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The revised fifth edition of Clinical Laboratory Animal Medicine:
An Introduction is an accessible guide to basic information for
conducting animal research safely and responsibly. It includes a
review of the unique anatomic and physiologic characteristics of
laboratory animals, husbandry practices, and veterinary care of
many animals frequently used in research, including rodents,
rabbits, ferrets, zebrafish, nonhuman primates, and agricultural
animals. The updated fifth edition adds two new chapters on
zebrafish and large animals, new information on transgenic models
and genetic editing, and expanded coverage of environmental
enrichment and pain management. The book presents helpful tip
boxes, images, and review questions to aid in comprehension and
learning, and a companion website provides editable review
questions and answers, instructional PowerPoints, and additional
images not found in the book. This important text: - Provides a
complete introduction to laboratory animal husbandry, diseases, and
treatments - Offers a user-friendly format with helpful content
that highlights important concepts - Contains new knowledge
relating to technical methodologies, diseases, drug dosages, laws
and regulations, and organizations - Covers information on
regulations, facilities, equipment, housing, and research variables
as well as veterinary care - Includes new chapters on zebrafish and
cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs Written for veterinary technicians,
veterinary students, practicing veterinarians, and research
scientists, the fifth edition of Clinical Laboratory Animal
Medicine continues to offer an essential guide to the ethical
treatment and anatomic and physiological characteristics of
research animals.
How to raise rabbits for a steady source of meat and income Rabbits
are one of the most sustainable, nutritious, and economic meat
sources available. They can easily be raised in a variety of
locations and climates, and require less space and infrastructure
than many other species of livestock. Raising Rabbits for Meat is
the how-to guide to help you succeed in starting and running a home
rabbitry for a steady source of meat or income. Coverage includes:
The history of the domestic rabbit Information on breeding,
housing, and harvesting Tools to help you succeed with your program
An emphasis on heritage breeds. Raising Rabbits for Meat provides a
solid foundation for success in raising rabbits and is ideal for
anyone interested in starting a small rabbitry for home use or to
market rabbit meat as a business opportunity.
The perfect gift for fans of All Creatures Great and Small, this is
a charming collection of classic stories from James Herriot's
much-loved books with insights into his life and work from his
children Rosie and Jim. With astute observations and boundless
humour, country vet Herriot captures the spirit of the Yorkshire
Dales and of rural communities on the cusp of change, before
tractors and machines had taken over and modern medicines and
antibiotics transformed veterinary work. Along the way a beloved
cast of characters emerges, from the squabbling brothers Tristan
and Siegfried to Herriot's hapless courtship and eventual family
life with Helen Anderson. But it's the animals which are at the
heart of Herriot's stories. Whether he's dodging a raging bull on a
risky artificial insemination assignment, becoming pen pals with
Tricki Woo the spoilt Pikingese or the inevitable trials and
tribulations of lambing season, there's never a dull moment in
Herriot's company. At times moving and often laugh-out-loud funny,
The Wonderful World of James Herriot will delight fans old and new.
Originally published in 1905, this book presents a history of
horses and equidae, especially with regard to their relationship
with humans. Ridgeway includes photographs of modern-day horses,
which he describes as 'the most important ... of all the animals
domesticated by man', as well as photographs and drawings of
ancient artefacts featuring images of horses or relating to them.
This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in horses and
the history of the immensely profitable human-horse relationship.
This book identifies future scientific research priorities for
developing emissions inventories, emissions abatement techniques
and mitigation strategies in order to improve and sustain livestock
production that is in line with climate change adaptation.
Livestock production is a major source of atmospheric pollutants
and greenhouse gases, such as methane, nitrogen oxides, carbon
dioxide and ammonia, all of which directly contribute to global
warming and climate change. Air pollutant emissions from
agricultural practices have a negative environmental impact and are
of relevant political importance, as highlighted in both the Kyoto
and Gothenburg Protocols. This book provides solutions on how to
abate these emissions by using effective abatement techniques such
as additives, manure storage covers, aerobic and anaerobic
treatments, and dietary manipulation. Each chapter in the book
provides valuable, up-to-date information on abatement techniques,
thus allowing the reader to better understand the issues involved.
Recent advances and new perspectives in the field are also
discussed.
The pig played a key role in the German Democratic Republic's
attempts to create a modern, industrial food system built on
communist principles. By the mid-1980s, East Germany produced more
pork per capita than West Germany and the UK, while also suffering
the unintended consequences of manure pollution, animal disease,
and rolling food shortages. The pig is a highly adaptive animal,
and Thomas Fleischman uncovers three types of pig that played roles
in this history: the industrial pig, remade to suit the conditions
of factory farming; the wild boar, whose overpopulation was a side
effect of agricultural development; and the garden pig, reflective
of the regime's growing acceptance of private farming within the
planned economy. Fleischman chronicles East Germany's journey from
family farms to factory farms, explaining how communist principles
shaped the adoption of industrial agriculture practices. More
broadly, Fleischman argues that agriculture under communism came to
reflect the practices of capitalist agriculture, and that the pork
industry provides a clear illustration of this convergence. His
analysis sheds light on the causes of the country's environmental
and political collapse in 1989 and offers a warning about the high
cost of cheap food in the present and future. Communist Pigs was a
finalist for the Turku Book Award, European Society for
Environmental History.
"What sets this book apart is its provision of such a comprehensive
review of developments in pig nutrition as well as breeding. To do
this it brings together some of the world's leading experts in this
field of research to produce an unbiased, accurate and accessible
guide to a critical part of pig production." The Pig Site Pig meat
is the most widely-consumed meat in the world. Previous growth in
production has relied, in part, on more intensive systems. In
meeting rising demand, these systems face challenges such as the
ongoing threat of zoonotic diseases, the need to improve feed
efficiency in the face of rising costs, the need to reduce the
environmental impact of pig production and increasing concerns
about animal welfare. These challenges are addressed in the three
volumes of Achieving sustainable production of pig meat. Volume 2
looks at pig breeding and nutrition. Part 1 starts by reviewing
advances and constraints in conventional breeding, the development
and use of molecular breeding techniques, as well as factors
affecting functional traits such as reproductive and feed
efficiency. The second part of the book looks at current research
on meeting pig nutritional requirements, including understanding
and modelling pig nutritional requirements to optimise feeding, as
well as the role of vitamins, exogenous enzymes, growth promoters,
prebiotics and probiotics. With its distinguished editor and
international team of expert authors, this will be a standard
reference for researchers in swine science as well as producers,
government and other organisations involved in supporting pig
production. It is accompanied by two companion volumes which focus
on safety, quality and sustainability as well as animal health and
welfare.
Having indicators to assess the effect of zootechnical, sanitary,
economic or political intervention or the impact of environmental
risks makes it possible to draw up strategies for improving
domestic animal populations. This handbook is a compilation of the
main concepts relating to the definition and calculation of
demographic rates for largely non-intensive tropical animal farms.
It is intended to be educational, and should help students,
technicians, engineers, researchers and development staff to
understand the definitions and formulas encountered in the
literature more clearly and make them more self-sufficient in terms
of analyses.
A practical working handbook for both the beginner and the advanced
aviculturist, Tarsnane draws on more than twenty years of
experience to offer concise and informative data about all the
water-fowl of the world. Describing modern management and breeding
techniques, the book also surveys aspects of the natural history,
ecology and conservation of several species. This impressive
treatise is filled with spectacular colour photographs, often of
rarely seen waterfowl. If you are just interested in finding out
more about the common City Park Mallard or need to know the
specifics about the nesting requirements of a Burmese Spotbill --
this is for you.
From high heels to welly boots - one woman's misadventures in
becoming a farmer, raising a family and making a living from the
land. Sally Urwin was living in a tiny flat in the city with a
high-pressure job. She was depressed, surviving off rescue remedies
and wine, and longing for a different life when she met and married
farmer Steve. Returned to the rolling hills of Northumberland, a
place she'd adored as a child, Sally imagined herself wafting
around High House Farm in floral dresses followed by a bevy of
rosy-cheeked children. The reality is quite different... Sally is
usually wearing a jumper covered in sheep poo and bellowing at
Mavis the collie to stop chasing Gladys the grumpy pony and her
kids are moaning about being dragged outside while she is caring
for a ewe who has ingested a poisonous plant after wandering into
the neighbour's field. But despite the chaos of juggling motherhood
with running a farm, financial hardship and dealing with poorly
animals, the exhilarating freedom of rural life has helped Sally to
heal her own body and mind. Lambing season might be backbreaking,
but the utter joy in cradling a new-born lamb is worth all the
sweat and tears. With a mix of grit, humour and the love of family,
Sally shows us that it's never too late to live the life you've
always dreamed of. Fans of The Yorkshire Shepherdess will love this
hilarious, heartfelt and honest account that will have you howling
with laughter and sobbing into your tissues in equal measure. Read
what everyone is saying about What the Flock!: 'I don't know how to
tell you how much I loved this book... You just CAN'T go wrong with
having the author as narrator.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I
don't even know where to begin!... an amazing memoir that reads
like fiction... you will find yourself being sucked into stories...
you will laugh and cry... I couldn't put this book down until I
devoured it from start to finish... 1000/10 would read again and
again.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'This book was perfect. I loved
the honest and wholesome look at life the author provides. It is at
sometimes funny and sometimes sad... like talking to a friend.'
Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I don't know any animal lover that
won't enjoy this book... I related to the female farmer talking
about her struggles with the corporate world, and I dreamed along
with her that I might be capable of farming and loving on animals
all day... I cried over the losses that can come with farm life...
will keep you entertained, and I'm going to keep rooting for this
family to secure their farm's future.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'If Bo Peep met the Durrells, they'd happily live alongside Sally
Urwin on her Northumbrian farm. An engaging and very, very funny
account of a city girl who became a sheep farmer and traded in
everything she thought she knew for a life where the four-legged
family members rule.' Freya North 'I loved this... a joy to read...
Honest and funny.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'A beautiful memoir
and the way she narrates it in this audio book makes it all the
more special... I felt as if I was sat at her table having a cuppa
as she told me about her life. Stunning book and I will be buying
copies for friends.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I really enjoyed
this one... the author is a wonderful storyteller and I enjoyed her
humor. I laughed out loud at the stories about Candy, the fat
pony.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
We often consider dogs to be our enduring sidekicks but the truth
is domestic pigs have played a role in our lives for nearly as
long. Pigs are highly social and smart. They like to play. They're
inventive, crafty and belligerent - and incredibly singleminded.
Ultimately, we have far more in common with these creatures than we
like to admit. Here is a charming ode to one of the most common,
yet surprisingly intelligent, animals populating our landscapes. In
this gentle and illuminating study, Matt Whyman embarks on a
journey to uncover the heart and soul of an animal brimming with
more energy, intelligence and playfulness than he could ever have
imagined. In his bid to understand what makes a pig tick, having
climbed a steep learning curve as a keeper himself, Whyman meets a
veterinary professor and expert in pig emotion, as well as a
spirited hill farmer whose world revolves around hogs and sows.
Packed with fascinating research and delightful anecdotes, this
entertaining and informative celebration of all things porcine
covers everything from evolution, behaviour and communication to
friendship, loyalty and broken hearts - uncovering a surprising
notion of family along the way.
The tools you need to raise and care for beef cattle
Beef cattle farming is a business that continues to grow in the
United States and around the world, and it will only grow larger as
the demand for beef continues to increase. "Raising Beef Cattle For
Dummies" provides you with an introduction to all aspects of
raising beef cattle. Packed with expert tips from experienced
farmers, it gives any level of cattle-raiser the tools needed to
increase the quantity and quality of your farm's output and
maintain a healthy herd.
"Raising Beef Cattle For Dummies" is the go-to resource for
aspiring cattle farmers. With important information on health,
handling, and breeding, and detailed coverage of equipment and
supplies, it is teeming with useful information that anyone
interested in raising cattle should have.Advice on which beef
cattle breeds to rearThe prevention and treatment of common
diseasesCaring for pregnant heifers and calving proceduresDietary
specifications dependent on breedGuidance on humane
managementCreating an open and safe pasture habitat
If you're an aspiring cattle farmer looking to begin raising
cattle or an established raiser interested in expanding your herd,
"Raising Beef Cattle For Dummies" has you covered."
Rabbits are versatile animals, farmed for their meat and fur, as
laboratory animals, and also as pets. This well-established book
continues to provide an overview of domesticated rabbit production,
covering topics such as breeding, husbandry, feeding and health.
Now in its fully updated tenth edition, it includes an expanded
consideration of important issues such as animal welfare and
sustainable methods of production. With chapters relating
specifically to meat production, pet rabbits, rabbit shows, and
angora wool production, this new edition: - Includes new
information on the latest methods of artificial insemination,
estrous synchronization, embryo transfer, cloning and molecular
genetics; - Tackles globally prevalent health issues such as
enteritis complex (EC) rabbit enterocolitis (REC), and viral
hemorrhagic disease; - Reviews up-to-the-minute developments such
as the impact of the covid-19 pandemic on food production, as well
as new projects addressing poverty alleviation and food security.
Providing updates on worldwide production trends, figures and new
feed additive products, this book is an essential resource for
anyone involved in rabbit production - from novice to experienced
breeders, veterinarians and industry professionals.
Lambing can be a challenging prospect whether it's your first or
31st season. This practical manual takes you through the period
approaching, during and immediately after lambing. Advice is given
on how to deal with a range of situations, including normal and
malpresentations; the sick in-lamb ewe; abortion; pre- and
post-lambing prolapses; the health of the newborn lamb; and
problems and emergencies in the first few days.
During the eighteenth century, Spain relaxed its stringent export
restrictions on Merino sheep, whose notably fine fleeces had long
ensured the reputation of the Spanish woollen industry. Merinos
were introduced around Europe and in 1792 Sir Joseph Banks,
President of the Royal Society, established the first British flock
in George III's gardens at Kew. This book, describing the qualities
and adaptability of the Merino, was originally published in Paris
in 1802 by the French agriculturalist and aristocrat C. P.
Lasteyrie (1759-1849). It appeared in 1810 in this English
translation by Benjamin Thompson (1775/6-1816), a professional
playwright and translator, who was also an unsuccessful
agricultural speculator and, briefly, secretary to the Merino
Society. Documenting the spread of the Merino, regional variations
in breeding regulations and husbandry practices, and wool yields,
prices and taxation, this promotional treatise sheds light on the
history of both agriculture and commodity trading.
William Henry Hudson (1841 1922) was an Argentinian-born American
naturalist and author, who moved to England in 1874, and became
known for his writings on natural history, both Argentine and
English, and for his work with the Royal Society for the Protection
of Birds. He travelled the country, observing wildlife and rural
life in general, and won high praise both for his work as a
naturalist and for his literary style. A Shepherd's Life, published
in 1910, contains his impressions of the Wiltshire Downs - the
people, places, wildlife and history - which are enhanced by
numerous line-drawings. The central character of the book, Caleb
Bawcombe, an elderly shepherd, is fictitious, but clearly based on
real people Hudson had talked to in Wiltshire, and the overall
picture is of continuing closeness to nature, despite enormous
changes in agricultural practice, in rural societies at the end of
the nineteenth century.
In February 2001, Foot and Mouth Disease arrived in Cumbria. At its
peak Cumbria was the worst affected county in Britain with a
staggering 41 per cent of all cases. For the local community, the
environmental and social consequences were to prove devastating. As
a local resident, leading UK photographer John Darwell found
himself surrounded by the effects of the disease. Over the next
twelve months, he committed himself to recording what was taking
place. Despite government reports to the contrary, the Cumbrian
countryside became largely a 'no-go area', whilst on the farms
thousands of animals were destroyed, their bodies burnt on the now
notorious pyres. The ultimate clean-up of the infected farms led to
extraordinary lengths being taken to eradicate the virus. "Dark
Days" represents, perhaps, the most complete record of this time
and provides a powerful and emotive insight into one of the most
dramatic and destructive periods in British farming history. It is
published in association with Littoral Arts.
This volume reviews, for the first time, the broad range of
issues that affect the welfare of commercially farmed ratites.
Although ratites incorporate several families of flightless birds
this book focuses on the most commonly farmed ratites, the ostrich,
emu and rhea. The readers are taken on a journey through all
sectors of the industry, which include breeding, incubation,
hatching, brooding, rearing, growth, transport and processing, with
an emphasis on husbandry and management protocols that can impact
bird welfare and health. Also discussed is the structure and
sensory innervation of the skin and digits of the birds, and the
potential welfare implications of industry practices on these
structures. Each chapter in this volume focuses on a particular
aspect of the commercial farming of ratites with contributing
authors from a broad range of disciplines."
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