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Today's veterinary technician and nurses are highly trained and recognized by national bodies such as the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) in the United States, the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) in the United Kingdom, and the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia Inc (VNCA) in Australia. Vet technicians and nurses possess unique skills similar to their human counterparts and are essential in the running of day-to-day activities at the veterinary clinic or hospital. Veterinarians rely heavily on vet techs and nurses for support and assistance in various clinical procedures, surgeries, laboratory work, dental work, radiography and critical care monitoring of animal patients. Thus, many books and guides written especially for techs and nurses have been published in recent years. They are essential references and study texts for any serious practitioner or student of veterinary technology and nursing.

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Common Diseases of Companion Animals 2nd Edition
by Alleice Summers

Paperback: 800 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 2nd edition (June, 2007)

Book Info
Cedar Valley College, Lancaster, TX. This concise, user-friendly volume is the only guide to common diseases of companion animals available and is a vital tool for the critical situations veterinary technicians encounter every day. It presents complete coverage of disease treatment in every kind of companion animal and gives you the thorough understanding of diseases you'll need for the most effective treatment planning, implementation, and client follow-up. Disease information is presented in a consistent monograph format for succinct, reliable reference, and the book's logical body systems approach makes it easy to find what you need when you need it!

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Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline
by Candyce M. Jack, Patricia M. Watson, Mark S. Donovan

Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers; 1st edition (October 2002)

Book Info
Quick reference covers all aspects of a veterinary technician's work day pertinent to canines and felines. Topics include anesthesia, anatomy, dentistry, laboratory skills, patient care, client counseling, procedures, and surgical assistance. Contains more than 150 halftone illustrations and color plates. Softcover.

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Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians 6th Edition
by Dennis M. McCurnin (Editor) & Joanna M. Bassert (Editor)

Hardcover: 1241 pages
Publisher: W B Saunders; 6th edition (Jan, 2005)

Book Info
Louisiana State Univ., Baton Rouge. Now in full color! Here's the newest edition of the "gold standard" in the field! This comprehensive new edition covers nearly all the major content areas in the veterinary technology curriculum. Written by veterinarians (including many board-certified specialists) and veterinary technicians, it covers common clinical procedures, clinical sciences, animal husbandry, pharmacology, medical and surgical care of small and large animal species, practice management, and more. Completely updated and reorganized for a more logical flow of information, the new edition now progresses from basic procedures to clinical sciences to management of small, large, and exotic species. It also contains several hundred new photographs, helpful pedagogical aids, and many totally rewritten chapters. Previous edition c2001.

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Paperback: 800 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 3rd edition (June 2003)

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Trinity Court, York, UK. Comprehensive textbook for veterinary nursing students. Covers the entire British S/NVQ syllabus for veterinary nursing and has been structured to link with the new occupational standards to reflect the changes in the structure of veterinary nurse training. This edition covers the basics of law. U.K.-oriented. Written by a former senior examiner of the British Veterinary Nursing Scheme examinations (Lane), and course tutor for a 4 year veterinary nursing degree (Cooper). Previous edition: c1999. Softcover.

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BSAVA Manual of Veterinary Nursing
by Margaret Moore & Gill Simpson

Paperback: 293 pages
Publisher: British Small Animal Veterinary; 1st edition (December 1999)

Book Info
Yewgate Cottage, Oxfordshire, UK. Offers a new, practical approach to veterinary nursing. Chapters provide detailed, step-by-step guidance for the skills they discuss. Abundant halftone and two-tone illustrations appear throughout text. For use as a practical resource for workers and students in the field. Softcover.

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Mosby's Comprehensive Review for Veterinary Technicians 2nd Edition
by Monica M. Tighe (Editor) & Marg Brown (Editor)

Paperback: 560 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 2nd edition (December 2002)

Book Info
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology, Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Written by vet techs for vet techs, this comprehensive review tool offers coverage of basic science, clinical science, diagnostics, applications, and professional areas. It concisely presents a review of the curriculum, starting at the basics learned first and progressing to the advanced concepts learned at the end. A true review format, this book features tools such as chapter outlines, learning outcomes, a glossary, and multiple-choice questions to aid readers' comprehension of material. Also provides a 290-question practice exam. Previous edition: c1998. Softcover.

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Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (3rd Edition, Book & CD-ROM)
by Thomas P. Colville

Paperback: 352 pages + CD-ROM
Publisher: Mosby; 3rd edition (February 2003)

Book Info
North Dakota State Univ., Fargo. An excellent study guide for veterinary technician students, this book is an ideal review for final examinations, state certification examinations, and the Veterinary Technician National Examination. The sections in the text mirror the sections on the national exam, with over 2,800 multiple-choice questions – written by expert veterinary technician educators – that contain the most current information available on various subject areas. A companion CD-ROM features 2,400 additional questions in tutorial mode, categorized by subject matter, with immediate feedback and rationales for correct answers. Test mode on the CD-ROM allows the user to take three randomized 200-question tests a maximum of three times each, which provides feedback on scores in each of the subject areas and points out areas requiring further study.

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Small Animal Surgical Nursing: Skills And Concepts
by Sara J. Busch

Paperback: 413 pages
Publisher: C.V. Mosby (January 2006)

Book Info
This unique resource provides detailed coverage of the veterinary technician’s role in small animal surgery. Topics include asepsis, operating room protocol, instrumentation, sterile technique, suture materials, suturing techniques, wound management, surgical assistance, and pre and postoperative care of animals. All information reflects the latest developments in drugs, instruments, equipment, and techniques.
* Provides complete coverage of small animal surgical nursing as it relates to the roles and responsibilities of the veterinary technician.
* Focuses on key clinical skills, practice tips, patient care, and client education.
* Written by veterinary technology educators and authorities on veterinary surgical nursing.
* Lavishly illustrated with new color photographs of instruments, equipment, sterile technique, suturing techniques, and wound management.
* Addresses the surgical and community service perspectives of feral cat spay/neuter clinics, including the challenges to veterinary technicians because of the high numbers of surgeries performed in a short time period, dealing with feral cats, and the absence of postoperative follow-up care.
* Provides performance objectives at the beginning of each chapter, as well as key points and review questions at the end of each chapter to focus and reinforce learning.
* Features practical appendices of dosage

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Small Animal Surgical Nursing 3rd Edition
by Diane L., B.A. & Ed.M Tracy

Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 3rd edition (February 2000)

Book Info
Natick Animal Clinic, MA. Textbook for veterinary technician students on the basics of small animal surgical nursing. Covers principles of asepsis, aseptic technique, the design, equipment, and instrumentation of the surgical area, and more. Illustrations. Softcover.

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Veterinary Instruments and Equipment: A Pocket Guide
by Teresa F. Sonsthagen BS LVT

Spiral-bound: 756 pages
Publisher: C.V. Mosby; Spiral edition (November 4, 2005)

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Department of Animal and Range of Sciences; North Dakota State University. The only way to become familiar with the names and uses of veterinary instruments is by repeatedly viewing them – the kind of hands-on proficiency that simple textbook descriptions can't provide! This unique pocket guide is an innovative resource designed to help students master veterinary instrument identification, as well as being a helpful aid when taking instrument inventory in the veterinary office. This flip-book method helps readers memorize and quickly identify instruments at a glance, with a photograph or illustration of the instrument on the top page, and a full description of the instrument on the bottom page – including its name, function, and key characteristics. The picture of each instrument makes an ideal flashcard that readers can use to quiz themselves or others. * More than 320 high-quality, full-color illustrations. * For many instruments, a full photo is presented along with close-ups of the working end(s) of the instrument to help facilitate accurate instrument identification, especially in similar looking instruments. * Two pages for each instrument: a picture of the instrument on the top page with the instrument’s name, functions, and characteristics on the bottom page allows students to view both pages at the same time to learn about the instrument. * Covers instruments and equipment for small and large animals and all common procedures. * Includes chapters devoted to general veterinary surgical instruments to educate technicians who assist in special procedures and for veterinary students who will perform the specialty surgeries. * Each instrument description consistently uses the same three categories: name, function, and characteristics to make study and memorization easier.

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300 Questions and Answers in Surgical Nursing and Anaesthesia for Veterinary Nurses
by College of Animal Welfare

Paperback: 84 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Medical; (January 2001)

Book Info
The College of Animal Welfare provides the veterinary nursing students with opportunities for self-assessment and examination practice. Grouped according to X/NVQ levels 2 and 3 veterinary nurse exams. Questions are representative of the type of questions likely to appear on exams. Answers are located in the back. Softcover.

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300 Questions and Answers in Radiography and Fluid Therapy for Veterinary Nurses: The College of Animal Welfare
by College of Animal Welfare

Paperback: 84 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Medical; (August 2000)

Book Info
Study aid tailored to the needs of the veterinary nurse student. Provides 300 questions and answers for self-assessment and examination practice. Grouped according to the requirement of S/NVQ levels 2 and 3 exams.

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Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians 4th Edition
by Charles M. Hendrix DVM

Paperback: 559 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 4th edition (June 15, 2002)

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Auburn Univ., AL. Reference for students and practitioners. Presents the fundamentals of microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, and cytology. Covers the latest and most widely used laboratory procedures, including blood count, urinalysis, and immunology assays.  This latest fourth edition includes an expanded coverage of record-keeping, quality control, and internet resources, and also discusses large animals, birds and exotic species.

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Manual of Clinical Procedures in the Dog, Cat, & Rabbit 2nd Edition
by Steven E. Crow, Sally O. Walshaw, Cynthia Bronson Morton (Illustrator), Derek Fox (Illustrator), Stephen Crow, Mariesa Crow

Paperback: 323 pages
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Publishers; 2nd edition (January 15, 1997)

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Completely revised and updated, the Second Edition of this comprehensive text details the basic, in-office diagnostic and therapeutic procedures commonly performed in treating dogs, cats, and rabbits. Step-by-step instructions on restraint, anesthesia, surgical technique, and medical management are provided.

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Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care: A Manual for the Veterinary Technician
by Andrea M. Battaglia

Paperback: 360 pages
Publisher: W B Saunders; 1st edition (January 15, 2001)

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Textbook for students, and reference for busy practitioners. Organized for fast consultations, text gives immediate access to dozens of common and life-saving protocols and procedures. Covers assessment, equipment, therapies, and techniques. Illustrated in color and halftone. Specific problems such in emergencies, shock, and trauma are addressed.

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Radiography in Veterinary Technology 3rd Edition
by Lisa M. Lavin

Hardcover: 344 pages
Publisher: W B Saunders; 3rd edition (September 15, 2002)

Book Description
Written by a veterinary technician for practicing vet techs and students, this new edition offers a complete, practical guide to producing consistently superior radiographic images. Its straight-forward, accessible approach eliminates technical jargon and draws the reader in with comprehensible discussions that make concepts easy to understand. It covers the physics of radiography, the origin of film artefacts, and positioning and restraint of small, large, avian and exotic animals.

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Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: C.V. Mosby; 3rd edition (August 23, 2004)

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Purdue Univ., West Lafayette, IN. Step-by-step guide to producing quality radiographs and ultrasound images of large and small animals. Includes a chapter on avian and exotics, and an expanded chapter on diagnostic ultrasound. More than 435 illustrations. Previous edition c2000.

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Paperback: 314 pages
Publisher: Blackwell Publishers; (May 2003)

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Braid Veterinary Hospital, Edinburgh, UK. Text presents the principles and applications of nursing exotic species. Includes nutrition and handling, anatomy and chemical restraints, and an overview of diseases and treatments. Covers birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals. For veterinary technicians.

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Paperback: 247 pages
Publisher: Amer Animal Hospital Assoc; (March 2001)

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Paperback: 354 pages
Publisher: Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann (June 2005)

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Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Royal Veterinary College, UK. Dermatology is a complicated subject that is rarely covered from a veterinary nursing perspective. Nurses deal with dermatological problems on a daily basis and are called upon to advise owners on pet skin care but until now there have been no texts written specifically to meet their needs. Dermatology in Veterinary Nursing fills this gap. From simple identification of parasites through to client advice and guidelines for effective clinical examination, Frances Gaudiano has provided a comprehensive guide for the veterinary nurse.

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Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann (March 16, 2005)

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Cecilia Gorrel, BSc, MA, VetMB, DDS, MRCVS, HonFAVD, DipEVDC, Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery Referrals, Veterinary Oral Health Consultancy, Pilley, UK; and Susan Derbyshire, Veterinary Nurse, Personal Assistant, Practice Manager, Veterinary Dentistry & Oral Surgery Referrals, Veterinary Oral Health Consultancy. This well-illustrated manual offers veterinary technicians and nurses practical advice on performing basic dental procedures. It covers all key day-to-day scenarios in a small animal practice, including equipment, preventive dentistry, and dental radiography. The authors — one a world authority on veterinary dentistry, the other a listed veterinary nurse — have worked together for more than a decade and have unparalleled experience in animal dentistry and oral surgery. * Specifically written for veterinary nurses and technicians * Details equipment and instrument requirements and maintenance * Covers anesthesia for the dental/oral surgery patient * Provides clear instructions for performing common dental procedures * Includes practical advice on running a dental clinic * Offers tips of the trade from an experienced oral care team.

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Paperback: 354 pages
Publisher: W B Saunders; 1st edition (January 2000)

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American Veterinary Dental College, San Carlos, CA. Text for the registered veterinary technician. Comprehensive and well-organized. Based on a course at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills, California. Includes halftone illustrations, treatment codes, worksheets, and key points. Trim size: 9 x 7.5 inches. Softcover.

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Paperback: 267 pages
Publisher: Iowa State University Press; 1st edition (May 15, 2000)

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Colorado State Univ., Ft. Collins. Introductory, step-by-step guide addressing the mechanics of dentistry, the patient's needs, and the client's education. Covers basic oral and dental anatomy, dental equipment, X rays, periodontal disease, anesthesia and post-surgical support, and more. Halftone illustrations. Softcover.

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Veterinary Ophthalmology: A Manual for Nurses And Technicians
by Sally M. Turner MA VetMB DVOphthal MRCVS

Hardcover: 206 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann (January 23, 2006)

Book Info
This practical, user-friendly resource provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of veterinary ophthalmology for nurses and technicians. It begins with anatomy and physiology to provide a solid understanding of ophthalmic examination. It also features information on ocular pharmacology, ophthalmic procedures, and inherited ocular problems. A comprehensive glossary covers complex terminology related to veterinary ophthalmology. Full-color illustrations throughout the book provide an invaluable visual aid.
* Covers essential information on nursing the veterinary ophthalmic patient.
* Includes essential first aid for common ocular problems.
* Provides cutting edge information on ocular procedures and their nursing requirements.
* Includes three useful appendices on ocular emergencies, causes of blindness, and suppliers of ophthalmic equipment.

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Paperback: 300 pages
Publisher: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins; (June 1997)

Book Info
Synoptic text on the fundamentals of pathogenesis, pharmacology, and veterinary hygiene. For students of agricultural science, pre-veterinary science, and veterinary technology. Softcover.

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Paperback: 268 pages
Publisher: Delmar Publishers; (January 2000)

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Veterinary dictionary written uniquely for veterinary technicians and nurses. A good reference for pronunciations, spelling and meanings of about 6,000 commonly used vet-related words.

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Paperback: 340 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2nd edition (February 2004)

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Updated and expanded dictionary provides detailed definitions for nearly 4,000 terms or words relevant to companion and pet animals, including exotics. The new edition of this best selling dictionary has been expanded and updated with over 400 new definitions, 25 new line illustrations and new appendices. Aimed specifically at the veterinary nursing profession, additional information includes frequently needed data such as normal physical parameters, infectious diseases, zoonoses, calculation conversions, and more - making this a comprehensive quick reference source for the busy practitioner. Features line diagrams and drawings with helpful cross references. For veterinary nurses, technicians, and physicians. Written by former senior and chief examiners of the British Veterinary Nursing Scheme examinations. Previous edition: c1999. Softcover.

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Paperback: 436 pages 
Publisher: C V Mosby; 3rd edition (March 1, 2004)

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Columbia State Community College, Columbia, TN. Revised and updated, the third edition of this innovative reference presents the fundamental principles of pharmacology, administration of drugs, and pharmacologic calculations. It addresses all major categories of drugs in a consistent format, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, clinical uses, dosage forms, and adverse side effects. Illustrated, step-by-step procedures demonstrate the administration of common drug forms. Previous edition: 2000. Softcover.
* Easy and quick access format. Each chapter is introduced with learning objectives, a chapter outline, and key terms with simple definitions.
* Chapters are arranged to cover organ systems in a sequential manner, followed by chapters on anti-infectives, anti-parasitics, anti-inflammatory agents, and others.
* Content includes detailed summaries of important drug laws, such as the Animal Medicinal Drug Use Clarification Act (AMDUCA) and the Animal Drug Availability Act.
* Technician Notes throughout the text provide helpful hints and important points technicians should be aware of to avoid errors and increase efficiency.
* Drug descriptions use a consistent format - clinical uses, dosage forms, and adverse side effects - that allows easy access to desired information.
* Dosage calculations help readers administer drugs appropriately.
* Outstanding photographs, tables, and illustrations supplement the text and summarize complex information.
* Appendixes offer up-to-date references to emergency drugs, controlled substances, conversion tables, vaccinations, and other useful data.
* Features review questions and references.

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Paperback: 343 pages
Publisher: Iowa State University Press; 1st edition (August 2000)

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Purdue Univ., IN. Pocket-sized textbook for veterinary students and technicians. Provides step-by-step procedures for calculating dosages, drip rates, concentrations, and other areas in drug administration. Softcover.

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Paperback: 452 pages 
Publisher: Mosby; (January 2002)

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Veterinary technicians must have a solid grasp of the underlying science in their field, and this comprehensive text is a key component of the veterinary technology curriculum. Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for the Veterinary Technician is the first comprehensive work designed to cover clinically relevant anatomy and physiology content. Written by veterinary technician educators at a level appropriate for students, it covers birds, dogs, cats, horses, and cattle.

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Paperback: 81 pages 
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Medical; 1st edition (July 15, 2000)

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Gives students the opportunity to concentrate on specific areas of weakness with a focuses and comprehensive review program in the subject of their choice. Grouped according to requirements of S/NVQ levels 2 and 3 veterinary nursing exams.

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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Medical; Revised 1st edition (June 2005)

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The College of Animal Welfare.  This text explains the underlying anatomical structure of the animal, then goes on to explore the physiology of each body system. Includes clinical examples, a comprehensive glossary, color-coded sections, review questions, and an answer key. For veterinary nurses and technicians.

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Spiral-bound: 304 pages
Publisher: C.V. Mosby; 3rd Spiral edition (February 27, 2006)

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College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University & Johnson College, Scranton, PA, USA. Now in full color and spiral bound, the 3rd edition of this outstanding resource features clear and concise discussions of the most commonly encountered internal and external parasites. It offers step-by step guidelines for gathering samples and performing lab procedures. Comprehensive terminology coverage familiarizes readers with the language of parasitology for effective communication with clients and other members of the veterinary team. Chapters are organized by parasite group protozoans, trematodes, cestodes, nematodes, acanthocephalans, arthropods, leeches, and pentastomes and include a detailed description of the group, with special emphasis on morphology, life cycle, and uniquely important parasites of the group. Species covered in this text include dogs and cats, ruminants, horses, swine, birds, rabbits, laboratory animals, and fish. Also features a chapter on zoonoses that discusses public health concerns related to various kinds of parasites. * Presents clear, organized, and concise coverage of the most commonly encountered internal and external parasites. * Includes a basic chapter on terminology so readers can become familiar with the language of parasitology and communicate effectively with clients. * The multispecies approach addresses how parasites can be specifically diagnosed in individual species. * Emphasizes the zoonotic potential of parasites. * Includes comprehensive information on the different laboratory techniques used to identify parasites.

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Paperback: 220 pages
Publisher: Amer Veterinary Pub; (February 1991)

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Microbiology text for veterinary technicians and nurses.

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