Veterinary Treatment of Sheep and Goats
Author | : Graham R. Duncanson |
Publisher | : CABI |
Total Pages | : 340 |
Release | : 2012 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781780640044 |
ISBN-13 | : 1780640048 |
Rating | : 4/5 (44 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Sheep and goats are farmed worldwide for meat, milk, skins and wool. This diverse range of uses means that many people rely on these animals as a source of income, food and warm clothing, though they can also be kept as pets. With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in these animals. It addresses veterinary medicines and their uses, on-site surgery, equipment, normal values and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, dental treatment, poisoning and dermatology. Worldwide disease conditions are also covered in detail, with a particular focus on the welfare of the animal and economic reality. A valuable field guide for the veterinary practitioner, this book is also essential reading for veterinary students.