Download or read book Canine and Feline Geriatrics written by Mike Davies and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 1996-09-20 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practical guide to vets faced with ageing animals. Starting from the important standpoint that the subject of geriatrics presents topics and problems all of its own, the book does not simply present overviews of each subject as they relate to the younger adult, with aspects relating to the older animal tacked on. Instead the book covers topics that relate specifically to the geriatric patient

Download or read book Geriatrics Gerontology of the Dog and Cat written by Johnny D. Hoskins and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This groundbreaking reference is the first and only comprehensive book to address the needs of older dogs and cats, providing the veterinary clinician, veterinary student, and animal health technician with health-related information that is clinically relevant and quickly retrievable in a simple format. It offers a complete and practical review of the causes, incidence, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of both common and uncommon problems associated with the aging process and acquired illness. Each chapter offers tips on the physical examination of that body system and provides quick-reference tables for guidance on diagnosis and treatment. Because of the increased health problems in aging dogs and cats and the ardent attachment of the pet owner, veterinarians need to know more about aging so they may delay or minimize the progressive deterioration of aging and improve the quality of life for geriatric dogs and cats. Discusses state-of-the-art medical and surgical therapy. Covers nutritional management that is crucial to aging dogs and cats. Reviews the most cost-effective techniques in treating aging pets. Reviews common disorders, including the cause, incidence, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of each illness. A chapter on client services includes a discussion of pet death and grief reaction. Explores the special human-animal bond that develops as the dog and cat population ages. Information has been revised and updated for accuracy. New chapter on ophthalmological considerations for the geriatric dog and cat.

Download or read book Treatment and Care of the Geriatric Veterinary Patient written by Mary Gardner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treatment and Care of the Geriatric Veterinary Patient offers veterinarians a complete guide to treating and managing geriatric canine and feline patients. Offers practical guidance on managing all aspects of veterinary care in geriatric pets Takes a holistic approach to managing the geriatric patient, from common diseases and quality of life to hospice, euthanasia, client communications, and business management Focuses on dogs and cats, with a chapter covering common exotic animals Provides clinically oriented advice for ensuring quality of life for older pets Includes access to a companion website with videos, client education handouts, and images

Download or read book Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology written by Alice Villalobos and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-02-28 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Half the population of dogs and cats aged 10 and over will die of neoplasia. The bonds that clients have developed with their older pets are especially strong and drive the increasing demand for more proficient and highly compassionate medical treatment of companion animals diagnosed with cancer. This book offers more than just a competent clinical approach to the most common tumors in dogs and cats. This book also offers a focus on the special needs of geriatric pets and their owners. Amply illustrated with dozens of case studies representative of those regularly encountered in practice, Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology will provide readers with the tools needed to diagnose and treat aging pets with cancer, and to help clients make the best decisions for themselves and for the animals with whom they share their lives. Canine and Feline Geriatric Oncology is a unique resource. It is a useful oncology reference for specialists, veterinarians in general practice, veterinary technicians, and clinic staff. The many "what ifs" that the practitioner inevitably faces in interactions with clients and their aging pets with cancer are presented and discussed. Special Features: * Focuses on the special needs of geriatric pets and their caregivers; * Offers direction in the diagnosis and treatment of aging pets with cancer; * Addresses many of the "what ifs" that arise in interactions with clients and aging pets with cancer; * Amply illustrated with full color throughout; * A valuable reference for practicing veterinarians, technicians, hospital staff, and professionals involved in supportive counseling for pet caregivers.

Download or read book Treatment and Care of the Geriatric Veterinary Patient written by Mary Gardner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-08-14 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treatment and Care of the Geriatric Veterinary Patient offers veterinarians a complete guide to treating and managing geriatric canine and feline patients. Offers practical guidance on managing all aspects of veterinary care in geriatric pets Takes a holistic approach to managing the geriatric patient, from common diseases and quality of life to hospice, euthanasia, client communications, and business management Focuses on dogs and cats, with a chapter covering common exotic animals Provides clinically oriented advice for ensuring quality of life for older pets Includes access to a companion website with videos, client education handouts, and images

Download or read book Geriatrics An Issue of Veterinary Clinics Small Animal Practice written by William D. Fortney and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-08-26 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive update on geriatrics for the small animal practitioner! Articles will include: clinical pathology interpretation in geriatric patients, geriatric pharmacology, sedation and anesthesia protocols for older patients, management strategies for chronic renal disease in older dogs and cats, alimentary neoplasia, thyroid disorders in the geriatric patient, nutrition for aging cats and dogs, canine and feline cognitive dysfunction syndrome, implementing a successful senior/geriatric health care program, complimentary/alternative medicine in age-related diseases, pain management in older patients, the diagnosis and management of age-related cardiac disease, dentistry in geriatric veterinary patients, and more!

Download or read book Canine and Feline Anesthesia and Co Existing Disease written by Rebecca A. Johnson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-01-26 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully updated new edition of the only text solely focused on anesthesia of dogs and cats with co-existing disease The revised Second Edition of Canine and Feline Anesthesia and Co-Existing Disease expands and updates the only book solely dedicated to practical anesthetic techniques for dogs and cats with co-existing disease. The book now includes additional images in full color, new discussions of cutting-edge drugs and techniques, and updated chapters and information throughout. This text provides in-depth and clinically-useful information that can easily be incorporated into the progressive companion animal practice. It offers more than 200 new images and 4 new chapters focusing on urogenital concerns, genetic diseases, nociceptive disorders, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation and post-resuscitation care. It is intuitively organized by body system to allow for quick and easy reference. Key features: Presents concise, yet comprehensive anesthetic considerations and management plans for dogs and cats with co-existing disease and patients with altered physiology Explores commonly-encountered disease processes and their anesthetic management, including cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, neurologic, endocrine, and hepatic diseases, among others Highlights important physiologic alterations encountered in neonatal, pregnant, and geriatric patients and their implications for anesthetic management Includes access to a companion website with relevant clinical videos at www.wiley.com/go/johnson/canine Canine and Feline Anesthesia and Co-Existing Disease is a must-have reference for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students seeking a one-stop resource for anesthetic techniques in veterinary patients with co-existing disease and/or altered physiology.

Download or read book Geriatrics Gerontology of the Dog and Cat written by Richard T. Goldston and published by Saunders. This book was released on 1995 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the most effective techniques for managing dogs and cats presented with problems associated with the aging process and acquired illness. Each chapter offers tips on the physical examination of that body system and provides quick-reference tables to guide the reader on diagnosis and treatment. In addition, the book discusses both common and uncommon disorders, reviewing the cause, incidence, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of each illness.

Download or read book Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation written by Chris Zink and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-02-21 with total page 1260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation This thoroughly revised and updated new edition offers a gold standard reference for all aspects of sports medicine and rehabilitation, encompassing basic science and integrated veterinary and physical therapy approaches. New chapters cover biological therapies, working dogs, and business management, and every chapter has been extensively revised and expanded with state-of-the-art information—providing an even greater wealth of evidence, expertise, and experience to this complex discipline. Presented in full color, with illustrations and photographs throughout and real-world case studies,the book is a detailed yet practical guide ideal for the clinical setting. Providing must-have information for anyone working with active dogs or rehabilitation patients, Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation offers enlightening chapters including: Locomotion and Athletic Performance; Canine Therapeutic Exercise; Canine Aquatic Therapy; Conditioning and Retraining the Canine Athlete; Veterinary Orthotics and Prosthetics; Diagnosis of and Treatment Options for Disorders of the Canine Spine; Rehabilitation for Geriatric Canine Patients; The Role of Acupuncture and Manipulative Therapy in Canine Rehabilitation; and much more. Presents current, state-of-the-art information on sports medicine and rehabilitation in dogs Offers perspectives from an international list of expert authors Covers all topics related to veterinary care of the canine athlete and all active dogs Includes illustrations and photographs throughout to demonstrate key concepts Provides clinical cases that set the information in context Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation is a complete resource for veterinarians, physical therapists,veterinary technicians, and anyone interested in working with canine athletes or in offering rehabilitation therapy in their practice.

Download or read book Risk Factor Management and Geriatrics written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Ask the Vet about Cats written by Elaine Wexler-Mitchell and published by CompanionHouse Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the publisher of Cat Fancy magazine comes Ask the Vet About Cats, a comprehensive manual to caring for your cat. Ask the Vet's author Elaine Wexler-Mitchell, D.V.M., draws from her many years of clinical practice as a feline veterinarian to compile and answer over eighty of the most commonly asked catcare questions. Spiral bound for easy use, this manual helps you become a better cat owner by placing all your cat-care questions and answers in one easy-to-reference location. From birth to senior years to common health and husbandry concerns, Ask the Vet About Cats has the remedies and cat-care tips you are looking for. By helping you become more aware of behavior, nutrition, lifestyle, and other health concerns related to your cat, you will understand how to properly care for your cat at home and when to seek veterinary care. Book jacket.

Download or read book Geriatric Medicine III Feline and Canine Urology and Nephrology written by Carl A. Osborne and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Canine and Feline Nutrition E Book written by Linda P. Case and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-05-21 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How well can you answer pet owners' questions about proper diet and feeding? Canine and Feline Nutrition, 3rd Edition describes the role of nutrition and its effects upon health and wellness and the dietary management of various disorders of dogs and cats. By using the book's cutting-edge research and clinical nutrition information, you'll be able to make recommendations of appropriate pet food and proper feeding guidelines. Pet nutrition experts Linda P. Case, MS, Leighann Daristotle, DVM, PhD, Michael G. Hayek, PhD, and Melody Foess Raasch, DVM, provide complete, head-to-tail coverage and a broad scope of knowledge, so you can help dog and cat owners make sound nutrition and feeding choices to promote their pets' health to prolong their lives. Tables and boxes provide quick reference to the most important clinical information. Key points summarize essential information at a glance. A useful Nutritional Myths and Feeding Practices chapter dispels and corrects common food myths. New clinical information covers a wide range of emerging nutrition topics including the role of the omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid families in pet health and disease management. Coverage of pet food safety and pet food ingredients includes both commercially and home-prepared foods and provides answers to pet owners’ questions on these topics. Completely updated content reflects the latest findings in clinical nutrition research. Information regarding functional ingredients and dietary supplementation provides a scientifically based rationale for recommending or advising against dietary supplements. Guidelines for understanding pet food formulations and health claims differentiate between "market-speak" and actual clinical benefits for patients, with practice advice for evaluating and selecting appropriate foods.

Download or read book Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine written by Ronald J. Riegel and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laser Therapy in Veterinary Medicine: Photobiomodulation is a complete guide to using therapeutic lasers to treat veterinary patients, focusing on practical information. Offers a comprehensive resource for incorporating therapeutic lasers in veterinary practice Focuses on practical information tailored for the veterinary clinic Written by 37 leading experts in veterinary laser therapy Provides a thorough foundation on this standard-of-care modality Emphasizes clinical applications with a real-world approach

Download or read book Good Old Dog written by Nicholas H. Dodman and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2010 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The gold standard guide to caring for your older dog.

Download or read book Geriatrics in Dogs and Cats written by Wilfried Kraft and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Geriatrics has become increasingly important in dogs and cats in recent years. Due to numerous improvements in preventive measures, diet, and last but not least veterinary care, dogs and cats are living longer than ever. This 2nd edition has been significantly expanded to include chapters on gynecology, physical therapy, and diseases of the auditory canal. It takes into account the latest findings and deals intensively with posture, nutrition, diseases and treatment options in old age. Once again, it has been possible to enlist the cooperation of a number of specialist authors, which gives the work its high level of professional competence. The clear structure of the text and the addition of the section "Summary and conclusion for the practice" allow a quick overview of the respective problem treated"--

Download or read book Canine and Feline Dermatology Drug Handbook written by Sandra N. Koch and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-05 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive handbook summarizes dermatological drugs for feline and canine patients. It covers oral, topical and injectable medications suitable for cats and dogs. Vital information given for each drug includes: indications, contraindications, mechanism of action, dosage, formulations, side-effects, drug interactions and monitoring. Both American and European trade names are provided alongside generic names for ease of reference. The book is divided into 4 sections. The first covers systemic dermatological agents. The second section presents topical dermatological agents. The third section covers allergen-specific immunotherapy. The fourth section lists dermatological conditions and the drugs commonly used to treat each disease, and directs the reader to the information on those drugs. Canine and Feline Dermatology Drug Handbook is an essential reference for quick daily use in a clinical setting. Ideal for veterinarians in first opinion practice as well as those specializing in dermatology. KEY FEATURES Lists drugs alphabetically for treatment of dermatological diseases in dogs and cats Covers oral, topical and injectable drugs Includes both American and European trade names Written by dermatology and pharmacology specialists Presented in an easy-to-use reference format