Avian Medicine and Surgery in Practice: Companion and Aviary Birds [Hardcover]

Robert Doneley (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1840761121 | ISBN-13: 978-1840761122 | Publication Date: January 19, 2010 | Edition: 1

Interest in avian medicine has evolved and it is now one of the fastest growing areas in veterinary medicine.  In this concise practical and beautifully illustrated book, early chapters deal with anatomy and physiology, physical examination and advice on how to interpret diagnostic tests.  Disorders affecting the different body regions and systems make up the majority of the book from the external (skin and feathers, eyes, legs and feet) to the internal including the gastrointestinal tract and the cardiovascular system. Further aspects of avian medicine discussed in the book include behavioural problems, surgery and formulary.  In light of 25 years of clinical practice in avian medicine, the author has written this book as a quick reference for clinicians, and as a study guide for undergraduate and post-graduate veterinary students. 

Editorial Reviews

Review

The author aimed to summarise much of the available knowledge in avian medicine and surgery, which this book has successfully achieved, and I discovered new information in every chapter... well set out with many astute observations... chapters are extremely useful for any veterinarian, as they vividly describe the basics of avian medicine and how to apply them... many practical tips and scenarios... [images] are of high quality and are well labelled... a comprehensive and up to date list of formulary, references and biological values, which provide a much needed quick reference... a necessary addition to all avian veterinary libraries... extremely useful for all veterinarians in developing a practical approach to common pet and aviary bird medical and surgical problems. -- A Rosenwax Australian Veterinary Journal 20110615 Several avian books are available for practitioners working with pet birds and most claim to be comprehensive and easy to use. Unfortunately, many don't succeed in accomplishing both aims. This book does. It is an excellent addition to the clinic shelf and should be required reading for veterinarians caring for pet birds. (3 stars) -- Julia Whittington, DVM (University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine) Doody's Review Service

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Manson Publishing Ltd; 1 edition (January 19, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1840761121
• ISBN-13: 978-1840761122
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #320,223 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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