Easy-to-use, comprehensive reference covering the less common species encountered in general veterinary practice
Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine provides easy-to-access, detailed information on a wide variety of exotic species that can be encountered in general veterinary practice.
Offering excellent coverage of topics such as basic techniques, preventative health measures, and a formulary for each species, each chapter uses the same easy-to-follow format so that users can find information quickly while working in the clinic. Presented in full colour, with over 400 photographs, the book gives small animal practitioners the confidence to handle and treat more familiar pets such as budgerigars, African grey parrots, bearded dragons, corn snakes, tortoises, pygmy hedgehogs, hamsters and rats. Other species that may be presented less frequently including skunks, marmosets, sugar gliders, koi carp, chameleons and terrapins are also covered in detail to enable clinicians to quickly access relevant information.
- Provides comprehensive coverage of many exotic pet species that veterinarians may encounter in general practice situations
- Presents evidence-based discussions of topics including biological parameters, husbandry, clinical evaluation, hospitalization requirements, common medical and surgical conditions, radiographic imaging, and more
The Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine is an ideal one-stop reference for the busy general practitioner seeing the occasional exotic animal, veterinary surgeons with an established exotic animal caseload, veterinary students and veterinary nurses wishing to further their knowledge.
About the Author: About the Editor
MARIE KUBIAK is an RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine and has worked exclusively in zoo and exotic animal practice for the last 15 years. Alongside clinical work she has lectured internationally, mentored new graduates developing skills in zoo and exotic practice, and authored over 30 peer reviewed publications in this field. As well as a broad interest in exotic animal veterinary care, she has developed a particular focus on captive bird medicine, invertebrate care and reptile surgery. Her current role is as the veterinary surgeon for a large zoological collection, working with species from ants to elephants.
