Rapid Review of Exotic Animal Medicine and Husbandry: Pet Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians and Fish
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.49 (782 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1840760559 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-04 |
| Language | : | English |
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North Carolina State University, USA
Cases are cross-referenced, cite key references and there is a detailed index.The Rapid Review is designed to appeal to veterinary practitioners dealing with an ever-wider variety of animals, to veterinary instructors and students, technicians, nurses and assistants, and to other animal health professionals in practice and training.. The case-based approach offers the freedom to deal succinctly with multifactorial and multisystemic conditions. The book is divided into four sectionssmall mammals, birds, reptiles/amphibians, ornamental fishand consists of an introduction to the essential aspects of medicine and husbandry of each group of animals, 400 color-illustrated clinical cases, plus summary questions to highlight key points.The cases are a blend of the more common and especially interesting conditions, and cover clinical presentation, etiology/pathogenesis, investigation, diagnosis and differential diagnosis, management options, prognosis and husbandry advice to the client. Four authors of international renown have combined their practical and instructional skills to provide this focused yet wide-ranging review
A perfect choice for college-level libraries strong in exotic animal medicine College-level libraries strong in veterinary science will relish Rapid Review of Exotic Animal Medicine and Husbandry, a survey of care of pet mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. Color photos liberally pepper a compendium of animal facts including details on symptoms, management, treatment options, and prognosis, making this a perfect choice . "Five Stars" according to Telma Vidal. Sorry I dont speak English thanks
They should be commended on putting together this useful text for the ever-growing veterinary interest to treat exotic animals.Thomas Tully, Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine, April 2009a fun and interesting way to learn about these species, and provides pithy and accurate, up to date assessments of most of the common conditions and problems that will present in this diverse group of animals. It should be a welcome addition to the book shelf of those dealing with exotic animals.Sharon Redrobe, The Veterinary Journal, April 2009This is a useful self assessment resource for experienced and novice practitioners caring for exotic animal pets Will provide veterinarians with a quick, case-based reference with pictures to help guide them towards more information or even to rule out diseases and husbandry issues. (3 stars)Julia Whittington, DVM, University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, Doody's Review Servi