Kirjahaku

* Practical focus covering everyday care and treatment of pigs * Describes diseases by body system to create an easy-to-use guide to pig treatment * Takes a worldwide approach – so covers poisons and diseases beyond the UK

Llamas and alpacas are a globally expanding area of interest in the farming world, and in the UK alone now number over 50,000. As such, there is an urgent need to provide up-to-date, specific information on these animals. Kept as pets, stud animals, livestock guardians, and farmed for fibre and meat, national herds continue to grow and are an increasingly frequent presentation for large animal vets. This book provides practical, everyday veterinary advice on common conditions and surgical procedures. This new edition: - Covers basic husbandry, nutrition, examination, vaccines, analgesia, anaesthesia, dermatology, and poisons; - Expands on previous zoonotic disease coverage, as well as other key issues such as biosecurity, handling, and management of these animals; - Updates advice throughout, including changes to legislation and advances in new treatments, surgical techniques, and medicines. With medical and surgical options arranged by body system for easy reference, this book is an important tool for any veterinarian to have at their disposal. It also provides an approachable and practical resource for students of veterinary medicine and animal production.

There are an estimated 116 million equines working throughout the world, providing vital power and transport for many communities, especially in developing countries. Focusing on equines used to carry out working tasks such as pulling or carrying, as opposed to those used for riding or racing, this book takes a practical approach by detailing specific treatment requirements to improve the welfare of working horses, ponies, mules and donkeys. It discusses diagnostic tests, equipment and medicines, anaesthesia, vaccines, nutrition, dentistry and ophthalmology, and all common conditions including those of heart, hoof and limb. Fully updated throughout, this new edition: - Covers medical, dental and surgical advancements since the previous edition, such as new treatments and techniques for managing skin conditions, eye issues, parasites and more; - Includes expanded content for tropical areas; - Continues to provide a welfare-centric approach to treatment and husbandry; - Includes added information on imaging kindly prepared by Laura Quiney. A crucial and practical guide to working equid veterinary care, worldwide, this book is a complete resource for veterinarians, veterinary students, and anyone working with these important animals.

Small animal veterinarians are increasingly taking on caseloads that include farm animals, with cases being presented by local hobby farmers, smallholders, and 'novelty pet' owners. With the increase in veterinary telemedicine, they now also receive requests for advice electronically from owners further afield. Recognising this trend, this book provides a quick reference for small-animal orientated veterinarians in the basics of surgery and treatment of farm animals. Popular animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, camelids and backyard poultry are covered, and basic techniques such as anaesthesia, clinical examination techniques, breeding, surgery and euthanasia are discussed. This new edition: - Expands on recent developments in all areas of medicine and surgery, covering advances such as the increased use of ultrasound across species and adding a new section on anthelmintics. - Provides updates on current major disease threats, as well as providing a One Health perspective. - Includes full colour images to help bring the subject to life. Ideal for looking up information during a consult, or for use as a refresher guide and continuing professional development resource, this book is an important tool for veterinarians in small and mixed practices.

Sheep and goats are farmed worldwide for meat, milk, skins and wool. This diverse range of uses means that many people rely on these animals as a source of income, food and warm clothing, though they can also be kept as pets. With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in these animals. Fully updated in this new edition, it addresses veterinary medicines and their uses, on-site surgery, equipment, normal values and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, dental treatment, poisoning and dermatology. Worldwide disease conditions are also covered in detail, with a particular focus on the welfare of the animal and economic reality.

Pork is one of the most consumed meats globally, and with increasing numbers of pigs being farmed, research into their care and health is expanding rapidly. Raised in intensive mega-farms, grown in organic outdoor systems, kept as pets, and everything in-between, veterinarians can find themselves called to a wide range of pig husbandry systems. With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in pigs. Fully updated throughout, the book addresses veterinary medicines and their uses, equipment, normal values and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, poisoning, dermatology and more. New for this edition, it considers: -Surgical techniques in-situ within the disease systems where this care may be necessary. -New vaccine technologies, particularly for African Swine Fever and oral vaccinations. -General advancements in the field, such as extended information around salmonellosis, diagnostic tests, and radiographic and ultrasonographic techniques. -Increased focus on pig welfare, particularly around slaughter and diseases of the neurological system. Worldwide disease conditions, both notifiable and zoonotic, are also covered in detail. Written as a handy how-to reference for farm animal veterinarians, this book is also a valuable resource for students and anyone interested in pig veterinary treatment.

Pork is one of the most consumed meats globally, and with increasing numbers of pigs being farmed, research into their care and health is expanding rapidly. Raised in intensive mega-farms, grown in organic outdoor systems, kept as pets, and everything in-between, veterinarians can find themselves called to a wide range of pig husbandry systems. With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in pigs. Fully updated throughout, the book addresses veterinary medicines and their uses, equipment, normal values and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, poisoning, dermatology and more. New for this edition, it considers: -Surgical techniques in-situ within the disease systems where this care may be necessary. -New vaccine technologies, particularly for African Swine Fever and oral vaccinations. -General advancements in the field, such as extended information around salmonellosis, diagnostic tests, and radiographic and ultrasonographic techniques. -Increased focus on pig welfare, particularly around slaughter and diseases of the neurological system. Worldwide disease conditions, both notifiable and zoonotic, are also covered in detail. Written as a handy how-to reference for farm animal veterinarians, this book is also a valuable resource for students and anyone interested in pig veterinary treatment.