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Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians Sixth Edition

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I recently started working in a veterinarian office to get clinical hours for my veterinary school application. I bought this book based on the Amazon reviews so that I could study and look a bit less clueless around the hospital :) The first chapter I read was on animal restraint, and it was very frustrating. I feel like the text was bloated to make some sort of length requirement because the chapter's sections go on and on with very little meat to it. (Do we really need it spelled out several times in excruciating detail why it's bad if an animal escapes or bites someone?) You'll get almost the same value from just reading the one sentence highlighted summaries sprinkled through the text as you do from reading the whole thing. Based off the many more positive reviews here, I guess the book may be more appropriate as a textbook, and less so for a practical guide for learning procedures you'll be expected to perform in a clinical setting.

There is a reason that this book is referred to as "The Bible" at our clinic. It is extremely informative for any assistant or technician. It covers everything top to bottom and is a great resource to keep on your shelf.

I am a first year VT student who finds this book INVALUABLE. As others have noted, this is a well-rounded, knowledgeable text. However, as a reptile owner, I was dismayed to note that, on p. 486, suggested protein sources for juvenile iguanas include "dog food, monkey biscuits, and tofu." In a word, NO! This was the thinking perhaps a decade ago, but continued research by respected herpetoculturists has proven that the best diet for a juvenile iguana is TOTALLY herbivorous. (See www.anapsid.org for details) This is merely one sentence in an otherwise exceptional book, but I find it somewhat irresponsible. Exotics owners already deal w/ a plethora of misinformation, why proliferate such outdated ideas in such a trusted text? Yes, I plan to concentrate eventually on reptile medicine...:)

Consider this as the book that complete's Mosby's review. It follows the exact same contents but instead of being written in outline form (which condenses and leaves out alot of information), this book is written with full sentences and paragraphs. It reads well, filling in all the gaps in Mosby's without getting too over the head. The pictures are worth a million for all those things that were difficult to visualize. I highly recommend this book, even over Mosby's to study for the VTNE! You'll not only use it to study for the exam, but to keep it as reference in the future.

this book is very basic, if you have more than a year's work at a clinic you might be bored. A good beginner book for Vet Techs who dont have any in clinic experience.

i am a new vet. graduate and this book is my guide to every thing in the veterinary med.
i always say to be a good vet u have to be a good tech.

This book has been a great help in Intro to Veterinary Technology class. Every time I open it I learn something useful. There are great sections on the inner workings of veterinary hospitals and clinics, and tons of information on safety. It's a very inviting book; easy to read, comprehensive and informative.

I have nothing negative to say about it. I think this book is going to be very useful to me even after I graduate. It will get a prominent spot on my bookshelf.

It's worth every penny and I highly recommend it!

Love The Text Book it came brand new & Is what was promised & Def good for what it's for. I Def recommend this for someone looking for a Text online It's Just perfect!

I love this book. In my opinion it should have been the only book required in vet tech school. Excellent pictures and chapter organization, and it covers all species. Definately worth buying. Although I think the price is too expensive.

This book was as advertised and shipping was prompt and satisfactory. It is a very good book for veterinary technicians and the veterinarians as well. It includes many pictures that help the readers understand easily.