Diagnosis of Alopecia In Dogs and Cats

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By Ana María Ríos Boeta, Owen Howard

Diagnosis of Alopecia in Dogs and Cats addresses hair loss as one of the most common reasons for dermatology consultation in small animal practice. Alopecia is often striking in appearance and may reflect underlying systemic or dermatologic disease.

This book serves as a highly visual guide to diagnosing alopecia in dogs and cats using a structured and methodical approach based on lesion type and distribution patterns. Images, diagrams, tables, and practical descriptions support clinical decision-making in everyday consultations.

Diagnosis of Alopecia in Dogs and Cats PDF provides a practical reference for veterinarians managing canine and feline alopecia, including inflammatory, noninflammatory, and self-induced hair loss conditions.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Hair Cycle And Pilosebaceous Unit In Carnivores
Chapter 2: Diagnostic Methods And Hair Examination
Chapter 3: Diagnostic Approach To Alopecia
Chapter 4: Inflammatory Alopecia In Dogs
Chapter 5: Noninflammatory Alopecia In Dogs
Chapter 6: Generalized Alopecia In Dogs
Chapter 7: Self-Induced Alopecia In Cats
Chapter 8: Alopecia In Cats
Appendix: Practical Notes On Canine And Feline Alopecia

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Applied Equine Ethology in the Clinical Environment

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By Janine Davies

The aim of this book is to create awareness of how to apply existing methodologies, new techniques and practices that enhance all aspects of equine behaviour and welfare. This will subsequently reduce arousal states and diminish flight and fight responses.

Recommended Book:

Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery 3rd Edition

Table of Contents

Section 1 – Managing the Equine Patient
The Equine Patient
– The Senses
– Vision
– Touch
– Hearing
– Smell
– Taste
Recognition of Pain
– Pain Assessment
– Pain Indicators
– Facial Expressions of Pain
Chemical Restraint
– Neuroleptanalgesia
– Multimodal Analgesia
Physical Restraint
– Examination Stocks
– Lip Twitching
Section 2 – Learning Theory
How the Horse Learns
– Social Learning
– Operant Conditioning
– Response Consolidation
– Extinction
– Classical Conditioning
– Stimulus Control
– Impact of Domestication
Negative Reinforcement
– Use of Negative Reinforcement
– Negative Reinforcement Toolkit
– How to Use Less Pressure
– Application of Negative Reinforcement
– Incorrect Application of Negative Reinforcement
Positive Reinforcement
– Positive Reinforcers
– Clicker Training
– Cautions on Positive Reinforcement
Desensitisation Techniques
– Systematic Desensitisation
– Counterconditioning
– Overshadowing
– Approach Conditioning
– Stimulus Blending
Behaviour Modification
– Guidelines for Behaviour Modification
– Assessing the Current Situation
– Assessing Individual Tendencies
– Choosing Appropriate Strategies
– Behaviour Modification in the Clinical Environment
Section 3 – Applied Learning Theory in Equine Clinical Procedures
Gaining Stimulus Control
– Case Study: Helios
Desensitisation to Clippers
– Case Study: Helios
Training Immobility
– Case Study: Harold
Head Control and Desensitisation of Related Structures
– Case Study: Princess
Overshadowing Technique
– Case Study: Balio
Counterconditioning to an Oral Syringe
– Case Study: Castaño
Desensitisation to a Rectal Thermometer
– Case Study: Rocky
Desensitisation to Bandage Material
– Case Study: Rubio
Further Reading

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Veterinary Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 2nd Edition

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By Brian G. Murphy, Cynthia M. Bell and Jason W. Soukup

Veterinary Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Second Edition is a comprehensive reference for the diagnosis and clinical management of oral and maxillofacial diseases in animals.
The book focuses on pathology findings most relevant to daily veterinary practice and patient care.

Richly illustrated with high-quality clinical photographs, radiographs, histopathology, special stains, immunohistology, and molecular diagnostics, this volume supports accurate diagnosis of oral lesions.
While primarily focused on dogs, cats, and horses, it also provides comparative information for rodents, ruminants, reptiles, and exotic species.

The second edition introduces new chapters on small animal oral medicine and equine oral and maxillofacial disease, with expanded imaging and updated content throughout.
A companion website includes narrated slide videos to enhance learning and diagnostic interpretation.

Covering topics such as normal oral tissue histology, odontogenesis, differential diagnosis of oral lesions, and ongoing classification controversies, this book is an essential reference for veterinary pathologists, veterinary dentists, residents, interns, students, and practicing veterinarians.

Small Animal Dental, Oral And Maxillofacial Disease A Colour Handbook

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Small Animal Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Disease A Colour Handbook

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 — A Philosophical Approach to Establishing a Diagnosis
Chapter 2 — Features of Normal Oral Tissues
- Oral Mucosa, Tongue, Tonsil, Salivary Glands
- Teeth, Periodontal Apparatus, and Bone
Chapter 3 — Tooth Development (Odontogenesis)
Chapter 4 — Clinical Approach to Oral Disease and Oral Medicine of Domestic Carnivores
- Diagnostic Strategy and Imaging
- Biopsy and Pathologist Communication
Chapter 5 — Equine Oral Diseases
- Developmental and Inflammatory Dental Disorders
- Caries, Fractures, and Tongue Diseases
Chapter 6 — Conditions and Diseases of Teeth
- Developmental, Degenerative, and Inflammatory Disorders
- Tooth Resorption, Caries, and Endodontic Disease
Chapter 7 — Inflammation of the Soft Tissues and Jaw
- Canine and Feline Stomatitis Syndromes
- Osteomyelitis and Jaw Inflammatory Conditions
Chapter 8 — Virus-Associated Oral Disease
- Papillomas and Viral Inflammatory Conditions
Chapter 9 — Immune-Mediated and Autoimmune Oral Dermatoses
- Pemphigus, Pemphigoid, Lupus, and Related Disorders
Chapter 10 — Tumor-Like Proliferative Lesions and Oral Soft Tissue Injury
- Hyperplasia, Granulomas, and Trauma-Associated Lesions
Chapter 11 — Non-Neoplastic Lesions of the Skull and Jaw
- Fibro-Osseous Disorders and Bone Density Abnormalities
- Jaw Fractures and Osteonecrosis
Chapter 12 — Lesions of the Tonsil, Tongue, and Lip
- Inflammatory, Reactive, and Neoplastic Conditions
Chapter 13 — Lesions of the Salivary Gland
- Non-Neoplastic and Neoplastic Salivary Disorders
Chapter 14 — Oral Cysts
- Odontogenic and Bone Cysts
Chapter 15 — Odontogenic Tumors
- Benign and Malignant Odontogenic Neoplasms
Chapter 16 — Neoplasia of the Oral Soft Tissues
- Melanoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Lymphoma, and Sarcomas
Chapter 17 — Neoplasia of the Jaw
- Osteosarcoma, Fibrosarcoma, and Related Bone Tumors
Appendix
- Normal Dentition
- Pathology Reports and Biopsy Processing
- Best Practices for Maxillectomy and Mandibulectomy Specimens
Index

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Illustrated Handbook of Bovine Science

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By Aleksandar Mratinković , Hazem Shawky Fouda , Sandra El Hajj

The Illustrated Handbook of Bovine Science is an essential reference for veterinary students, researchers, and large-animal practitioners. It provides a clear, illustrated explanation of bovine anatomy, physiology, nutrition, diseases, and production systems, making complex concepts easy to understand and apply in real farm conditions.

Features

Comprehensive coverage of bovine science fundamentals for cattle health and production
Practical guidance on diagnosis and differential diagnosis in cattle diseases
Detailed explanation of bovine serum albumin and its veterinary applications
Insights into biogas production from bovine confinement systems for sustainable farming
Advanced concepts in dairy cattle reproduction and fertility management
Clear overview of cellular responses and major pathogens affecting cattle
Analysis of the effects of heat stress on bovine growth, performance, and productivity
Exploration of milk proteins as functional and nutritional food ingredients

Recommended Book:

Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals 9th Edition

Table of Contents

Front Matter
Glossary of Selected Terms
Preface
Foundations of Bovine Science and Clinical Reasoning
Understanding Bovine Science and Its Constraints
Mechanical Properties and Elasticity of Bovine Hard Tissues
Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis in Cattle
Clinical Approach and Major Presenting Syndromes
Reproductive Biology and Assisted Reproduction
Bovine Serum Albumin: Structure and Biological Roles
Oocyte Retrieval and Ovum Pick-Up Techniques
In Vitro Embryo Production and Transfer
Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology of Cattle
Management of Bovine Fertility and Pregnancy
Nutrition, Energy, and Sustainable Production
Biogas Generation From Bovine Confinement Systems
Energo-Environmental Factors Affecting Biogas Production
Milk Proteins as Promising Food Ingredients
Techno-Functional and Biological Properties of Milk Proteins
Immunology, Cell Responses, and Pathogens
Cellular Immune Responses in Cattle
CD4+ T Cell and Antibody Responses
Molecular Insights Into Host–Pathogen Interactions
Environmental Stress and Adaptation
Heat Stress and Its Impact on Bovine Development
Reproductive and Immune Consequences of Heat Stress
Mitigation Strategies for Thermal Stress
Reference Material
References
Index

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Equine Behaviour in Practice Understanding Horses and Treating Behaviour Problems

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By Debbie Busby

Combining an in-depth exploration of equine behaviour with clinical practice from a new progressive perspective, Equine Behaviour in Practice: Understanding Horses and Treating Behaviour Problems focuses not just on the horse’s behaviour but also on the behaviour of the human interacting with the horse. Acclaimed Clinical Equine Behaviourist Debbie Busby delivers evidence-based knowledge that will equip readers with the understanding and skills to become effective equine behaviour consultants.

Supported by considered discussion of how and why horses sometimes struggle to cope, the book comprehensively explains how to consult on and treat a range of equine behaviour problems. Rather than providing a formulaic “here’s the problem; here’s how to fix it”, Busby encourages readers to develop a critical biopsychosocial evaluation based on an understanding of how horses evolved, their ethological and physiological adaptations, how they learn, and how their welfare and wellbeing can be assessed.

What This Book Covers”

Part 1 explains theories of equine evolution and the thin veneer of domestication
Part 2 describes psychological and physiological theories of how horses learn, and how this can be applied in training and behaviour modification
Part 3 illustrates this with reference to relevant legislation and widely used animal welfare models, as well as assessments of abnormal and stereotypic behaviour and practical aspects of measuring welfare
Part 4 turns to the theory and practice of behaviour consulting, in three chapters divided into elements of behavioural assessment and treatment planning
Part 5 examines the use of psychopharmaceuticals in behaviour therapy, discussing the roles of the behaviour consultant and the referring veterinary surgeon

Recommended Book:

Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery 3rd Edition

Table of Contents

Part I — Who Is the Horse?
From Evolution to Domestication
Equine Ethology
Equine Senses and Communication
Part II — How Horses Learn
Fundamentals of Learning Theory
Further Learning Theory
Physiology of Behaviour
Part III — Equine Welfare
Welfare and Wellbeing
Part IV — Behaviour Consulting
Diagnosing Behaviour Problems
Treatment Planning: Safety and Situation
Treatment Planning: Behaviour Modification
Communication Skills in Behaviour Consulting
Part V — Psychopharmacology Awareness
A Behaviourist’s Guide to Psychopharmacology
Appendices
Practical Tools, Case Reports, and Behaviour Plans

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Practical Approach to the Small Animal Emergency Patient

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By Michael Verschoor-Kirss

Practical Approach to the Small Animal Emergency Patient helps veterinarians identify the critical questions to identify diagnostic and therapeutic priorities when faced with an emergency situation. The book reviews important decision points for common emergencies and emphasizes how to think, not just what to do.

The first section of the book covers general principles of emergency medicine topics such as triage, sedation and lab work selection, while the latter part of the book applies those principles to common emergency presentations. The intention of this book is not to provide the clinician with an exhaustive review of pathophysiology, but uses current research and decision making tools to provide the clinician with the questions and tools to decide whether a certain intervention is appropriate. Each chapter also includes a section on client communication to help guide new clinicians in speaking with family members about diagnostic testing, treatment approaches, and prognosis.

Battaglia &Amp; Steele’s Small Animal Emergency And Critical Care For Veterinary Technicians 5Th Edition

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Battaglia & Steele’s Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care for Veterinary Technicians 5th Edition

Features

Practical Approach to the Small Animal Emergency Patient includes information on:

Fluid therapy, covering fluid requirements, fluid selection, patients with heart murmurs, and correcting electrolyte abnormalities
Sedation and analgesia, covering appropriate use and risks of inadequate or inappropriate sedation
Diabetic emergencies including diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome, and hypoglycemia
Treatment for car accidents, penetrating trauma, and dog bite wounds
Gastrointestinal distress, covering surgical versus non-surgical causes, the need for imaging, and difference between inpatient and outpatient assessment

Table of Contents

- Preface xiii
- Acknowledgments xv

- PART 1 – Practical Approaches for the Emergent Patient
- 1. The Triage Exam
- 2. Rational Lab Work Selection and “Diagnostic Stewardship”
- 3. Selecting Appropriate Imaging Studies
- 4. Intravenous Fluid Therapy: Yes, No, How Much, How Fast
- 5. Analgesia and Sedation
- 6. Use of Antibiotics in the Emergent Patient
- 7. Decision-making for Hospital Admission

- PART 2 – Clinical Reasoning for Common Diseases and Presentations
- 8. Approach to the “Down Dog”
- 9. Diabetic Emergencies
- 10. Trauma
- 11. Spontaneous Hemoabdomen
- 12. Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus
- 13. The Blocked Cat
- 14. Approach to Vomiting and Diarrhea
- 15. Dyspnea
- 16. Neurologic Emergencies
- 17. Immune-mediated Hemolytic Anemia and Thrombocytopenia
- 18. Approach to the Azotemic Pet
- 19. Managing the Chronic Disease Patient
- 20. Toxin Ingestion Management
- 21. Client Communication and Palliative Care
- 22. Cardiac Emergencies
- 23. Reproductive Emergencies
- 24. Cardiopulmonary-cerebral Resuscitation

Index 265

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Canine and Feline Skin Cytology, 2nd Edition

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By Francesco Albanese

Canine and Feline Skin Cytology, 2nd Edition provides veterinary students and veterinarians with a diagnostic tool that is now essential in the interpretation of skin lesions; in addition, the very rich iconography, including numerous histological images, becomes a very useful tool also for pathologists. With more than 1500 clinical, histopathological and cytological images and detailed text, it illustrates both inflammatory and neoplastic skin diseases, with a 360° view. The new book contains 9 chapters, 4 more than the first edition, enriching the manuscript with chapters on new topics such as “backgrounds” and “cell’ cytoarchitectures”, but above all including numerous skin tumors that were not present in the first edition.

The first part of the book describes in detail the morphology of the cells that make up the skin and those that reach the skin tissue during inflammatory processes. The general part also describes the methods of sampling, preparation and staining of slides in order to obtain good quality preparations that are as representative as possible of the lesion to be studied. The “special” chapters on inflammatory and neoplastic diseases and related cytological pictures are the most important parts of the book and have been enriched with numerous new skin diseases, making the work more complete. The last chapter is dedicated to the cytological aspects observed in the course of skin metastases coming from internal organs or from the mammary gland.

Recommended Book:

Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology 6th Edition

Table of Contents

Front Matter
Skin Lesions: Morphology and Techniques of Sampling and Preparation of Cytological Specimens
Staining Techniques of Cytological Specimens: Routine and “Special” Cytochemical Dyes
Morphology and Function of the Cells that Compose the Skin
The Inflammatory Cells of the Skin and Related Cytological Patterns
The “Background” in Skin Cytology
Cytology of Canine and Feline Non-Neoplastic Skin Diseases
The Cyto-architectures (Arrangements) in Skin Cytology
Cytology of Skin Tumors
Cutaneous Metastasis from Non-primary Skin Tumors
Back Matter

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Jubb, Kennedy, and Palmer’s Pathology of Domestic Animals: Set 7th Edition

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By M. Maxie

Enhance your knowledge of domestic animal pathology! Known as the pathologist’s bible for nearly 60 years, Jubb, Kennedy & Palmer’s Pathology of Domestic Animals, Seventh Edition, Three Volume Set continues its long tradition of being the most comprehensive reference book on common domestic mammal pathology. Using a body-systems approach, veterinary pathology experts provide overviews of general system characteristics, reactions to insult, and disease conditions that are broken down by type of infectious or toxic insult affecting the anatomic subdivisions of each body system. Featuring new high-resolution images, updated content on differential diagnoses, and enhanced bibliographies, the seventh edition of this essential resource will enrich your understanding of pathogenesis and diagnostic techniques.

NEW! Updated content throughout emphasizes differential diagnoses, insights into pathogenesis, and diagnostic techniques
NEW! Updated and expanded artwork includes high-resolution color images that clearly depict the diagnostic features of hundreds of conditions
NEW! Current bibliographies offer new entry points into the rapidly expanding literature on each subject
NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, provides digital access to all the text, figures, e-figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Comprehensive coverage of domestic animal pathology focuses on dogs, cats, horses, swine, cattle, camelids, and small ruminants
Body-systems approach with a consistent presentation provides overviews of system characteristics, reactions to insult, and disease conditions
More than 2,000 high-quality color images demonstrate normal and abnormal organs, tissues, and cells
More than 30 expert contributors offer the latest perspectives on the continuum of issues in veterinary pathology

Table of Contents

VOLUME ONE
1. Introduction to the Diagnostic Process
2. Bones and Joints
3. Muscle and Tendon
4. Nervous System
5. Special Senses
6. Integumentary System

VOLUME TWO
1. Alimentary System
2. Liver and Biliary System
3. Pancreas
4. Urinary System
5. Respiratory System

VOLUME THREE
1. Cardiovascular System
2. Hematolymphoid System
3. Endocrine Glands
4. Female Genital System
5. Male Genital System

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Animal Biology and Care, 4th Edition

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By Emily Jewell

Animal Biology and Care 4th Edition introduces the biology and care of species that students learning to work with animals will commonly encounter. It has been written in line with course curricula including animal management, animal care and veterinary care assistant qualifications and is divided into logical sections including biology, health, and husbandry. Step-by-step guidance is provided for the common practical procedures carried out in various roles, whilst chapter summaries enable readers to remember key points and objectives. All sections are complemented by visual diagrams, flowcharts and new chapter glossaries to aid in reader comprehension. A companion website features interactive MCQs to help learners test their knowledge.

Revised and expanded, the new edition includes updates based on the increase in exotic pets, changes to animal welfare related guidance and legislation, the introduction of Technical (T-Level) Qualifications, and revisions to existing curricula. The author has also included a new chapter on the animal industry, with information on employability skills and potential vocational pathways, for readers to understand the further application of their studies as they embark on their careers in the animal industry.

Recommended Book:

Advances in Small Animal Care 2020

Features

Cells and basic tissues, movement of materials in the body, body systems and functions, body areas, and basic genetics
First aid, basic bandaging, quarantine and isolation, hospitalization, temperature, pulse, respiration, and administration of pharmaceutical drugs
Animal welfare, disease transmission and control, microbiology, zoonotic diseases, canine and feline diseases, zoonotic diseases, and parasitology
Animal husbandry, hygiene, nutrition, handling, grooming, and coat care

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Companion Website
Section 1 – Animal Biology
1. Cells and Basic Tissues
2. Movement of Materials Within the Body
3. Body Systems and Functions
4. Basic Genetics
5. Veterinary Terminology
Section 2 – Animal Health
6. Animal Welfare and Legislation
7. Basic Animal Nutrition
8. Basic Animal Health Care
9. Temperature, Pulse, and Respiration
10. Disease Transmission and Control
11. Hygiene and Husbandry
12. Basic Microbiology
13. Diseases of Domestic Animals
14. Zoonotic Diseases
15. Parasitology
16. First Aid Care
17. Basic Bandaging
18. Isolation and Quarantine
19. Care of the Hospitalised Patient
20. Medication for Animals
Section 3 – Animal Husbandry
21. Animal Handling and Restraint
22. Grooming and Coat Care
23. Feeding Animals
24. Other Animals Kept as Pets
Section 4 – The Animal Industry
25. The Animal Industry
26. Employability Skills in the Animal Industry
Further Reading
Index

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Pathology of Laboratory Rodents and Rabbits 5th Edition

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By Stephen W. Barthold, Denise M. Imai

The Fifth Edition of Pathology of Laboratory Rodents and Rabbits offers a thorough update to this comprehensive reference of diseases in mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and rabbits. Emphasizing explanations of pathogenesis and diagnostically relevant features of diseases, the book is logically organized by species and richly illustrated with 690 color photographs and photomicrographs to show the features of common or classic diseases.

This edition adds a new chapter on chinchillas and new information on immunodeficient and humanized mice, as well as updates throughout to reflect new information and changes in the field. The content has been expanded to include diseases and disorders of feral, wild, companion, and livestock counterparts of laboratory rodents and rabbits, including zoonotic diseases.