Manual of exotic pet practice

著者

    • Mitchell, Mark A.
    • Tully, Thomas N

書誌事項

Manual of exotic pet practice

Mark A. Mitchell, Thomas N. Tully

Saunders, c2009

  • hbk

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注記

Includes bibliographical references and index

内容説明・目次

内容説明

The only book of its kind with in-depth coverage of the most common exotic species presented in practice, this comprehensive guide prepares you to treat invertebrates, fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds, marsupials, North American wildlife, and small mammals such as ferrets, rabbits, and rodents. Organized by species, each chapter features vivid color images that demonstrate the unique anatomic, medical, and surgical features of each species. This essential reference also provides a comprehensive overview of biology, husbandry, preventive medicine, common disease presentations, zoonoses, and much more. Other key topics include common health and nutritional issues as well as restraint techniques, lab values, drug dosages, and special equipment needed to treat exotics. Brings cutting-edge information on all exotic species together in one convenient resource. Offers essential strategies for preparing your staff to properly handle and treat exotic patients. Features an entire chapter on equipping your practice to accommodate exotic species, including the necessary equipment for housing, diagnostics, pathology, surgery, and therapeutics. Provides life-saving information on CPR, drugs, and supportive care for exotic animals in distress. Discusses wildlife rehabilitation, with valuable information on laws and regulations, establishing licensure, orphan care, and emergency care. Includes an entire chapter devoted to the emergency management of North American wildlife. Offers expert guidance on treating exotics for practitioners who may not be experienced in exotic pet care.

目次

1. History of Exotic Pets 2. Preparing Your Hospital for Exotics 3. Invertebrates 4. Fish 5. Amphibians 6. Crocodilians 7. Snakes 8. Lizards 9. Chelonians 10. Birds 11. Marsupials 12. Mice and rats 13. Ferrets 14. Rabbits 15. Hamsters and gerbils 16. Hedgehogs 17. Guinea Pigs 18. Chinchillas 19. North American Wildlife

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BA9105455X
  • ISBN
    • 9781416001195
  • 出版国コード
    us
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    St. Louis, Mo. ; Edinburgh
  • ページ数/冊数
    xiii, 546 p
  • 大きさ
    29cm
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