Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician

Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician

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Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician, Second Edition is a comprehensive yet clear introduction to exotic animal practice for technicians in the classroom and clinic setting alike. With an emphasis on the exotic species most likely to present to a veterinary practice, the book offers easy-to-follow descriptions of common procedures and techniques. Covering information ranging from anatomy, restraint, and common diseases to radiology, surgical assisting, and parasitology, Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician provides technicians with all the information necessary to confidently and competently treat exotic patients.

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Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician, Second Edition is a comprehensive yet clear introduction to exotic animal practice for technicians in the classroom and clinic setting alike. With an emphasis on the exotic species most likely to present to a veterinary practice, the book offers easy-to-follow descriptions of common procedures and techniques. Covering information ranging from anatomy, restraint, and common diseases to radiology, surgical assisting, and parasitology, Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician provides technicians with all the information necessary to confidently and competently treat exotic patients.

Now fully updated to reflect current practices in exotic animal medicine, this revised edition includes new information on birds, especially avian behavior and enrichment, aviary management, and avian reproduction; additional information on snake reproduction; more information on skunks, sugar gliders, and prairie dogs; and an increased emphasis on husbandry and nutrition. Exotic Animal Medicine for the Veterinary Technician, Second Edition, is an invaluable reference for trainee and working veterinary technicians as well as practicing veterinarians.

Key features:

Introduces the reader to exotic animal practice with complete coverage and an easily-understood writing style

Provides step-by-step descriptions of common procedures and techniques

Ranges from basic to advanced information, encompassing anatomy, restraint, common diseases, and surgical assisting, all geared specifically toward the veterinary technician

Includes expanded information on birds, skunks, sugar gliders, and prairie dogs

Emphasizes husbandry and nutrition throughout, getting to the root of failure to thrive in exotic pets

Includes access to supplementary Web materials, including review questions, Web resources, forms and charts for download, and figures for download into PowerPoint