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Veterinary Pediatrics 3E
Dogs and Cats from Birth to Six Months
Johnny D. Hoskins, Professor, Veterinary Clinical Medicine, Louisiana State University, School of Veterinary Medicine, Baton Rouge, LA, USA
ISBN 0721676650 · Hardback · 608 Pages · 234 Illustrations
W.B. Saunders · Published March 2001

Still the only book available that specifically addresses the paediatric dog and cat! This 3rd Edition of Dr. Hoskin's popular veterinary text is completely updated, to offer readers current, detailed information on common and uncommon disorders in a single, easy-to-consult source. The expertise of the contributors further serves to make this an authoritative, must-have reference. It is a unique combination of state-of-the-art information from previous editions and new information from the latest developments in clinical veterinary medicine. Each topic is described in a succinct manner so that the text can serve as a quick reference resource for dogs and cats from birth to six months of age, whether healthy or afflicted with a congenital or acquired illness

Reviews

"An important contribution to veterinary literature...An excellent textbook for veterinary students and practicing clinicians. The numerous tables and body systems organization also provide useful rapid-reference for busy practitioners. Any veterinarian interested in working with young dogs and cats should consider this textbook to be required reading."
-- JAVMA, review of first edition.

Features

Up-to-date coverage on veterinary pediatrics that is applicable and quickly retrievable.
Succinct and to-the-point, so no time is wasted when looking up specific information.
Unique, authoritative reference, respected worldwide for its clear, concise coverage of veterinary pediatrics.

What's New

* Features contributions from 13 new authors to provide new, state-of-the-art information in their fields of expertise.
Thoroughly revised throughout, covering the latest, most reliable information about heart, liver, kidney, GI tract, skin, eyes, and muscular diseases of dogs and cats younger than six months of age.
Completely rewritten chapter on the liver to reflect recent changes in clinical practice today.

Contents

The Physical Examination and Diagnostic. Radiology/ Ultrasonography. Behavior Development and Behavioral Disorders. Drug and Blood Component Therapy. Fading Puppies and Kittens: Diagnosis and Management. Sepsis in Puppies and Kittens. The Preventive Health Program. The Respiratory System. The Cardiovascular System. Dental Disease and Care. The Digestive System. The Liver and Pancreas. The Skin. The Ear. The Eye. The Hematopoietic System, Lymph Nodes, And Spleen. Endocrine and Metabolic Systems. The Urinary System. The Musculoskeletal System. The Nervous System. The Reproductive System. Nutrition and Nutritional Disorders. Toxicology. Environmental Injuries. Anesthesia and Surgical Considerations. Appendices.