Download or read book Veterinary Guide to Goat Health and Welfare written by David Harwood and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2019-08-26 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Goats are adaptable creatures in the wild but, if kept as pets, or commercially farmed, they rely very heavily on their owners not only for food, water and shelter, but also for protection from disease or injury. This second edition has been extensively updated to include more information on current issues such as antimicrobial and anthelmintic resistance, herd health planning, and new and emerging or changing conditions such as bovine TB. It is a clearly written, well-illustrated book and should be an invaluable, practical reference work aimed at all those who own, or care for, goats whether they be commercial goat farmers, smallholders, stock people, veterinary surgeons and students. It is written by an experienced veterinary surgeon, and its overall objective is to provide some practical advice on managing goats daily including tips on how to keep them fit and healthy, how to recognise signs of ill health, and when a veterinary surgeon needs to be consulted.
Download or read book Diseases of The Goat written by John G. Matthews and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-09-26 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diseases of the Goat, 4th Edition, is a revised and updated edition of the popular tool for veterinarians featuring of all aspects of goat medicine—from initial assessment and examination to diagnosis, treatment, and control of conditions. This highly practical, concise handbook is designed for frequent reference, and is suitable for all those treating and keeping goats. Provides information on to predators, euthanasia, post-mortem technique, and fracture repair Includes expanded coverage of a number of topics to appeal to a wider and more international audience especially in relation to poisonous plants Incorporates the impact of new developments in goat diseases, such as the geographical spread of exotic diseases into new regions
Download or read book Goat Medicine and Surgery written by David Harwood and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As textbooks go, this is one of the few that I may actually choose to read in a spare moment, not just when madly researching what could possibly be the problem when I get called to a goat farm. It contains interesting information on the background of goat farming, goat behaviour, nutrition and husbandry in the introductory section... This hardback, logically presented book will live on a handy shelf to be used on a regular basis. - Pam Brown, mixed practice vet at Alnorthumbria Vets, Wooler, in Veterinary Record, 27 April 2019 Key features: Covers both goat medicine and surgery Covers basic anatomy, commons breeds and husbandry Includes new and emerging diseases Goats are one of the most widely kept domestic animals globally, mainly as a result of the relative ease with which they can be kept and the obvious benefits provided to those who keep them. Goat Medicine and Surgery describes the key diseases that can have an impact on goat health and welfare worldwide, providing information on diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, management and control. Covers basic anatomy, common breeds and husbandry. Divided into chapters covering each body system Offers the common differential diagnoses, followed by the specific diagnosis and recommended treatments Covers a wide range of disorders, including new and emerging diseases Modern goat keeping gives us a full spectrum of activity from nomadic tribes moving with their animals, to the range-keeping in Australia, to units fattening goat kids for meat and to intensive goat dairy production systems. Alongside these production systems are those in which goats are kept in small numbers as a hobby, as pets and at public attractions. This book deals with the diseases and challenges impacting all kinds of goats and their owners. It will be invaluable to veterinarians in practice and training, animal scientists and agricultural advisors, as well as scientists interested in animal welfare.
Download or read book The Welfare of Goats written by Silvana Mattiello and published by Springer. This book was released on 2024-09-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses exclusively on the welfare of goats, which have peculiar behavioral characteristics and needs, and distinct individual personalities. Despite the many differences between goats and sheep, welfare and health issues of small ruminants have often been addressed together. Goats are extremely adaptable, now widespread and farmed all over the world. Usually bred for economic purposes (milk, meat and/or fibre), goats are also occasionally kept as pet animals, in educational farms, in zoos or for animal-assisted therapy. This wide range of conditions may elicit different challenges for their welfare. Readers of this volume are introduced to the goat species, starting from its origin and domestication process, and presentation of its natural behaviour and characteristics, including recent data on goats’ ability to communicate, cognition capabilities and personality. Knowledge of these features is indispensable to allow a welfare-friendly approach to goat management. The authors then address all relevant aspects of goat welfare, covering issues related to housing, feeding, painful procedures and end-of-life management, with special emphasis on welfare challenges in adverse environments. An additional chapter is dedicated to the main health problems that can jeopardize goats’ welfare. Finally, this volume highlights the latest research to on-farm welfare assessment with indicators and protocols for evaluation. This work will appeal to scholars of animal welfare science and biology, stakeholders in the livestock industry, as well as experts in goat-assisted interventions and pet owners. Video and audio files enrich the reading experience and can also be played from the print book using the free Springer Nature More Media app.
Download or read book Veterinary Treatment of Sheep and Goats written by Graham R. Duncanson and published by CABI. This book was released on 2012 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sheep and goats are farmed worldwide for meat, milk, skins and wool. This diverse range of uses means that many people rely on these animals as a source of income, food and warm clothing, though they can also be kept as pets. With an accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general veterinary guide to treating common conditions in these animals. It addresses veterinary medicines and their uses, on-site surgery, equipment, normal values and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, dental treatment, poisoning and dermatology. Worldwide disease conditions are also covered in detail, with a particular focus on the welfare of the animal and economic reality. A valuable field guide for the veterinary practitioner, this book is also essential reading for veterinary students.
Download or read book Keeping Goats written by Debbie Kingsley and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2022-05-16 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full of information and practical advice, this book will be invaluable for anyone thinking about keeping goats, for those who have recently acquired goats, and for the more experienced keeper. This book provides everything you need to know including: legal requirements; land, fencing, housing and equipment; the breeds that will suit your best and acquiring your goats. There is information on year-round husbandry tasks; feeding and nutrition; health and welfare and breeding and kidding. Detailed guidance is given on dairying, raising for meat and other ways to make the most of your goats. This new book is a comprehensive guide to over eighty goats breeds with accompanying photographs.
Download or read book Sustainable Goat Production in Adverse Environments Volume I written by João Simões and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-01-11 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the current trends and challenges of sustainable goat meat and milk production in different global contexts, providing valuable insights into this industry in adverse environments like mountain, semiarid and arid regions. It also includes contributions from international experts discussing goat reproduction, genetic diversity and improvement, as well topics such as animal health, welfare, socioeconomic aspects, and many other issues regarding the environmentally friendly and economically viable exploitation of goats. This is a highly informative book providing scientific insight for readers with an interest in sustainable agriculture and socio-economic aspects, as well as goat breed conservation, genetic diversity, and veterinary care. These subjects are complemented in a second volume providing a detailed description of more than 40 indigenous goat breeds and several ecotypes found in Asia, Africa, Europe, and America.
Download or read book Beef AgSkills written by Jennifer Laffan and published by NSW Agriculture. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beef AgSkills provides a basic guide to some of the skills and practices of beef production. The book contains step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and full-colour pictures. Some of the skills included are: · Drafting and counting cattle · Vaccinating · Heat detection · Problems with calving · Dehorning calves
Download or read book Living with Goats written by Margaret Hathaway and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-02-27 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the newest addition to the successful “Living With” series, Hathaway and Schatz let readers in on everything they need to know about how to raise one – or twenty – goats in their own backyards. Readers will discover how to raise goats either for milk, meat, or companionship, and how to shelter and care for their pets depending on the breed (whether they’re eventually going to eat them or invite them into their family circle). Between the friendly advice, first-hand wisdom, and hilarious stories, Living With Goats reassures readers that raising goats is a rewarding and sustainable endeavor well worth their while.
Download or read book Sheep Goat and Cervid Medicine E Book written by David G. Pugh and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW! Coverage of cervids has been added to chapters throughout the book, reflecting the growing popularity of deer and elk. NEW! Thorough content updates are made throughout the book and reflect the latest research evidence. NEW! 170 new clinical photos have been added. NEW! Anesthesia and Pain Management chapter includes a new section on pain management strategies, reflecting the emphasis on controlling pain in small ruminants. NEW! Expert Consult website offers an online version of the book, making it easy to search the entire book electronically. NEW! Two new authors are respected and well-known veterinary medicine experts and educators: Dr. Misty Edmondson and Dr. Thomas Passler.
Download or read book Raising Goats For Dummies written by Cheryl K. Smith and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-01-28 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to raise goats and start reaping the benefits of owning these fun and useful animals Raising goats is a major part of human life (and survival) around the world. The movement has increased in popularity in recent years as consumers embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, reject commercialism, move to organic food options, and raise concerns about industrial agriculture practices. Raising Goats For Dummies provides you with an introduction to all aspects of owning, caring for, and the day-to-day benefits of raising goats. Breaks down the complicated process of choosing and purchasing the right goat breed to meet your needs and getting facilities for your goat set up. Provides in-depth information on proper grooming, handling, feeding, and milking Covers the basics of goat health and nutrition Offers tips and advice for using your goat to produce milk, meat, fiber, and more You'll quickly understand what makes these useful and delightful creatures so popular and gain the knowledge and skills to properly care for and utilize their many offerings with help from Raising Goats For Dummies.
Download or read book The Health of Goats With Information on Diagnosis Treatment and General Care of Goats written by Various Authors and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authored by experts in the field, this classic manual on goat farming provides information on the practice of keeping a healthy goat livestock and their diagnosis, treatment and general care. Illustrated with photographs and diagrams throughout, it features a variety of information that is still of interest to the goat farmer, animal husbandry enthusiast, or livestock historian today. Contents include: Goat Farming – Ailments – Diseases – Health – Emergencies - Keeping Goats Healthy. We are republishing this rare and early work in a high quality, modern and affordable edition. It comes complete with a new introduction and features reproductions of the original artwork.
Download or read book Goat Health Care written by Cheryl K. Smith and published by . This book was released on 2019-02-02 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2nd, updated edition of Goat Health Care. This essential guide to keeping your goats healthy addresses understanding goats, routine care, pregnancy, kid care, health issues, medications, natural care, geriatric goat care, and end of life issues.
Download or read book When The Vet Is Away written by Frank Albert and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WHEN THE VET IS AWAY: A Comprehensive Goat Farming Health Handbook is a must-have resource for every goat farmer, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your goat-keeping journey. This comprehensive guide is your trusted companion when it comes to goat health and wellness. With an emphasis on preventive care, the book equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to keep your goats thriving even when the vet is not around. In these pages, you'll find a treasure trove of information on essential goat care, from vaccinations and deworming schedules to recognizing signs of illness and managing common health issues. The book takes you on a journey through the intricate world of goat anatomy, helping you identify potential health problems early. It's a roadmap to creating a balanced diet that promotes optimal health and guides you on maintaining healthy hooves, a crucial aspect of goat mobility. With expert advice and real-world insights, this handbook covers it all, from routine veterinary care to emergency situations. It's a goat farming guide, a veterinary care manual, and a preventive health resource, all rolled into one. Whether you're striving for a top-performing herd or simply want happy, healthy goats, WHEN THE VET IS AWAY is your trusted partner in achieving your goat farming dreams.
Download or read book SHEEP AND GOAT HANDBOOK written by FRANK H.. MILLER BAKER (MASON E.) and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dairy Goats Feeding and Nutrition written by Antonello Cannas and published by CABI. This book was released on 2008 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dairy goats have long been considered an important source of income for rural populations, providing the opportunity for profitable and sustainable diversity for small farms. Their importance is also increasing in intensive feeding systems and in large farms. They are highly adaptable due to their unique feeding habits and have become popular livestock animals in a range of environments, from temperate grasslands to subtropical, semi-arid and mountainous areas. Moreover, goat milk products are finding a growing acceptance in the world market and research has increased in feeding strategies for improved productivity and quality. Examining all aspects of dairy goat feeding and nutrition, this book represents a long awaited review of recent scientific research and updated techniques. Chapters discuss aspects such as the modelling and production of goat's milk as well as the estimation of nutrient requirements and food intake of goats.
Download or read book Goat as Pet written by Dr John Patric and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overview of the Care of Goats: A fulfilling and enlightening endeavor, goat husbandry can be enjoyed by both homesteaders and amateurs. These adaptable creatures are friendly, give essential resources like milk, meat, and fiber, and even help manage the land because of their grazing patterns. Prior to taking on goat ownership, nonetheless, it's critical to comprehend the duties and factors associated with taking care of these unusual animals. The Benefits of Owning Goats Goats are prized for their versatility and utility since ancient times. They have provided food, clothes, and company for people all around the planet since ancient times. Their popularity as pets and livestock is still growing today because of their amiable nature, little upkeep needs, and the many advantages they provide. Choosing Between a Pet and a Production Whether to keep goats primarily as pets or for production is one of the first decisions that prospective goat owners must make. Some people may want goats only for fun and company, while others may have specific objectives like producing milk, meat, or fiber. Knowing your goals will assist direct your choice of breed, administration techniques, and general goat care philosophy.
