This user-friendly reference is divided into two sections. The first section, "Signs of Diseases and Health Problems A–Z" lists symptoms alphabetically. To find the appropriate information, the reader doesn't need to name the medical condition or system, only to describe the symptom. This first section is cross-referenced with the second part, "Treatment of Diseases and Health Problems A–Z," in which symptoms are associated with invaluable veterinary advice–causes, diagnoses, and appropriate treatment. Additional information on canine anatomy, first aid and advice on when to seek professional veterinary care is included.

Drug Therapy for Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat provides fast access to all the information needed to effectively and responsibly treat infectious disease in dogs and cats, with easy searching by either drug or organism. Provides fast access to essential information on prescribing antibiotics, antifungals, antiparasitics, and antivirals Offers alphabetical searching by either drug or organism Focuses on clinically relevant information Covers information on each drug using a common format for ease of use Presents a reliable quick reference to the correct use of antibiotics in veterinary practice

Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and aiding handicapped individuals. This influence on human society has given them the sobriquet, "man's best friend".The goal of veterinary medicine may be quite different in pets than in farm animals. In the former, situation is a bit like in human beings, and more and more complex operations are being performed, with sophisticated anesthesia techniques. In the latter, the cost of the surgical operation must not exceed the economic benefit in treating the illness.There is a possibility that during pet's lifetime, surgery may be recommended to treat a medical condition. So, it does not hurt to know what the most common medical conditions requiring surgery are, and how much you might pay for treatment.This text is concerned with internal medicine considerations of the canine species. The book included chapters on Cardiopulmonary diseases, Neurological diseases, Respiratory diseases ,Infectious diseases, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Reproductive diseases and disorders ,Gastroenterology, Urology Diseases of endocrine system ,Bone and joint diseases ,Canine toxicology Hematology and hematopoietic diseases, Immunological diseases, Genetic diseases and disorders, Clinical diagnosis and Therapeutics for practitioners and veterinarians.The specific subjects are covered on the basis of body systems, with diagrams or photographs and illustrations. The main purpose of the book is to point out the interest of canine medicine and the progress in this field and to clear its importance in veterinary medicine. The book is concisely and clearly written and intended for veterinarians and clinicians and for people directly involved in dog health, management and breeding. It would also be of value to post and undergraduate veterinary students.

Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases is a practical, up-to-date resource covering the most important and cutting-edge advances in the field. Presented by a seasoned educator in a concise, highly visual format, this innovative guide keeps you current with the latest advances in this ever-changing field. 80 case studies illustrate the clinical relevance of the major infectious disease chapters. - Well-organized Major Infectious Diseases chapters break down content by etiologic agent and epidemiology, clinical signs and their pathophysiology, physical examination findings, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis, immunity, prevention, and public health implications. - Over 80 case studies illustrate how the information provided can be applied in everyday practice. - Logical approach to laboratory diagnosis guides you through all the steps needed to accurately diagnose and treat viral, bacterial, fungal, protozoal, and algal diseases. - Practical protocols provided by expert clinicians guide you in the management of canine and feline patients suspected to have infectious diseases, including handling, disinfection, isolation, and vaccination protocols. - Over 500 full color images – geographic distribution maps, life cycle drawings, and hundreds of color photographs – visually illustrate and clarify complex issues. - Easy-to-understand tables and boxes make content quickly accessible, eliminating the need to sort through dense text for critical information in the clinical setting.

This book contains a comprehensive guide to the diseases and ailments of dogs, with information on fevers, inflammation, mange, and other common problems. This comprehensive and timeless text includes a wealth of invaluable information for those with a practical interest in the management and care of these wonderful animals, and it would make for a great addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this book include: "Kennel Management of Large Dogs", "House Management of Pet Dogs", "The Action of Medicines, and the Forms in which they are generally Prescribed", "Administration of Remedies", "Inflammations", etcetera. John Henry Walsh (1810 - 1888) was a prolific English writer of sports-news who often went by the pseudonym "Stonehenge". His notable works include "The Modern Sportsman's Gun and Rifle" (1882), "The Horse in the Stable and in the Field" (1861), and "The Shot-Gun and Sporting Rifle" (1859). Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Canine Parasites and Parasitic Diseases offers a concise summary, including the distribution, epidemiology, lifecycle, morphology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, prophylaxis and therapeutic measures on the most important parasites affecting dogs. The book includes their classification, structure, lifecycles, occurrence, and the diagnosis and treatment of infestations. Chapters are presented in a consistent and logical format with extensive use of tables, photographs and line drawings that help veterinarians and students quickly find answers to questions. The book informs on 100 different species of parasite related to the canine world and is is aimed not only at veterinary practitioners but also in dog enthusiasts, pharmacies and laboratories. - Fully illustrated with high-quality figures and illustrations - Provides insights on the risk factors and prevention of parasite infections in dogs and gives guidelines for anthelmintic treatment - Serves professionals, students, parasitologists and veterinary scientists - Present an easy-to-use handbook on the identification of canine parasites and the diseases associated with parasitic infection