veterinary service delivery in developing countries beyond Afghanistan are described in the narrative.Table of Contents Foreword Introduction Abbreviations 1. Go See the Warlord 2. Unexpected Destination 3. Negotiating with the Taliban 4. USAID Comes Back to Afghanistan 5. Going to Kabul 6. Introductions 7. Dinner Conversations 8. Starting Up the RAMP 9. Reality Check 10. Veterinarians in Name Only 11. Street Life 12. Unexpected Adventures at the Ministry of Planning 13. Hiring Dr. Nasseri 14. Veterinary Scavenger Hunt 15. Off to the Zoo 16. Ramping Up 17. Aerial View 18. Samaruddin 19. Growing Pains 20. Cold Chain 21. Progress Report 22. At Home in Kabul 23. The Graduates 24. Life at the Office 25. A Raft of Problems 26. The French Connection 27. On Target 28. A Paravet in Parliament 29. Torah! Torah! Torah! 30. Sliding Down the RAMP 31. Goodbye RAMP, Hello ASAP 32. Hints of Trouble to Come 33. The Ambassador 34. Sorrow in September 35. First Annual Convention 36. Front Row Seat 37. Return to Kabul 38. Dr. Noor Jahan 39. Jinns 40. Bombproofing 41. No Dairy Farmers Here 42. Who Are You Again? 43. Too Close for Comfort 44. Afghanization 45. Ahmad Nasir's Cow 46. ASAP Claptrap 47. A Civil Military Affair 48. Hostile Takeover Attempt 49. Good Dollars, Bad Dollars 50. Letting Go 51. Encounter in Tiangi Pass 52. Yankees Cap 53. Teamwork 54. What Were They Thinking? 55. Return 56. Dreams Deferred 57. Coming Full Circle Epilogue: Lessons Learned and Applied Acknowledgments Bibliography Notes Index

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Book SynopsisThis case study based workbook provides veterinary students and non-specialist with a guide to effective use and interpretation of clinical chemistry laboratory methods in domestic animals. The 100+ case studies involve real patients and findings in dogs, cats, horses, lamas, alpacas, pot belled pigs and ferrets. These consist of patient history, physical examination findings, and clinicopthologic data such as CBC, urinalysis, cytology or fluid analysis. A summary is given for each patient that includes a description of follow up tests and response to treatment. Multiple cases of common diseases illustrate the variety of clinciopathologic findings with the same diagnosis depending on individual patient factors. Diagnostic dilemmas in which different diseases may present with similar clinical signs and laboratory data are also included.Published by Teton New Media in the USA and distributed by CRC Press outside of North America.Table of ContentsDeveloping a Plan for Interpretation. Liver Enzyme Elevation. Tests of the Gastrointestinal System and Carbohydrate Metabolism. Serum Protein. Tests for Renal Function. Calcium, Phosphorus and Magnesium. Electrolytes and Acid Base.

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Book SynopsisIn this practical guide, Heather Smith Thomas provides easy-to-execute solutions for a variety of common medical situations that can afflict your animals, including bacterial diseases, parasites, and nutritional deficiencies.

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Book SynopsisThis book describes the most relevant information related to the chromatographic determination of veterinary drug residues in food, environmental and biological samples, providing the main applications performed in this type of matrices, as well as the main advances related to the chromatographic techniques.

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Book SynopsisPioneer Science and the Great Plagues covers the century when infectious plagues - anthrax, tuberculosis, tetanus, plague, smallpox, and polio - were conquered, and details the important role that veterinary scientists played. The narrative is driven by astonishing events that centered on animal disease: the influenza pandemic of 1872, discovery of the causes of anthrax and tuberculosis in the 1880s, conquest of Texas cattle fever and then yellow fever, German anthrax attacks on the United States during World War I, the tuberculin war of 1931, Japanese biological warfare in the 1940s, and today's bioterror dangers. Veterinary science in the rural Midwest arose from agriculture, but in urban Philadelphia it came from medicine; similar differences occurred in Canada between Toronto and Montreal. As land-grant colleges were established after the American Civil War, individual states followed divergent pathways in supporting veterinary science. Some employed a trade school curriculum that taught agriculturalists to empirically treat animal diseases and others emphasized a curriculum tied to science. This pattern continued for a century, but today some institutions have moved back to the trade school philosophy. Avoiding lessons of the 1910 Flexner Report on medical education reform, university-associated veterinary schools are being approved that do not have control of their own veterinary hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, and research institutes - components that are critical for training students in science. Underlying this change were twin idiosyncrasies of culture - disbelief in science and distrust of government - that spawned scientology, creationism, anti-vaccination movements, and other anti-science scams. As new infectious plagues continue to arise, Pioneer Science and the Great Plagues details the strategies we learned defeating plagues from 1860 to 1960 - and the essential role veterinary science played. To defeat the plagues of today it is essential we avoid the digital cocoon of disbelief in science and cultural stasis now threatening progress.Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Part I. Prologue 1. The Veterinary Schools of Europe 2. Edward Jenner: Zoologist, Physician, Pioneer 3. William Dick: From Farrier to Veterinarian in Edinburgh 4. The Science Giants of 1860: Pasteur, Virchow, and Darwin 5. Robert Koch: Game Change Part II. Farrier to Veterinarian 6. Emigrants West: Ohio Country, Iowa Territory, and Tejas 7. The Canadian Midwest: Divergence of Lower and Upper Canada 8. Pioneers in the Midwest Frontier: Physicians in Veterinary Practice 9. New Plagues, Civil War, and the United States Department of Agriculture 10. Agriculture and Veterinary Science in the Midwest Part III. Pioneering Veterinary Education 11. Urban East Versus Rural West: Montreal and New York Diss Toronto and Iowa 12. The Pioneer State Colleges: Iowa, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Cornell 13. Plagues and the Bureau of Animal Industry 14. Bacteriology in the Heartland 15. The 1890s: Horse Markets and Enrollments Drop Part iv. Livestock and Veterinarians Go West 16. Private Veterinary Schools: Chicago, Kansas City, and Indianapolis 17. Public Veterinary Schools: The Second-Generation Pioneers 18. The Bureau of Animal Industry and Hog Cholera 19. Veterinary Education, Charles Stange, and the Flexner Report 20. World War I: Biowarfare, Prejudice, and the U.S. ArmyVeterinary Corps Part v. Ascendance 21. Agricultural Depression Amidst a National Boom: The 1920s 22. 1929: Prelude to Bad Times 23. Public Health and Distrust of Government: The Tuberculin War 24. A Depression Paradox: Culture and Science 25. New Deal: Discoveries in Infectious Disease Part vi. Duty Required 26. War: The Home Front 27. Veterinary Corps and Bioterror 28. Postwar Investigations of Enemy Biological Warfare 29. Prelude to the Science Revolution 30. The Atomic Age Part vii. Transformation 31. New Programs, New Laboratories: Malaria, Polio, and New Viruses 32. Comparative Medicine: Models for Leukemia 33. Grassroots Mandates: The National Research Centers for Livestock Diseases 34. Old Plagues in the Wild: The National Wildlife Centers 35. New Plagues: Scrapie, Mad Cow Disease, and the Prion Part VIII. Epilogue 36. The Farm Crises of 1980–1995: Distrust of Science 37. The Gender Shift 38. Biopolitics 39. Bioterror, Anthrax, and the National Animal Health Networks 40. Anti-Science Scams and Keys to Progress Appendixes Notes Index

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Book SynopsisPioneer Science and the Great Plagues covers the century when infectious plagues - anthrax, tuberculosis, tetanus, plague, smallpox, and polio - were conquered, and details the important role that veterinary scientists played. The narrative is driven by astonishing events that centered on animal disease: the influenza pandemic of 1872, discovery of the causes of anthrax and tuberculosis in the 1880s, conquest of Texas cattle fever and then yellow fever, German anthrax attacks on the United States during World War I, the tuberculin war of 1931, Japanese biological warfare in the 1940s, and today's bioterror dangers. Veterinary science in the rural Midwest arose from agriculture, but in urban Philadelphia it came from medicine; similar differences occurred in Canada between Toronto and Montreal. As land-grant colleges were established after the American Civil War, individual states followed divergent pathways in supporting veterinary science. Some employed a trade school curriculum that taught agriculturalists to empirically treat animal diseases and others emphasized a curriculum tied to science. This pattern continued for a century, but today some institutions have moved back to the trade school philosophy. Avoiding lessons of the 1910 Flexner Report on medical education reform, university-associated veterinary schools are being approved that do not have control of their own veterinary hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, and research institutes - components that are critical for training students in science. Underlying this change were twin idiosyncrasies of culture - disbelief in science and distrust of government - that spawned scientology, creationism, anti-vaccination movements, and other anti-science scams. As new infectious plagues continue to arise, Pioneer Science and the Great Plagues details the strategies we learned defeating plagues from 1860 to 1960 - and the essential role veterinary science played. To defeat the plagues of today it is essential we avoid the digital cocoon of disbelief in science and cultural stasis now threatening progress.Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Part I. Prologue 1. The Veterinary Schools of Europe 2. Edward Jenner: Zoologist, Physician, Pioneer 3. William Dick: From Farrier to Veterinarian in Edinburgh 4. The Science Giants of 1860: Pasteur, Virchow, and Darwin 5. Robert Koch: Game Change Part II. Farrier to Veterinarian 6. Emigrants West: Ohio Country, Iowa Territory, and Tejas 7. The Canadian Midwest: Divergence of Lower and Upper Canada 8. Pioneers in the Midwest Frontier: Physicians in Veterinary Practice 9. New Plagues, Civil War, and the United States Department of Agriculture 10. Agriculture and Veterinary Science in the Midwest Part III. Pioneering Veterinary Education 11. Urban East Versus Rural West: Montreal and New York Diss Toronto and Iowa 12. The Pioneer State Colleges: Iowa, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Cornell 13. Plagues and the Bureau of Animal Industry 14. Bacteriology in the Heartland 15. The 1890s: Horse Markets and Enrollments Drop Part iv. Livestock and Veterinarians Go West 16. Private Veterinary Schools: Chicago, Kansas City, and Indianapolis 17. Public Veterinary Schools: The Second-Generation Pioneers 18. The Bureau of Animal Industry and Hog Cholera 19. Veterinary Education, Charles Stange, and the Flexner Report 20. World War I: Biowarfare, Prejudice, and the U.S. ArmyVeterinary Corps Part v. Ascendance 21. Agricultural Depression Amidst a National Boom: The 1920s 22. 1929: Prelude to Bad Times 23. Public Health and Distrust of Government: The Tuberculin War 24. A Depression Paradox: Culture and Science 25. New Deal: Discoveries in Infectious Disease Part vi. Duty Required 26. War: The Home Front 27. Veterinary Corps and Bioterror 28. Postwar Investigations of Enemy Biological Warfare 29. Prelude to the Science Revolution 30. The Atomic Age Part vii. Transformation 31. New Programs, New Laboratories: Malaria, Polio, and New Viruses 32. Comparative Medicine: Models for Leukemia 33. Grassroots Mandates: The National Research Centers for Livestock Diseases 34. Old Plagues in the Wild: The National Wildlife Centers 35. New Plagues: Scrapie, Mad Cow Disease, and the Prion Part VIII. Epilogue 36. The Farm Crises of 1980–1995: Distrust of Science 37. The Gender Shift 38. Biopolitics 39. Bioterror, Anthrax, and the National Animal Health Networks 40. Anti-Science Scams and Keys to Progress Appendixes Notes Index

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Book SynopsisEthno-medicines have gained new dimensions in the present days through phyto-chemical research in India and abroad. Information on medicinal plants and folk drugs recorded during fieldwork is now being subjected to investigation in the search for new biodynamic compounds of therapeutic value. The curative properties of plants acquired by trial and error over centuries in "Human Laboratories" of tribals hold high esteem all over the globe. The present study is based on this rationale and provides first-hand information on some 1120 contemporary ethno-pharmacological prescriptions involving 444 taxa of medicinal plants collected and identified from certain rich tribal inhabited forest zones of the country between 1971-1997.

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Book SynopsisThis book discusses the applications, outcomes and controversies of using animal models in cancer research and human disease. Topics include murine models of sporadic and inflammation-related colon carcinogenesis with particular focus on the AOM/DSS chemically induced colorectal cancer model; large animal models of human cardiovascular disease; developments of cell therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer''s disease using animal models; the techniques and limitations of murine models of human colorectal cancer; animal models for antineoplastic chemotherapy-induced alopecia; and development of columnar-lined oesophagus with or without goblet cells in rate duodengastroesophageal reflux models through gut regenerative cell lineage (GRCL).

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Book SynopsisThis book is a compilation of manuscripts that encompass a breadth of information from different species including rodents, dogs, cows, goats, and sheep. Normal developmental processes are covered and anatomical features are discussed, as well as the impact and significance of environmental chemicals and epigenetics on the mammary gland. In terms of disease states, cancer and mastitis are the most impactful in the fields of human medicine and livestock management, respectively, in the context of mammary gland biology. Therefore, this book presents in depth analyses of these diseases over several chapters and different model systems. Rodent and canine cancer models are discussed, which are very relevant in understanding the roles that genes and the environment play in human breast cancer. In the livestock industry, mastitis in the dairy sector has a deep economic impact globally, and results in over a billion dollar loss annually. Several chapters are devoted towards this disease in dairy cattle, sheep and goats, with an underlying theme of generating newer detection strategies to detect infections at an earlier stage. An up-to-date description of the most important signaling pathways and mechanisms that impact both development and disease are included. A gamut of sub-disciplines are found throughout the book that covers the main aspects of anatomy, physiology, cell biology, genetics, and molecular biology in both development and diseases of the mammary gland.

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Book SynopsisVeterinary medicine has its pillars in biology, applied biology, socio-economics, and applied biological sciences. Veterinary medicine is progressing quickly given the depth of the discipline in natural and applied life sciences. This book demonstrates new developments covering a wide range of content, and also covers conventional veterinary medicine as well as seeks to expound knowledge on alternatives to control of livestock diseases. Newcastle disease and helminthosis are among the diseases that affect poultry severely, often leading to mortality and decreased productivity. This book contains scientific articles that try to explain advances of ethno-veterinary medicine, which is an alternative to conventional veterinary medicine. This book is divided into main sections and subsections. It unleashes information on the current advances in different veterinary science applications. Furthermore, it is now close to over 252 years since the veterinary profession came into existence. This book enriches a remarkable and enjoyable reflection on the holistic and integrated innovative science of veterinary medicine.

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Book SynopsisAntiparasitic drugs (ATH) are important tools widely used to maintain animal welfare. As parasites impart a great impact on animal health, these drugs are often essential for the expression of the full genetic potential of production. However, despite the initial success, after years of massive use of anthelminthic drugs , the increase in prevalence of resistant nematodes became a major problem. Anthelmintics are commonly used to treat parasitic worm infections not only in animals, but humans as well. Resistance to anthelmintics is thought to be present in several helminth species, yet it remains poorly studied. This books discusses topics such as the clinical pharmacology of anthelmintics; the uses in human and veterinary medicine; animal resistance to ATH; and the efficacy of Neem and Pawpaw products against Oesophahostomum spp infection in pigs.

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