In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic. Provides in-depth reviews on the latest updates in the field, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. R. M. Thornsberry, Alois (Al) F. Kertz, and Jim K. Drackley bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Raising Commercial Dairy Calves. Focusing on the care of commercial dairy calves and the commercial dairy calf industry, top experts in the field cover key topics such as predicting post-weaning dairy calf performance; the practicing veterinarian's role in the veal calf industry; viral and bacterial causes of intestinal disease in young dairy calves: acceptable control measures; cryptosporidiosis; and more. Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including changing demographics of the commercial dairy calf industry; acceptable young calf vaccination strategies; dairy calf nutrition through weaning: recent research findings; nutritional programs for commercial replacement dairy heifer operations; predicting pre-weaning dairy calf performance: the calf toolkit; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on raising commercial dairy calves, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

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In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Equine Practice, guest editor Kevin K. Haussler brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Integrative Medicine. Provides in-depth reviews on the latest updates in Integrative Medicine, providing actionable insights for veterinary practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field; Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

Whether you own cats, dogs, rabbits, chickens, horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, or a combination of animals, you need expert information to make sure your animal friends stay happy and healthy. From nail care for dogs to treating saddle sores on horses to incubating turkey eggs, "Veterinary Guide for Animal Owners, 2nd Edition" offers advice in easy-to-understand language. With this comprehensive book, learn how to:
Provide first aid for cattle
Vaccinate sheep
Treat a colicky horse
Breed chickens
Care for bunnies
Treat a diabetic dog
Help a cat with diarrhea
And much more
Whether you are a 4H student, a home breeder raising chickens, the manager of a small farm, or the owner of a new puppy, this book--chock-full of strategies for preventing and curing common problems--is for you. Authors C. E. Spaulding and Jackie Clay also include a guide to choosing the right veterinarian, a glossary of commonly used terms, and a recommended reading list, making this a perfect no-nonsense companion for any animal owner.

Lusi and Davies have provided an excellent reference resource for students and graduates alike. The number of well-defined, relevant and clear images allow quick understanding for anyone interested in the fascial anatomy of the horse. This small book is perfect to have in your bag, allowing the student or clinician to find all the information they need on-site. - Sophie Neasham, final year veterinary student, University of Veterinary Medicine in Kosice, Slovakia Key features: The first book in equine anatomy to illustrate the fascial (soft connective tissue) connections of the equine forelimb. Clear, high-quality images (with reference images included on each page) help readers identify aspects of the limb photographed. A brief introduction to the forelimb musculoskeletal anatomy (with images) helps readers familiarize themselves with muscles and bones portrayed in photographs. Focused discussions highlight the practical applicability of the fascial connections illustrated. Accompanying video clips demonstrate connectivity of the fascial system particular lines of tension. The first of its kind in equine anatomy, this clear, concise anatomical guide illustrates the fascial (soft connective tissue) connections of the equine forelimb. Based on dissections of fresh equine cadaver limbs, it provides a visual map for equine physical therapists, veterinarians and horse riders, helping them to understand how pathologies, injuries, or movement abnormalities of the equine forelimb arise and/or progress from one area of the limb to another. The fascial system is one of the primary systems acted upon by equine physiotherapists and is of increasing interest to horse riders looking to achieve structural integration and balanced movement in their horse. With this in mind, key points in each chapter highlight everyday situations in which knowledge of the fascial system may assist in understanding horse movement and injury. This practically applicable anatomical atlas is the ideal reference for horse owners, body workers and veterinarians alike.

In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Equine Practice, guest editor Isabelle Kilcoyne brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Management of Emergency Cases on the Farm. Provides in-depth, clinical reviews on Management of Emergency Cases on the Farm, providing actionable insights for veterinary practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field; Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

Manual of Clinical Procedures in the Horse is a detailed step-by-step guide to clinical skills in equine practice. With information on techniques ranging from physical examination and blood sampling to lameness and neurologic exams and other specialized procedures, the book is an aid to confidently and effectively performing procedures used in daily equine practice. Well illustrated with clinical photographs throughout, the book s focus is on providing thorough, easy-to-understand descriptions of 80 techniques necessary for examining and treating horses. Each topic includes a summary of the purpose, potential complications, equipment and proper restraint for each procedure, with a detailed description of each action for the technique and the rationale behind it. More than 1,100 full-colour clinical photographs demonstrate the techniques. Manual of Clinical Procedures in the Horse is an essential purchase for any veterinary practice seeing equine patients. Key features * Details each step for 80 common procedures for veterinary care of the horse * Supports veterinarians and technicians in performing techniques in daily equine practice * Presents more than 1,100 images depicting the steps described in the text * Covers the purpose, potential complications, equipment, restraint, actions and rationale for each procedure * Offers a practical patient-side reference to essential techniques in clinical practice, ranging from basic assessment to specialized procedures

This book summarizes the results achieved so far by application of various biological systems (including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics) involved in the pathomechanisms and early diagnosis of periparturient diseases as specific biomarkers of disease in cattle. These emerging technologies help to extensively enhance our understanding of the etiology and pathogenesis of periparturient diseases of transition dairy cows. The book includes a chapter dedicated to 'omics' sciences and one that discusses the myths established in animal and veterinary sciences in recent decades and emerging, new paradigms. The diseases discussed include metritis, mastitis, laminitis, ketosis, rumen acidosis, periparturient immunosuppression, gastrointestinal microbiota and their involvement in disease, infertility, fatty liver, milk fever, and retained placenta. This book is intended for academics, veterinarians, animal nutritionists, researchers, and graduate students working in the field of 'omics sciences' with a special interest in dairy cattle health.

Completely updated and revised, Farm Animal Behaviour 2nd Edition continues to provide essential information on normal and stereotypic behaviours in a wide variety of farm animals to help in the assessment and diagnosis of their health and welfare. Comprehensive coverage of a range of farmed animals from: horses, cattle, sheep, goats and pigs through to domesticated poultry, deer, ostrich and many other species. Innate, learned and social behaviours are described together with activity, vision and hearing to build a picture of normal behaviours presented in a clear and consistent way for each species. Stereotypic behaviours, injuries and disease, resulting from improper management practices, are outlined in detail. For the second edition Professor Stefan Gunnarsson joins the author team and contributes his long-standing knowledge, clinical and scientific expertise. Many new snapshot photographs in full colour throughout have been added to further illustrate behaviours as they occur. New information on normal and stereotypic behaviours is included. The explosion in new research is captured with a wealth of new references and pointers for further reading. A consistent approach to each species allows for easy comparison. Farm Animal Behaviour 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive yet concise background for all students, postgraduates and practitioners in veterinary medicine, animal science, welfare and ethology.

This book is a down to earth, practical guide which provides ten simple steps for success for anyone responsible for recruiting a winning veterinary practice team: whether they are recruiting employees and building their team, or changing culture and creating a supportive environment where employees are engaged and motivated. It is ideal for small business owners who can't afford to employ any human resource support. Intensely practical, it delivers key facts for veterinary staff starting out in business. The book: * Details how you can attract, recruit and retain the right people for a winning team * Guides you on creating a well organised, supportive practice in which employees can flourish * Provides you with a basic introduction to building a strategy and improving your marketing campaigns * Covers the basics of sound financial planning and how to win clients and increase your revenues * Looks at how to manage common pitfalls With a wealth of practical templates and forms to use, this book adopts a straight-talking approach which will be welcomed by anyone starting their own veterinary practice.

Contains a DVD that includes more than 50 videos of surgical and experimental techniques and a color histologic atlas of normal tissues Provides normal data for the most common breeds of minipigs and domestic swine Adds new chapters on cancer models, transgenics, necropsy, and toxicology Includes technical discussions on anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care that represent the best practices for using swine in experimental surgery Presents extended reference lists at the end of each chapter to point toward further study

Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult: Ruminant, Second Edition keeps practitioners completely current with the latest in disease management for ruminants and camelids. * Updates the first all-in-one ruminant resource designed specifically for quick information retrieval * Provides identically formatted topics for easy searching by alphabetical listing or by discipline, with each topic indicating the species affected * Offers fast access to the accumulated wisdom of hundreds of veterinary experts * Adds more than 100 new topics, with significant revisions to existing topics * Includes access to a companion website with additional topics, client education handouts, and figures

AS SEEN ON BBC TWO'S HIT TV-SHOW 'THIS FARMING LIFE' 'A heartwarming tale of life on the land' Alan Titchmarsh 'There's love and loss, challenge and adversity, but above all it's warm, insightful and inspiring' Helen Skelton 'Will inspire any reader to look at the countryside - and all those who work there - with newfound appreciation' Jimmy Doherty 'Uplifting, charming and beautifully written' Adam Henson Emma Gray was just twenty-three when she moved to an isolated farm in Northumberland, becoming Britain's youngest solo shepherdess. In the seasons that followed, Emma fell in love with its rolling fields, surrounding forest and sturdy farmhouse, tending her sheep and training her dogs - and even found romance. But when Emma finds herself suddenly alone again, heartbroken and recovering from a serious accident, she wonders if her isolated existence is still such a sensible idea. Even if she recovers, how could she make a proper living on Fallowlees Farm? In her heartwarming book, Emma tells the story of how she picked herself up and expanded her cattle herd, added more horses to her menagerie, and became one of the country's most successful breeders and trainers of Border Collies - unexpectedly discovering true love and lasting happiness along the way. Written with warmth and humour, My Farming Life is a joyous celebration of nature and community, and a delight for anyone who's ever dreamed of living closer to the countryside.

Guest edited by Dr. Michelle A. Kutzler and Dr. Cynthia Wolf, this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Food Animal Practice will cover several key areas of interest related to Small Ruminants. This issue is one of three selected each year by our series Consulting Editor, Dr. Robert A. Smith. Articles in this issue include but are not limited to: Abdominal imaging in small ruminants-liver, spleen, gastrointestinal tract and lymph nodes, Imaging of the urinary and reproductive tract in small ruminants, Pain management in small ruminants, Management of urologic conditions in small ruminants, Hematologic conditions of small ruminants, Management of reproductive diseases in male small ruminants, Resuscitation Compression for Newborn Sheep, Estrus synchronization in the sheep and goat, Udder health for dairy goats, Update on lentiviruses in small ruminants, Reindeer veterinary care for small ruminant practitioners, Epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) and CWD in cervids, Secure sheep & wool supply, Animal welfare concerns for small ruminant producers, Hysteroscopic imaging in camelids, and more.

In today's world, we are witnessing simultaneous breakthroughs in reproductive technologies, genomics, and molecular biology. Advances in molecular genetic technology and understanding of the bovine genome have led to the development of tools that can be used to enhance profitability on cow-calf enterprises. Factors Affecting Calf Crop: Biotechnology of Reproduction provides a detailed compilation of current and forthcoming technology for managing reproduction in cattle. The book discusses topics such as: approved techniques for controlling the estrous cycle in cattle; managing follicular growth with progesterone, estrogens, and prostaglandins; freezing, thawing, and transfer of cattle embryos; application of embryo transfer to the beef cattle industry; embryo transfer in topically adapted cattle; new factors affecting bull fertility; embryo collection and utilization technology, in vitro fertilization, somatic cell cloning, and genetic technologies; uses of real-time ultrasound; and sexed semen. Over 25 leading animal scientists have combined their expertise to produce the first single-source reference that covers successful reproductive techniques that will, most likely, be the wave of the future. Expansive in scope, the book addresses current biotechnologies as they impact the production of beef cattle. Written at a level to appeal to the researcher, commercial producer, or student, Factors Affecting Calf Crop: Biotechnology of Reproduction presents you with a wealth of technologies applicable to animal agriculture.

The author has completely revised his book for the Fourth Edition, paying particular attention to recent developments in our understanding of gut worm resistance to medicines, the increased prevalence of Caseous lymphadenitis and changes to scrapie controls in the EU. Topics such as farm biosecurity and herd health plans have been added and the section on notifiable diseases expanded to make this a more comprehensive book on all aspects of goat disease. He also includes many new colour photographs (for the first time integrated with the text).

Vermittelt ein umfassendes Verstandnis samtlicher Krankheiten, die bei Ziegen in unterschiedlichen geographischen Lagen und unter einem breiten Spektrum von Haltungsbedingungen auftreten koennen, von der extensiven Weidehaltung uber die intensive Milchproduktion bis zur Heimtierhaltung. Die dritte Auflage von Goat Medicine ist ein umfassendes Referenzwerk fur Ziegenkrankheiten in allen Landern der Welt. Die beiden Autoren ? approbierte Tierarzte mit weltweiter Erfahrung im Bereich Ziegenzucht und -gesundheit ? prasentieren in diesem Werk die neusten Fortschritte bei Diagnose- und Therapieverfahren sowie eine umfassende Betrachtung aller wesentlichen Krankheiten der Ziege. Das Buch enthalt massgebliche, klinisch relevante Informationen zur Erkennung, Diagnose, Behandlung, Bekampfung und Vorbeugung von Ziegenkrankheiten beim Einzeltier, bei einer Herde oder sogar auf nationaler Ebene. Zum leichteren Verstandnis und um die Inhalte des Buchs muhelos erlernbar zu machen, ist das Buch logisch nach Koerpersystemen gegliedert und durchgangig mit farbigen Abbildungen illustriert. Behandelt werden u.a. die folgenden Themen: * Bekampfung wirtschaftlich relevanter Infektionskrankheiten wie der Caprinen Arthritis-Encephalitis, der Paratuberkulose und der Pest der kleinen Wiederkauer sowie innerer und ausserer Parasiten * Differenzialdiagnose bei chronischem Gewichtsverlust und ploetzlichem Tod, Anasthesie und Enthornung/Drusenentfernung * Ernahrung und Stoffwechselkrankheiten, Management der Herdengesundheit und Praventivmedizin * Arzneimittelliste fur Ziegen mit empfohlenen Dosierungen sowie Moeglichkeiten der Alternativmedizin Wissenschaftler, Forscher, Amtstierarzte, Labordiagnostiker, Industrietierarzte, Veterinartechniker und behandelnde Tierarzte in aller Welt koennen sich mit gutem Gewissen auf dieses Buch verlassen und es bei Bedarf jederzeit als umfassendes Referenzwerk zu samtlichen Themen rund um die Gesundheit und die Krankheiten von Ziegen verwenden.

A unique resource for all those interested in the impact of worms on livestock, the anthelmintics used to get rid of them and the emerging problem of anthelmintic resistance. This book provides an over-arching view of past, present and suggested future strategies for control of gastrointestinal nematode parasites in sheep and cattle.

The book begins with descriptions of the biology of gastrointestinal nematodes, the harm they cause to the host and their economic impact. The main body of the book deals with the control of worms, focusing on the use of anthelmintic drenches. The relationship between drenching practices and the development of drug resistance is discussed, as well as resistance management. The authors also break new ground by discussing alternative options for worm control, including: nutritional interventions, biological control, breeding for desirable genetics and artificially improving immunity to infection. They also offer useful recommendations for program development.

Since the popular first edition was published more than a decade ago, the number of swine used in toxicity studies has increased as an alternative to commonly used non-rodent species, such as dogs and primates. A volume in the Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference Series, The Laboratory Swine, Second Edition maintains the high standard set by the previous edition and is poised to continue its legacy as the premier laboratory reference on the care and use of swine in the laboratory.

Emphasizes Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Swine

Addressing the biology, husbandry, management, veterinary care and research applications of both large and miniature swine, this color reference is a complete source of information on the species. It is thoroughly updated and includes a major revision to the anesthetics section. It also places a heightened focus on animal welfare and addresses important considerations related to genetically modified swine. The book is divided into six parts:

• Important Biological Features examines everything from different breeds and behavior, to anatomical and physiological features, as well as digestive, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems
• Husbandry addresses housing, nutrition, sanitation, transportation, and more
• Management and Quality Assurance looks at the impact of infections on animal research using swine, zoonotic diseases, legal regulations, genetic monitoring, and more
• Veterinary Care covers a variety of topics, such as clinical examination, diseases, pain recognition, and post-operative management
• Experimental Techniques addresses restraint, sampling techniques, basic surgical procedures, and other issues
• Resources provides extensive references for further study, including handbooks, journals, and websites

The Laboratory Swine, Second Edition is ideal for animal caretakers, technicians, investigators, and laboratory animal veterinarians as a single-source reference that contributes to the humane care and use of swine in research.

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Lameness is one of the most costly diseases affecting cattle and cases are increasing as dairy cows spend more time confined to concrete instead of grassy pasture. The economic impact of lameness is significant. Preventive claw care is increasingly practiced in modern dairy farming and is now recognized as a necessary investment in herd health.
Manual for Treatment and Control of Lameness in Cattle includes:
* clear illustrations of anatomical features of the bovine foot
* detailed photographs of lesions
* discussion on the practical aspect of functional and corrective trimming
* references for veterinarians, animals/dairy scientists, commercial hoof trimmers, dairy farmers and dairy health technicians