Essentials of Avian Medicine and Surgery

Essentials of Avian Medicine and Surgery is designed as a concise quick reference for the busy practitioner and animal nurse. Eminently practical, this classic avian text is prized for its down-to-earth approach. * new contributions from world renowned experts in avian medicine * new chapter on the special senses of birds, an understanding of which is crucial when giving advice on avian welfare problems * fully up-to-date on the latest diagnostic and imaging techniques * avian zoonotics are highlighted in infectious diseases section "Even though I have been practicing for several years, I found tips on diagnostics that I could immediately use at my practice. This book will make a nice addition to shelves, both for those who see birds infrequently and on a daily basis. It will be used often for drug dosages and disease rule-outs that you don't want to flip through larger textbooks to obtain. Many good facts are in a single location and can be easily accessed between appointments." - Exotic DVM Magazine "Any veterinary student or general practitioner with an interest in avian medicine should place this book at the top of their shopping list." Veterinary Record