Avian Medicine and Surgery

This new resource presents concise, up-to-date guidance on managing the full range of diseases and disorders in birds. An organ system organization and problem-oriented approach offer fast access to the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques for a broad spectrum of medical and surgical conditions, as well as infectious and non-infectious diseases. Thorough coverage of applied anatomy and physiology presents the background necessary for making good clinical choices. Covers hookbills (parrots, cockatoos, and other psittacines), finches (canaries and other passerines), pigeons (fancy and racing), and more. Offers detailed information about clinical pharmacology, including dosage regimens and metabolism. A drug formulary contains current dosage recommendations. Describes the post-mortem examination as a protocol. Pictures and recommendations for diagnostic steps aid recognition of many infectious and parasitic problems and help in the selection of samples to send to the laboratory. Provides a taxonomy chart for all bird species. Discusses the bond between humans and birds and offers guidance for dealing with grief. Illustrates pathology through extensive use of colour photographs. Offers discussions about husbandry.
Author: Quesenberry DVM MPH Diplomate ABVP, Katherine

Publisher: Saunders

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0721654460

ISBN-13: 9780721654461