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Books
- by Etienne CoteNo other quick reference comes close in covering the diagnosis and treatment of hundreds of diseases in dogs and cats. Etienne Cote's Clinical Veterinary Advisor: Dogs and Cats, 2nd Edition is like six books in one -- with concise topics within sections on diseases and disorders, procedures and techniques, differential diagnosis, laboratory tests, clinical algorithms, and a drug formulary. ... More
- by Debra M. Eldredge DVM, Liisa D. Carlson DVM, Delbert G. Carlson DVM, James M. Giffin MD
- by Stephen C. Barr, Dwight D. BowmanThis unique manual is an ideal clinical reference for practicing veterinarians, a quick reference for students on rotations, and a supplemental or core text for related classes in the DVM program. In a user-friendly format, coverage includes the treatment of a wide spectrum of canine and feline infectious diseases and parasite-related disorders.
Written by two highly respected authors who a ... More - by Patrick J. McKeever, P. J. McKeever, Richard G. HarveyUniv. of Minnesota, St. Paul. Practical and problem-oriented text describes and classifies dermatoses according to their principle presenting signs. For veterinarians and students. High-quality color photographs.
- by George A. PadgettIf you breed dogs for any reason, you must own this book. Genetic diseases are among the most serious hazards on the landscape of modern dog breeding and one of the most vexing challenges facing today's dog breeders. Is it appropriate to open the gene pool to unwanted conditions in the pursuit of physical perfection, or must breeding to the Standard take a back seat to producing healthy animals? ... More
- by Dick Lane, Neil EwartThis user-friendly reference is divided into two sections. The first section, "Signs of Diseases and Health Problems AâZ" lists symptoms alphabetically. To find the appropriate information, the reader doesn't need to name the medical condition or system, only to describe the symptom. This first section is cross-referenced with the second part, "Treatment of Diseases and Health Problems Aâ ... More
- by Caroline D. LevinThis book delves into some of today's most troubling canine illnesses, the factors that really cause them. It examines options for treatment, and provides detailed instructions on how to care for chronically ill dogs. With this book, readers can help their dogs have a better quality of life, and spare future pets a lifetime of chronic disease. This award-winning book is excellent if your pet is de ... More
- by Sue PatersonManual of Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat, Second Edition provides a valuable asset to the practice library for quick and easy reference on a busy day. Dealing with all common skin diseases in both the dog and the cat, particular attention is paid to the differences between the two species. Each chapter looks at a different type of skin disease with descriptions of clinical presentations a ... More
- by Alex Gough, Alison ThomasThis unique resource brings together valuable information on breed-related diseases in one quick-reference volume. Divided into one section for dogs and another for cats, inherited and other prevalent disorders are listed breed-by-breed. The final section describes each of the disorders in more detail. All the information is drawn from high-quality sources, including research journals and veter ... More
- by Karen CampbellPart of the Pet Lover's Guide series, this handbook covers the most common topics of skin disease in small animals, their causes, and their medical management in a non-technical, informative, and useful manner accessible to both veterinarians and pet owners. The book is organized by skin disorder type, and then alphabetically by disease. Information for each disease is divided into signs, causes, ... More
- by Craig E. Greene DVM MS DACVIMFeaturing full-color illustrations and hundreds of tables with diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines, this authoritative resource explores the diagnosis and treatment of canine and feline infectious diseases caused by viruses, rickettsiae, chlamydiae, mycoplasmas, bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, and unknown agents. Discussion of each disease includes diagnostic testing, indications and methods f ... More
- by Keith A. Hnilica DVM MS DACVD MBADesigned with busy practitioners and students in mind, Small Animal Dermatology: A Color Atlas and Therapeutic Guide provides concise, thorough coverage of over 250 skin diseases affecting small animals. More than 1,000 high-quality images help to ensure accurate diagnoses, with coverage including clinical features, top differentials, treatment, and prognosis for each disorder. In this edit ... More
- by S. KenroseCanine Addison's disease is a serious and often fatal illness. When Stephanie Kenrose's dog, Shakti-Holly, was diagnosed with the disease in 2008, she found that accurate information was difficult to come by; she embarked on a lengthy research project to understand the disease. Not content with merely improving the quality of life of her own pet, Stephanie documented her findings in this practical ... More
- by Dr. Steven EisenWhen his 11-year-old Lhasa Apso, Fergie, was diagnosed with lymphoma, a deadly cancer, Dr. Steven Eisen decided not to rely on standard veterinary care but to apply his own specialist expertise to the case and to treat his dog holistically. He knew from his prior research that a skillfully tailored diet, plus natural supplements, would often achieve cures without the downsides of conventional medi ... More
- by S Kenrose, Merliza Cabriles DVMCanine Cushing's disease is a serious disorder that often has fatal results if not treated. It's easy to become overwhelmed with the symptoms and treatment possibilities. This informative and educational book gives you the vital information you need to know about this devastating disease. That's why Cushing's Disease in Dogs uses a straightforward, no nonsense approach, laying out in plain ... More
- by Frederic Gaschen Dr med vet Dr habilCurrent, important information on chronic intestinal diseases of dogs and cats for all small animal practitioners! This issue will present articles on intestinal flora, clinical immunology of the intestine, IBD in dogs and cats, useful laboratory tests for diagnosis and management of chronic canine and feline enteropathies, ultrasound in the diagnosis of intestinal diseases, alimentary lymphoma, c ... More
- by Lindsey Welsh MACanine kidney disease takes many forms, including acute kidney failure, chronic kidney failure, congenital kidney disease, glomerulonephritis and kidney failure due to Lyme or other tick-borne diseases. While many pets will go on to recover from this devastating disease, for others the end result is euthanasia. If your pet has kidney disease, this book outlines the causes for the disease and the a ... More
- by W. Jean Dodds, Diana LaverdureWinner of the DWAA Maxwell Award for 2011, Best Care and Health Book and the Eukanuba Canine Health Award.
If your dog is lethargic, losing his hair, gaining weight or suddenly becomes aggressive, perhaps the last thing you (or your vet!) would think about is his thyroid. Unfortunately, however, thyroid disorders can cause literally dozens of health and behavioral problems in dogs and freq ... More - by Darlene ArdenForeword by Gus W. Thornton, D.V.M., President of MSPCA âAngell Memorial's reputation in the animal world is unchallenged, and who better to tell their story than one of the best dog writers in the business.â --Betty White, actress, author, and animal welfare activist âThis book gives you the ammunition to ask the right questions no matter where your veterinarian happens to be. This ... More
- by Judy WolffTucker, an 8-year-old black Labrador Retriever, recovered from a devastating spinal injury caused by a blood clot. This chronicle, written with affection and humor, reveals the day-to-day challenges of coping with a frightening diagnosis.
- by D.V.M. Alfred J. PlechnerVeterinarians are seeing an explosion of health problems in cats, dogs, and horses chronic diseases, immunological illnesses, cancer, and more. Conditions thought to affect only one breed are showing up in others. This illustrated book explores the causes and treatments. During the past 30 years of clinical work, renowned veterinarian Dr. Alfred Plechner has identified a widespread but unrecogn ... More
- by Alfred J. PlechnerLarge numbers of pets die or become sick before their time despite the best efforts of veterinarians. I believe that much of this has to do with hormonal imbalances that deregulate the immune system of animals, undermining their natural protection against illness and thus robbing them of good health and normal longevity. Many "end of the line animals" have been referred to me during my clinical p ... More
- by David SpangenburgDid you know that a simple hormonal imbalance endangers the lives of all our pets? This imbalance triggers an immune system breakdown leaving our pets helplessly exposed to deadly disorders and catastrophic diseases. Veterinarian, Dr. Al Plechner discovered this imbalance and created a simple, lifesaving, treatment that has been proven successful time and time again. The Plechner Protocol has rest ... More
- by Dr. Richard Palmquist DVMFrom the co-author of Integrating Complementary Medicine into Veterinary Practice comes a plainspoken wellness guide that talks intimately about a new approach to veterinary medicine. In Releasing Your Pet's Hidden Health Potential, national consultant and research chair of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Dr. Palmquist introduces readers to a variety of therapies to improved p ... More
Kindle
- by Howell Book HouseIf you breed dogs for any reason, you must own this book. Genetic diseases are among the most serious hazards on the landscape of modern dog breeding and one of the most vexing challenges facing today's dog breeders. Is it appropriate to open the gene pool to unwanted conditions in the pursuit of physical perfection, or must breeding to the Standard take a back seat to producing healthy animals? ... More
- A reference book for owners of Addisonian dogs: contains everything you need to know about the disease, including causes, tests, and treatments.
"A poignant journey of a dog owner's quest to understand and comprehend the grim facts of Addison's Disease. This book provides concise but comprehensive information about Addison's Disease that can easily be understood by dog owners everywhere ... More - by DogwiseProblems with your dog? It may be his thyroid! If your dog is lethargic, losing his hair, gaining weight or suddenly becomes aggressive, perhaps the last thing you (or your vet!) would think about is his thyroid. Unfortunately, however, thyroid disorders can cause literally dozens of health and behavioral problems in dogs and frequently go undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed. And the real tragedy is t ... More
- by SaundersThe second edition of this reference features more than 300 high-quality color illustrations to assist practicing veterinarians and veterinary students in identifying small animal ear diseases. It begins with a review of the science involved in diagnosing and treating ear disease, including the anatomy of the ear, examination techniques, and pathophysiology. Coverage also includes discussions of s ... More
- by SaundersInterpret diagnostic images accurately with Diagnostic Radiology and Ultrasonography of the Dog and Cat, 5th Edition. Written by veterinary experts J. Kevin Kealy, Hester McAllister, and John P. Graham, this concise guide covers the principles of diagnostic radiology and ultransonography and includes clear, complete instruction in image interpretation. It illustrates the normal anatomy of b ... More
- by Wiley-BlackwellThis unique resource brings together valuable information on breed-related diseases in one quick-reference volume. Divided into one section for dogs and another for cats, inherited and other prevalent disorders are listed breed-by-breed. The final section describes each of the disorders in more detail. All the information is drawn from high-quality sources, including research journals and veter ... More
- by AuthorHouseHope For Healing Liver Disease In Your Dog: The Complete Story
by: Cyndi Smasal
- by Wiley-BlackwellBringing together a wealth of images of normal and diseased dog and cat ears, this is an indispensible diagnostic tool for the small animal veterinary practitioner seeing ear cases on a regular basis. This fully illustrated atlas covers the anatomy of the canine and feline ear, diagnostic techniques, a range of commonly seen diseases, and ear surgery.Atlas of Ear Diseases of the Dog and Cat ... More
- by Thieme/MansonOn its first publication, Clinical Medicine of the Dog & Cat was hailed by the market and reviewers as a groundbreaking work and the first fully illustrated textbook of small animal clinical medicine. In this wholle revised editionm, the coverage and world-class author team have been further enriched by the addition of new chapters on Immunology, Nutrition, Fluid Therapy, Pain Management an ... More
- by McGraw-HillA world-renowned animal hospital shares its total-care program for dogs "Angell Memorial's reputation in the animal world is unchallenged, and who better to tell their story than one of the best dog writers in the business. . . . A perfect combination and a must for this important bookshelf."Betty White, actress, author, and animal welfare activist Angell Memorial Animal Hosp ... More
- by CreateSpaceâEndocrine-Immune Mechanisms in Animals and Human Health Implicationsâ, looks at the relationship of the hormone regulation of the immune system. His collection of articles and writings that have appeared in numerous publications explains the relationship between the endocrine and immune systems. He explains to readers how this endocrine-immune imbalance can be the cause of allergies, au ... More
- by CreateSpace an Amazon.com CompanyLarge numbers of pets die or become sick before their time despite the best efforts of veterinarians. I believe that much of this has to do with hormonal imbalances that deregulate the immune system of animals, undermining their natural protection against illness and thus robbing them of good health and normal longevity. Many "end of the line animals" have been referred to me during my clinical pr ... More
Medical Ears
- by Pet King BrandsZYMOX Ear Cleanser provides a, non-toxic way to manage problem ears. The addition of Lactoferrin and Lysozyme make Zymox Ear Cleanser great for maintenance and prevention. Zymox Ear Cleanser is the only ear cleaner recommended for use with Zymox Otic Enzymatic Solution because it will not interfere with the activity of the Zymox Tree Point Enzyme System.
- by ZymoxThe non-toxic Zymox Pet Ear Cleanser is ideal for sensitive pet ears. Gentle surfactants effectively clean dirt from inner ears Natural bio-active enzymes help control mild microbes Contains no harsh chemicals or cleaners to irritate sensitive pets Leaves ears smelling freshUse 1-2 times weekly to keep pet ears clean and healthy. Safe for use on dogs and cats. Made in the USA.
Medical Vitamins & Supplements
- by PetAg Inc.Dyne High Calorie Liquid for Dogs is a supplement providing extra calories need for recovery from stress, low weight, low energy and whelping. Protein and vitamin enhanced nutrition in a highly palatable ready to use liquid.
- by EVSCONutri-Cal by Vetoquinol is a caloric supplement to help boost dietary intake in pets, particularly those suffering from under-eating or malnourishment. Those animals that need an extra boost in their diet or vitamin balance will benefit greatly from a regular regimen with Nutri-Cal in addition to their regular food intake. The product also works very well for working dogs that consume a lot of ene ... More
- by Vetoquinol CareNutri-cal is a tasty, high calorie low volume dietary supplement in a paste form. It is intended for animals that require extra calories and vitamins in their diet. Nutri-cal is used to provide supplemental caloric and nutritional intake in dogs and cats. It is also used to provide an added source of energy in hunting and working dogs and for dogs and cats who will not eat or need an added source ... More
