Extensive coverage on all of the exotic species brings cutting edge information into one comprehensive resource
Clear and precise information about treating and handling exotics gives practitioners who are not experienced the necessary guidance to treating the most commonly seen disorders
The full color treatment in the book enables practitioners to better diagnose and treat exotics by demonstrating the unique anatomy of each species in detail, especially in addressing various body systems
The information is organized by species and each chapter has a consistent format. The logical organization helps the reader to quickly find the species he's looking for and to easily locate specific information within the chapter
Provides veterinarians, especially those who don't have much experience working with exotics, with essential information on how to properly prepare their staff and waiting rooms for exotics and the equipment they will need to treat them
Provides life-saving information on CPR, drugs, respiratory distress, and supportive care for exotic animals in distress
The Avian section will be expanded to approach the level of coverage for small mammals and reptiles. It will now feature four all-new chapters on Psittacines and passerines, Raptors, Waterfowl, and Chickens
New chapter on Prairie Dogs provides essential information on these increasingly popular exotic pets
All chapters will be thoroughly updated, ensuring that the reader is provided with the most up-to-date content on exotic pets
New expert authors will contribute information in their areas of expertise, ensuring that this book contains current, authoritative information on each species
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Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
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Für höhere Schule und Studium
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Approx. 500 illustrations (500 in full color)
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Höhe: 276 mm
Breite: 216 mm
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978-0-323-53358-4 (9780323533584)
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Mark Mitchell works at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA. Thomas N. Tully, Professor Zoological Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA,
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Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Professor Zoological Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
1. Introduction: Preparing your Practice for Exotic Pets
2. Invertebrates
3. Ornamental Fish
4. Amphibians
5. Crocodilians
6. Snakes
7. Lizards
8. Chelonians
9. Psittacines and passerines
10. Chickens
11. Raptors
12. Waterfowl
13. Marsupials
14. Mice and rats
15. Ferrets
16. Rabbits
17. Hamsters and gerbils
18. Hedgehogs
19. Guinea pigs
20. Chinichillas
21. Prairie dogs???????