Diseases of Domestic Guinea Pigs (Library Vet Practice) (Paperback)

by Virginia C. G. Richardson MA VetMB MRCVS (Author) "The skin of the guinea pig normally provides a resistant barrier against infection..." (more)
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Product Description
This book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all those working in the animal care industry. Written in note form the book assists in the formulation of a diagnostic plan when the practitioner is faced with a sick animal. Sections on clinical signs, diagnoses and treatments, allow rapid reference in successive chapters on the reproductive, digestive, respiratory, musculoskeletal and urinary systems, the skin, head and neck, nervous system and husbandry.

All the latest drug information has been included and full details of dose rates, contraindications and components of the proprietary preparations are listed in chapter 11. A new chapter has been written providing information on herbal and homeopathic remedies.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 2 edition (May 25, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0632052090
• ISBN-13: 978-0632052097
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,137,187 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must have" book for all cavy caretakers and companions., January 7, 1999

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This review is from: Diseases of Domestic Guinea Pigs (Library of Veterinary Practice) (Paperback)

Diseases of Domestic Guinea Pigs is my "Cavy Bible." This a "must have" book for all cavy caretakers and companions who are serious about the proper care, health and disease prevention of their cavy. VCG Richardson, 20 years cavy experience and veterinary surgeon is giving the very best information that cavy caretakers could need or ask for. This book covers all aspects of the cavy, and it is written in scientifical and layman terms. The readability is set for ages 12+. The book covers the skin, reproductive, urinary, respiratory, digestive and musculoskeletal systems; the head and neck, behavior and the central nervous system, cavy husbandry, anaaesthetics, surgical procedures, treatments and zoonotic aspects. This book does not recommend that you, the cavy caretaker, in any way try to replace your cavy veterinarian. This book is an excellent reference when discussing procedures with your vet., or if you want to suggest a second opinion. Don't let this book sit on your shelf, digest every word of it and be thankful to have this information available to you!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Pick of a Guinea Pig Rescue, October 31, 2005

By	S. Dugan - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A superb, informative book for those interested in learning more about medical issues that can affect Guinea Pigs. We (TX Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue) recommend this to all our new guinea pig adopters.

12 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars not just for the vet!, June 30, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Diseases of Domestic Guinea Pigs (Library of Veterinary Practice) (Paperback)

I wish I had this book to hand when my guinea pig became ill a few months a go (see recovered by the way), this is a really good guide for guinea pig breeders/fanciers as well as vets. The only problem is I get so worried reading about all the things that can go wrong!