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Manual of exotic pet practice

Record Type:	Language materials, printed : Monograph/item
Title/Author:	Manual of exotic pet practice/ by Mark A. Mitchell, Thomas N. Tully Jr.
remainder title:	Exotic pet practice
Author:	Mitchell, Mark A.,
other author:	Tully, Thomas N.
Published:	St. Louis, Mo. :Saunders Elsevier, : c2009.,
Description:	1 online resource (xiii, 546 p.) :ill. :
Subject:	Exotic animals - Handbooks, manuals, etc. - Diseases -
Online resource:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9781416001195
ISBN:	9781416001195

Manual of exotic pet practice
Mitchell, Mark A.,1967-

Manual of exotic pet practice[electronic resource] /Exotic pet practiceby Mark A. Mitchell, Thomas N. Tully Jr. - St. Louis, Mo. :Saunders Elsevier,c2009. - 1 online resource (xiii, 546 p.) :ill.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. History of Exotic Pets -- 2. Preparing Your Hospital for Exotics -- 3. Invertebrates -- 4. Fish -- 5. Amphibians -- 6. Crocodilians -- 7. Snakes -- 8. Lizards -- 9. Chelonians -- 10. Birds -- 11. Marsupials -- 12. Mice and rats -- 13. Ferrets -- 14. Rabbits -- 15. Hamsters and gerbils -- 16. Hedgehogs -- 17. Guinea Pigs -- 18. Chinchillas -- 19. North American Wildlife.

The only book of its kind with in-depth coverage of the most common exotic species presented in practice, this comprehensive guide prepares you to treat invertebrates, fish, amphibians and reptiles, birds, marsupials, North American wildlife, and small mammals such as ferrets, rabbits, and rodents. Organized by species, each chapter features vivid color images that demonstrate the unique anatomic, medical, and surgical features of each species. This essential reference also provides a comprehensive overview of biology, husbandry, preventive medicine, common disease presentations, zoonoses, and much more. Other key topics include common health and nutritional issues as well as restraint techniques, lab values, drug dosages, and special equipment needed to treat exotics. Brings cutting-edge information on all exotic species together in one convenient resource. Offers essential strategies for preparing your staff to properly handle and treat exotic patients. Features an entire chapter on equipping your practice to accommodate exotic species, including the necessary equipment for housing, diagnostics, pathology, surgery, and therapeutics. Provides life-saving information on CPR, drugs, and supportive care for exotic animals in distress. Discusses wildlife rehabilitation, with valuable information on laws and regulations, establishing licensure, orphan care, and emergency care. Includes an entire chapter devoted to the emergency management of North American wildlife. Offers expert guidance on treating exotics for practitioners who may not be experienced in exotic pet care.

ISBN: 9781416001195

Source: 98766:98769Elsevier Science & Technologyhttp://www.sciencedirect.com

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 101473303DNLMSubjects--Topical Terms:

862747
Exotic animals
--Diseases--Handbooks, manuals, etc.Index Terms--Genre/Form:

554714
Electronic books.

LC Class. No.: SF997.5.E95 / M26 2009

Dewey Class. No.: 636.089

National Agricultural Library Call No.: SF997.5.E95 / M26 2009

National Library of Medicine Call No.: SF 981 / M682m 2009

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