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Books > Professional & Technical > Veterinary science > Veterinary science: large animals (domestic / farm)
For the first time pharmacology is tackled as book in its own
right. This multi-contributor text provides a complete source of
information on drugs used in the horse. Each chapter covers a
particular class of drugs or organ system, providing clinical
information and discussing therapeutic strategies for managing
disease conditions. The text is fully referenced and current
prescribing practice for horses is backed up by scientific research
published in the literature: for example, direct evidence from
equine studies versus extrapolation from studies in other species
is reviewed by the contributors. A formulary of generic drug names
that includes dosages and routes of administration, with a special
emphasis on products and dose rates approved for use in horses, is
included at the end of the book. The latest information on
therapeutic options for horses is provided, including products
recently introduced on the market. An alphabetic, generic formulary
in the back of the book provides readers with a handy, quick
reference. Content is clearly cross referenced, making information
concise and easy to find. A practical systems approach is useful to
practitioners and students alike. Comprehensive discussions provide
a sound basis for making therapeutic decisions in equine practice.
Well-referenced content offers readers a solid background in
clinical pharmacology and therapeutics.
Marek s disease is a form of cancer of poultry caused by an
important herpesvirus (MDV). It continues to be a threat to poultry
health and welfare and worldwide losses are estimated to be US$ 1
billion annually. This book provides a timely review of the
problems of Marek's disease with descriptions of the complex viral
life cycle, how MDV targets different types of white blood cells,
and details of the virus structure, its genes and proteins.
* The multiplicity of factors contributing to susceptibility is
explored in detail
* Vaccination - the problems arising from current vaccination
strategies and how these can be improved and made sustainable in
future
* The lessons learned in the control of MD over the past 30 years,
and how we can use MD as a model for other animal and human
diseases is discussed
This book provides the equine expert and general veterinary
practitioner with a complete review of the latest information on
all aspects of equine gastroenterology. Edited by an international
team of equine specialists and with over 55 contributors from the
USA and Europe, it provides the most up-to-date information on a
wide range of conditions such as colic, hepatobiliary disease,
oesophageal disorders, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal parasites and
many more. With detailed chapters on diagnosis and clinical
examination, medical and surgical treatment and management of
complications, it gives veterinarians all the information they need
to diagnose and treat any gastrointestinal problem in the horse or
foal.All the gastrointestinal problems ever likely to be
encountered are discussed in detail Huge section on colic, the most
common disorder encountered in horses Fully international team of
editors and contributors Highly illustrated with almost 250
photographs and line figures Separate section on gastrointestinal
conditions in the foal Both medical and surgical treatment
discussed in detail Reviews possible complications and shows how to
avoid them Comprehensive chapter on gastrointestinal parasites Full
coverage of all diagnostic procedures Chapter on laparoscopy in
equine gastroenterology
Mastitis is one of the most common diseases in dairy cattle
throughout the world and it is also one of the most costly,
resulting in reduced milk production and extra treatment costs.
This invaluable book covers all aspects of the subject and is
essential reading for veterinary surgeons and students, farmers and
also those involved in the practical care of cattle.
Respond quickly and confidently to emergency situations with the
only text dedicated entirely to equine emergency treatment. The
latest edition of this reliable manual is vastly expanded to
encompass a wide range of new and evolving topics in horse care,
with thorough, step-by-step procedures for the most effective
emergency treatment. Portable for use in the clinic or in the field
and presented for the first time in full color, it's your
one-source guide for complete equine emergency support. Essential
examination, diagnostic, and treatment information for each body
system is presented in a logical format so you can quickly find
answers during equine emergencies. What to Do and What Not to Do
boxes guide you through the step-by-step treatment of an emergency
and draw your attention to important steps to take and those to
avoid. High-quality photographs and illustrations visually clarify
key concepts and guide you through procedures step by step. NEW!
Chapter covering bacterial and viral diseases arms you with
critical information on diagnostic labs, collection, submission,
and interpretation. NEW! Chapter on emergency diagnostic procedures
keeps you up-to-date on all the tests needed to determine the most
effective treatment. NEW! Chapter on gene testing provides
information on which gene tests and labs should be performed. NEW!
Chapter on biopsy techniques highlights the different instruments
available, endoscopic and laparoscopic techniques, as well as how
to perform a pleuritis examination. NEW! Chapter on laboratory
submission offers the latest information on tests, laboratory
charts, guidelines for making an appropriate submission, and blood
drawing. NEW! Chapters on feeding and starvation and flood injury
supply the latest guidelines for nutrition, disaster medicine, and
snake bites/envenomation.
This highly readable textbook provides a comprehensive but concise
overview of the principles of oncogenesis in veterinary medicine,
discussing selected tumors in domestic animals in detail, and
addressing cancer diagnostics and therapy. All chapters are
illustrated with histological and radiological images to enhance
readers' understanding. Accordingly, the book is a must-have
reference guide for all graduate and advanced undergraduate
students in Veterinary Medicine with a special interest in
oncology.
Eddie Straiton was the worlds outstanding communicator of
veterinary procedures and animal care. He earned the title TV Vet
from the long series of television programmes in which he
brilliantly demonstrated animal husbandry to a wide audience.
Following on from his television experience, Eddie Straiton became
a prolific author, and more than half a million copies of his books
have been sold around the world. Now in its seventh edition, Sheep
Ailments Recognition and Treatment covers all the essential
information that a flock owner, shepherd or student needs to know.
Eddie Straiton is the world's outstanding communicator of
veterinary procedures and animal care. He earned the title 'TV Vet'
from the long series of television programmes in which he
brilliantly demonstrated animal husbandry to a wide audience.
"Global Livestock Health Policy" is designed to provide an
understanding of the complexities of national and subnational
animal and public health policies and how those policies impact
domestic livestock industries. These policies shape domestic
disease control programs, international trade, and food safety
efforts.
This book offers public policy makers and animal health
officials in government and industry a foundation on which to
institute scientifically sound national and subnational animal
health programs; solidify infrastructures; enhance communication
between legislators, regulators, and affected parties; and expedite
international agreements for safe worldwide movement of animals and
animal products in a global free market economy.
Organized in eight free standing chapters which include case
studies, a glossary and an epilogue, this arrangement leads readers
progressively through the events and decisions underlying the
present US and global animal health policy status, lays out
challenges facing the US and other nations, describes the
components of a credible and competitive animal health
infrastructure, and puts forward strategies for achieving policies
that are adaptable to global and domestic dynamics while addressing
the multiple issues and interests bearing on animal health, animal
welfare, and food safety. The case studies contain background
information and questions for group discussions.
The book is intended for use by animal health officials;
agribusiness leaders; commodity groups; financial institutions;
legislators and their staffs; importers and exporters of animals,
animal products, biologics and pharmaceuticals; leadership of the
regulatory, academic and diagnostic sectors of the agricultural and
veterinary communities; consumers; or anyone else interested in
protection, production, processing, and distribution of animals and
related products.
Put the principles of good breeding management into practice with
Equine Breeding Management and Artificial Insemination, 2nd Edition
for reproductive success! Practical information on the reproductive
management of both thoroughbred and warmblood breeding operations
prepares you to effectively breed even problem mares and stallions.
Plus, detailed content on techniques, procedures, reproductive
physiology, and more help you increase reproductive efficiency as
well as track and improve your results throughout each breeding
season. A section on reproduction efficiency evaluation includes a
worksheet to evaluate the performance of both mares and stallions
during each breeding season, and helps you compare reproductive
performance with previous breeding seasons. Detailed descriptions
of procedures and techniques including embryo transfer, artificial
insemination, and more enable you to implement the methods for
better breeding results. Practical information on reproductive
management of both thoroughbred and warmblood breeding operations
enhance the fertility of problem mares and stallions.
World-renowned authors and contributors with years of practical
knowledge and experience provide cutting-edge information. Vibrant
full-color design and photographs show accurate representations of
clinical appearance. Chapters covering the latest reproductive
techniques improve chances of successful breeding, and improve
survival rates after the birth of the foal. Vital chapters with
information on recognizing potential problems help you quickly
identify warning signs before fertility is negatively affected.
Written for students and all with a general interest in breeding
horses, this book sets out to provide a basic understanding with
sufficient practical information for beginners to get
started.
Enough reproductive physiology of the mare and stallion is
included to clarify the management techniques which are explained
later in the book, but unnecessary details are avoided. Artificial
insemination and embryo transfer are also explained, as are
selecting the broodmare and stallion, management at covering and
during pregnancy, and post-partum care of the mare and foal.
With her landmark first book Horse Speak: The Equine-Human
Translation Guide, trainer Sharon Wilsie upended conventional
methods of human equine communication (using words and ropes, for
example) with her clear classification of the language horses use
with each other (body, breath, and intent), as well as an
unparalleled explanation of how we as humans can effectively mirror
it. Learning to "listen" and "talk" to horses in their language,
instead of expecting them to comprehend ours, is a milestone in the
progressive philosophy of horsemanship, helping find positive
solutions to behavior and training problems and ultimately leading
to fewer misunderstandings between horses and humans. In her much
anticipated follow up, Wilsie uses true stories to relate examples
of "problems" and how they were solved using Horse Speak. Her
engaging narrative introduces readers to dozens of real life
scenarios from different barns, various disciplines, and riders and
handlers with contrasting experiences and backgrounds. Wilsie
highlights her Horse Speak process, the clues that point to the
best course of action, and the steps she takes to connect with
horses that have shut down, grown confused, or become sulky or
aggressive for any number of reasons. The result is a book full of
incredible insight and exciting possibilities.
Goats are adaptable creatures in the wild but, if kept as pets, or
commercially farmed, they rely very heavily on their owners not
only for food, water and shelter, but also for protection from
disease or injury. This second edition has been extensively updated
to include more information on current issues such as antimicrobial
and anthelmintic resistance, herd health planning, and new and
emerging or changing conditions such as bovine TB. It is a clearly
written, well-illustrated book and should be an invaluable,
practical reference work aimed at all those who own, or care for,
goats whether they be commercial goat farmers, smallholders, stock
people and students. It is written by an experienced veterinary
surgeon, and its overall objective is to provide some practical
advice on managing goats daily including tips on how to keep them
fit and healthy, how to recognise signs of ill health, and when a
veterinary surgeon needs to be consulted.
'Retire? You can't retire!', Sir David Attenborough told John
Bartram, when the man who has been gamekeeper and senior wildlife
officer for Richmond Park for the past thirty years announced his
intention to step away from the role, bidding farewell to the
iconic park which has been his home, the backdrop for a career many
would give anything for, and a way of life for so long. During a
career spanning four decades John has been the behind-the-scenes
mastermind ensuring the welfare and maintenance of Richmond Park's
world-famous herd of deer - widely thought of as the finest herd in
captivity. Working with these fabled creatures has demanded
balancing their needs with the very real, and often fatal, dangers
the park's visitors pose to his herd, and John pulls no punches
when it comes to his opinion on the deer's place in the scheme of
things, the human 'invaders' and the collision of their two worlds.
A remarkable diary chronicling the final year of John's charmed
life as the guardian of Richmond Park, this memoir tells of the
unique demands of each new season, and of the enormous wrench he
will feel upon no longer waking up in the midst of so much
unchanged and wild beauty.Park Life is a treasure trove of stories
and memories, some poignant and moving, others offbeat and
hilarious: from the quirk of fate and farcical interview that led
to him getting the job, to living in close-quarters with the deer,
the tragedy of putting down fatally wounded animals, and the annual
ritual of the rut - as dependable as the rising and setting of the
sun.
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