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Sue Dallas (Author)
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July 31, 2006 1405137959 978-1405137959 2
Following the success of the first edition, this new edition has been expanded to include more information on small mammals, birds and fish. Intended as a foundation text for those on animal care, nurse auxiliary and veterinary care assistant courses, it introduces essential theoretical background information and clearly outlines the practical skills necessary when embarking on the care of any animal.

  • Designed specifically to meet the requirements of animal care, pre-veterinary nursing auxiliary and care students;


  • Provides basic training in animal biology and care, with particular attention given to those subjects that students find difficult to understand, such as anatomy and physiology;


  • New chapter additions on fish and birds.

Clearly and simply laid out, with over 150 illustrations, Animal Biology and Care 2e will be invaluable to all those training or working in animal care.


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"A valuable resource for anyone involved in the training or handling of companion animals"
Canadian Veterinary Journal, 2007

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Dallas (animal care, veterinary nursing, Rodbaston College, UK) addresses the training and examination needs of animal care and pre- veterinary nursing students. Coverage includes the basics of animal biology (cells & tissue, body systems & function, basic genetics); animal health and husbandry (basic care, dog & cat diseases, disease transmission & control, zoonones, parasitology, hygiene); and nursing (first aid, bandaging, hospitalization, monitoring, drug administration, isolation and quarantine). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (July 31, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1405137959
  • ISBN-13: 978-1405137959
  • Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,589,944 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended, "student friendly" basic introduction., June 5, 2000
In Animal Biology And Care, Sue Dallas provides a comprehensive introduction for animal care and pre-veterinary nursing students in basic animal biology and care, with particular attention to anatomy and physiology. Section 1 introduces the reader to basic animal cell and tissue structure, organ structures and systems. Section 2 focuses on animal health and husbandry, as well as the basic requirements for animal health, disease transfer, and the effect of micro-organisms on body systems. Section 3 covers the nursing procedures for an animal and includes an introduction to medical terminology. Offering a clear, "student friendly" text which is enhanced with more than 150 illustrations, Animal Biology And Care is highly recommended, basic, essential reading for anyone training or working in the field of animal care.
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