Canine Orthopedics [Hardcover]

Robert Rooks (Author), Connie Jankowski (Author), Suzanna Lee (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1997

This dog owner's guide for assessing problems also provides methods for preventing them environmentally and genetically.

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Whether your dog is the family pet, a canine athlete, or a working dog, orthopedics affects every aspect of that dog's daily life, including the ability to stand, lie down, site, as well as to move comfortably and efficiently. Damaged bones, along with soft tissue injury and strictures, can cause wear and tear on joints. This can lead to lameness, discomfort, pain, impaired function and irritability. Although we may not think of it or realize it, that sweet, loving companion can turn into an irritable grouch if even the simplest orthopedic problems exist. Canine Orthopedics identifies and discusses the diseases and maladies, genetic, environmental and traumatic, that affect the skeletal structure of dogs. These problems that determine the fitness, function, soundness and overall well-being of dogs. Canine Orthopedics directs particular emphasis to how owners can learn to evaluate problems; preventative measures including nutrition, accident prevention and selective breeding; treatment options (including the very latest and experimental programs from veterinary schools); and causes of lameness. Canine Orthopedics will give all dog owners enhanced insight to use for themselves and communicate more effectively with the veterinarian. -- Midwest Book Review

Product Details

• Hardcover: 278 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House (April 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876057202
• ISBN-13: 978-0876057209
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,006,276 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Canine Orthapedics For ordinary Folks, September 21, 2000

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Bonnie K. Conrad - See all my reviews

This review is from: Canine Orthopedics (Hardcover)

The Author did a great job writing this book in terms most people can understand. Illustrations were O.K.,Breed Predispositions were good. Covered everything that might be an Orthpedic problem. Great book to have on the book shelf for anyone with dogs period. Will recommend this one.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly good book, December 9, 2003

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This review is from: Canine Orthopedics (Hardcover)

Just have to say its an incredibly good book on dogs. Those of us who love dogs sometimes sit around at shows endlessly analyzing gait. This book is a professional way to do it, but written so well that amateurs can understand and be interested. Good for all breeds, but if you have a dog in performance events, like hunting, coursing, running, or agility, you need this book. Or, if you have a breed prone to hip dysplasia, like Rotties or Dobes, you need this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Canine Orthopedics, May 20, 2009

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This review is from: Canine Orthopedics (Hardcover)

This is a great reference guide for any one that loves dogs. It is written by one the leading orthopedic surgeons in the area, who has made it his mission to improve the quality of life for our four legged "kids". A must read for anyone who is looking for a life companion.