Veterinary medicine Books

Book SynopsisThis book brings together in one volume recent knowledge of mechanisms which determines the ability of the gastrointestinal tract to withstand damage that potentially may be aimed against it. Also, the use of feed additives and probiotics as alternatives to antibiotics as growth promoters, safety aspects on non-use of antibiotics, as well as the current status of the use of antibiotics and probiotics in the EU is discussed. With an increasing awareness amongst politicians and consumers, and in the food industry, of the human health risks of the regular use of feed antibiotics as growth promoters in animal production, this production model has been questioned. However, in order to make a change in production model possible more knowledge is needed on alternative ways for the prevention of health problems in pigs. The underlying science related to this area is highlighted.

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Book SynopsisThis book considers the efficacy of the common regulatory model of the licensing regime as a means of regulating animal use in England, with a particular focus on wild animals and the regime’s ability to ensure animal welfare needs are met. Using information gleaned from over 550 inspection reports relating to the period 2008 through 2019, obtained using FOI Act requests, the book analyses the extent to which animals used by these industries are protected by law. Tyson analyses the limitations present in the practical application of English legislation responsible for creating a number of relevant licensing regimes.The regimes discussed include: The Zoo Licensing Act 1981, the now repealed Welfare of Wild Animals in Travelling Circuses Regulations 2012, and the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018, introduced under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.Exploring the weakness in the use of this type of regulatory model, Tyson proposes compelling recommendations for change in future policy development. Making an important contribution to the question of enforcement of animal welfare laws, this book provides useful and original insights into the implementation of licensing regimes, and will be of particular interest to scholars of animal welfare law, animal ethics, and critical animal studies.Trade ReviewTable of Contents1. Introduction.2. Should Animals Use Be Regulated by Law And, If So, How?.3. How Is Animal Use Regulated and How Does This Protect Them?.4. Regulatory Licensing Regimes as a Legislative Framework.5. Primary Licensing Legislation: The Regulation of Zoos.6. Enforcing the Zoo Licensing Act 1981.7. International Perspectives: Snapshots of Zoos from Other Jurisdictions.8. Secondary Licensing Legislation: The Regulation of the Use of Wild Animals in Travelling Circuses in England.9. Enforcing the Welfare of Wild Animals in Travelling Circuses (England) Regulations 2012.10. New Directions in Licensing: The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Actives Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.11. Is Licensing an Effective Means to Regulate the Use of Animals?.12. Making Licensing Work for Animals Recommendations for Change.13. Conclusion: Towards Transparency and Universal Standards for Animal Welfare.

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Book SynopsisThis is the first book focusing on the animal’s perspective and best practices to ensure the welfare of both therapy animals and their human counterparts in animal-assisted interventions. Written by leading scientists, it summarizes the scientific evidence available concerning the impacts on animals in these settings, including companion species, horses, marine mammals and other animals used in therapy.There has been a dramatic increase in the range of animal-assisted interventions used in medical and allied health environments in recent years, and the field is now entering an era with a greater interest in defining the underlying mechanisms of the human-animal bond as well as the therapeutic benefits of these interactions. Animal-assisted interventions, as with other uses of animals by humans, impose a unique set of stresses on the animals, which the community has only recently begun to acknowledge. For the field to continue to flourish, more evidence is needed to shed light on the implications for the animals and what guidelines need to be put into practice to ensure welfare.With the ultimate goal of improving the impact that we have on the animals under our care, the book provides a roadmap for researchers and clinicians as they attempt to safely and humanely incorporate various species of animals into therapeutic settings. The authors also offer instructions and suggestions for areas that need to be studied more robustly over the next decade to continue to ensure the safe and proper use of animals in therapy sessions.This is an informative, thought-provoking and instructive resource for practitioners and researchers in the field of medicine and clinical psychology using animal-assisted interventions, as well as for veterinarians and welfare scientists.Table of ContentsSee the attachment

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Book SynopsisThe human-animal bond may be described as a dynamic, mutually beneficial relationship between people and the animals they care for. There are a multitude of mental and physical health benefits for people who care for animals, and animals in therapy have been shown to aid a wide range of people and illnesses. Although the benefits of animal companionship have long been suspected, little is known about the research, the process, or why it works. This book provides clinicians with a history of the human-animal bond and the rationale for incorporating animals into therapy today.In this book, the author includes a discussion of the myriad of ways that clinicians can directly help people care for their pets, such as crisis intervention services, policy issues, grief counseling for pet loss, and compassion fatigue in the veterinary profession. There also is a thorough discussion of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) as a distinct and unique modality. The adaptive nature of AAT is not only due to the symbiotic relationship between humans and animals, but also because of the flexible nature of the model; it can be used with clients of all demographics and with most mental illnesses. Research shows that the majority of mental health practitioners believe that AAT is a valid treatment modality, but AAT has not yet been manualized and clinicians are left confused about where to start. The Human-Animal Bond in Clinical Social Work Practice is a unique and essential resource that provides guidelines for developing AAT treatment plans and integrating AAT with existing therapeutic models. The book answers the questions that social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other mental health counselors may have about the benefits of the human-animal bond and ways to tap into that special bond in direct practice.Table of Contents1. IntroductionAn overview of the topics in the book. Why is the human-animal bond (HAB) important and why is it often overlooked? An introduction to the definitions, terms, and types of animal-assisted interventions.2. History of the Human-Animal Bond (HAB)A history of the relationship between people and animals. A discussion of the evolution of animal-assisted interventions includes early interventions by famous historical figures such as Florence Nightingale and Sigmund Freud.3. The Biopsychosocial Model as a Working Hypothesis of the Human-Animal BondWorking hypothesis of why the human-animal bond is so powerful, including a biological perspective, a psychological perspective, and a social perspective.4. Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT)Phase One: Preparation and Assessmenti. Necessary preparations in the clinic/office before implementing an AAT program. Selecting a therapy animal. Preparing a client for AAT, including describing the model to client, setting expectations, and addressing fears.ii. The importance of taking an extensive history, the types of clients that are best suited to AAT, and the clients that would not benefit from AAT. Client readiness, client and animal safety.Phase Two: The Development and Implementation of an AAT-Based Treatment Plani. Working with a client to set goals and objectives, based on interactions with the therapy animal. ii. The integration of AAT with various evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, or psychodynamic psychotherapy.Special Considerations: Animal Welfare Issuesi. Clinicians should always keep in mind the welfare of the therapy animal. How to read animal body language to identify stress in a therapy animal. What to do when the client or therapy animal becomes stressed or deregulated.5. Veterinary Social WorkGrief Counseling for Pet Lossi. The ways that a clinician can help facilitate the healing process when a beloved pet has passed away. A discussion of disenfranchised grief, the types of loss, and the grief process, as specific to pet loss.Compassion Fatigue in the Veterinary Professioni. A discussion of the high rate of suicide in animal rescuers and veterinary professionals. An exploration of the reasons behind compassion fatigue and secondary trauma in animal care professionals.6. Crisis Intervention and the Human-Animal Bondi. Homelessnessii. Domestic Violenceiii. Disaster Reliefiv. Breed-Specific Legislation (BSL)7. Clinical ImplicationsCurrent research in AAT, suggested criteria for clinical research, limitations, and future directions in AAT. 8. References9. Index

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Book SynopsisPart 1: Fundamentals About Probiotics and Probiotic Resources.- Chapter 1: Emerging Alternative Therapies: Health-Promoting Microbes.- Chapter 2: Traditional Foods as Sources of Probiotics.- Chapter 3: Current Paradigms and Diversity of Probiotic Microbes.- Chapter 4: Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics: Advanced Nutraceuticals.- Chapter 5: Identification and Evaluation of Probiotics.- Chapter 6: Viability of Probiotics in Foods.- Chapter 7: Non-lactic Acid Bacteria and Other Novel Probiotics.- Chapter 8: Yeasts as Potential Probiotics.- Chapter 9: Probiotic-mediated Detoxification of Xenobiotics and Carcinogens.- Chapter 10: Gut Biotransformation of Phytometabolites.- Part 2: Probiotics for Veterinary Health.- Chapter 11: Microbial Rich Niches in Herbivores.- Chapter 12: Milk as a Potential Source of Animal Probiotics.- Chapter 13: Probiotics for Monogastric Animals (Poultry, Pigs) and Pets.- Chapter 14: Probiotics in Ruminant Nutrition and Production.- Chapter 15: Probiotics in Wild Animal Nutrition and Health.- Chapter 16: Probiotics against Methanogens and Methanogenesis.- Chapter 17: Rumen Microbiome Transplantation.- Chapter 18: Probiotics Against Veterinary Infectious Diseases.- Chapter 19: Microbial Feed Additives to Improve Forage Quality.- Chapter 20: Probiotics for Fish and Aquaculture.- Part 3: Industrial Applications of Probiotics.- Chapter 21: Probiotics as Chemical Decontamination Candidates.- Chapter 22: Commercial Probiotics.- Chapter 23: Probiotics in Dairy Industry.- Chapter 24: Probiotics in Meat Industry.- Chapter 25: Microbial Preservation and Quality Control of Fermented Foods.- Chapter 26: Processing, Preservation and Delivery of Probiotics.

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Book SynopsisPart I: Ultrasonography in animal reproduction.- Ultrasonography in goats during pregnancy.- Ultrasonographic pregnancy diagnosis in the mare.- Part II: Applying ART to female horses and cattle.- Commercial equine embryo transfer programs: some topics on how to improve efficiency.- Developmental programming and assisted reproduction technologies in cattle.- Part III: The impact of assisted reproduction on production systems.- Reproductive management of donkeys in milk production programs.-    Effect of stress on reproduction and reproductive technologies in male and female, beef and dairy cattle.- The Effects of Stress on Equine Reproduction and Welfare.- The Use of Assisted Reproductive Technologies to Improve Genetic Selection in Cattle.- Part IV: The importance of male factors in ART.- Assessment of Boar Sperm Quality: New Diagnostic Techniques.- The role of seminal plasma in the equine reproduction.- Male effect during in vitro production of bovine embryos.- Sperm mitochondria: Quantitative Regulation and its Impact on Sperm Quality.- Part V: Gamete-maternal interactions in the establishment of pregnancy.- The dialogue into the sow genital tract: an essential process for fertility.- Early embryonic development in the mare: From Fertilization to Implantation.- The Role of the Oviduct in Gameto-Maternal Interaction and Embryonic Development.

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Book SynopsisPart 1: Curren trends for reproductive management.- The use of ultrasonography in bovine reproduction.-    Equine cloning and its impact on production.- Stored and frozen semen in swine.- Nanoparticles applied to assisted reproductive technologies: development, applications, and concerns.- Part 2: Future developments and considerations.- Reproductive studies in autochthonous breeds of the Region of Murcia: The current and future status of the Animal Germplasm Bank of the IMIDA.-Decellularization of reproductive tissues: techniques, applications, and challenges.- Abnormal Offspring Syndrome.-Reproduction and captive breeding of threatened wild birds.- Artificial intelligence and its impact on predicting embryo and sperm characteristics.

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