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iPathobiology of the Aging Dog /iis an extension of the International Life Sciences Institute's series on the Pathobiology of Aging Laboratory Animals. This set is comprised of two volumes with 27 chapters in the first volume and 24 in the second.ppThe book takes an organ system approach to investigating age-associated changes that influence the interpretation of pathologic findings in this species. The authors, internationally recognized experts from universities, industry, and other research centers, examine naturally occurring and artifically induced neoplastic and nonneoplastic lesions that are observed during aging.Volume 1: General aspects; Respiratory system; Hemopoietic system; Digestive system; Endocrine system; Reproductive system; Volume 2: Nervous system; Special senses (ear, eye); Cardiovascular system; Urinary system ; Integument and mammary gland; musculoskeletal system.Two-volume set.pPathobiology of the Aging Dog is an extension of the International Life Sciences Institute's series on the Pathobiology of Aging Laboratory Animals. This set is comprised of two volumes with 27 chapters in the first volume and 24 in the second.pThe book takes an organ system approach to investigating age-associated changes that influence the interpretation of pathologic findings in this species. The authors, internationally recognized experts from universities, industry, and other research centers, examine naturally occurring and artifically induced neoplastic and nonneoplastic lesions that are observed during aging.

Diagnosis is often the most challenging part of dermatology. Diagnostic dermatology melds both clinical and histopathologic diagnosis by correlating the clinical and microscopic features of skin disease. This book is a heavily illustrated comprehensive overview of clinical dermatology and dermatopathology that will provide the reader with the tools to accurately diagnose skin disease in the dog and cat.brpThe book will prove an indispensable reference for veterinary dermatologists, diagnostic pathologists, and small animal practitioners who seek to improve their skill in diagnostic dermatology. brulbrliCompletely revised second edition, with many new disease descriptions/li/ulbrulbrliNow with colour clinical photographs illustrating all of the non-neoplastic skin diseases (previous edition had black and white photographs only)/li/ulbrulbrliWritten by internationally renowned experts, it provides a comprehensive overview of clinical dermatology and dermatopathology for all those interested in skin diseases of dogs and cats. /li/ulSECTION ONE: INFLAMMATORY, DYSPLASTIC AND DEGENERATIVE DISEASES. PART I DISEASES OF THE EPIDERMIS: 1 Pustular Diseases of the Epidermis; 2 Bullous and Acantholytic Diseases of the Epidermis and the Dermal-Epidermal Junction; 3 Interface Diseases of the Dermal-Epidermal Junction; 4 Necrotizing Diseases of the Epidermis; 5 Spongiotic and Vesicular Diseases of the Epidermis; Ulcerative and Exudative Diseases of the Epidermis; Hyperplastic Diseases of the Epidermis; Diseases with Abnormal Cornification. PART II DISEASES OF THE DERMIS: 9 Perivascular Diseases of the Dermis; 10 Vascular Diseases of the Dermis; 11 Lichenoid Diseases of the Dermis; 12 Infectious Nodular and Diffuse Granulomatous and Pyrogranulomatous Diseases of the Dermis; 13 Noninfectious Nodular and Diffuse Granulomatous and Pyrogranulomatous Diseases of the Dermis; 14 Nodular and Diffuse Diseases of the Dermis with Prominent Eosinophils, N@sÈ

This textbook is a clinical resource for the management of dogs and cats with respiratory tract disease. The only book of its kind on the subject, it is an essential resource for students and clinicians specializing in this area of treatment of dogs and cats. Main sections cover approaches to problems, diagnosis, pulmonary function testing, non-specific management of disease, and specific disorders of the respiratory tract.brbrULLIThe author is a recognized expert in respiratory medicine in small animals, joined by 60 of the top people in this field./LILIRespiratory tract diagnostics is thoroughly covered, with descriptions of pathophysiology and state-of-the-art tools for diagnosis and management of respiratory tract disorders./LILIA general discussion of the approach to problems in the field includes upper airway obstruction, panting, acute and chronic cough, nasal discharge, sneezing, and cyanosis in cats and dogs./LILIPulmonary function testing is discussed, including blood gas analysis, carbon dioxide monitoring, and pulse oximetry./LILINon-specific management of respiratory disease is covered, with information on pharmacology and fluid therapy./LILIThe final and largest section of the text details the specific disorders of the respiratory tract with a summary of diagnosis and treatment./LI/ULBPart 1: Approach to problems in respiratory medicine/Bbrbr1.Respiratory distress and cyanosis in dogs (including chest tube placement) brbr2.Respiratory distress and cyanosis in catsbr br3.Nasal discharge, sneezing and reverse sneezingbrbr4.Epistaxisbrbr5.Upper airway obstruction, stertor and stridor (including tracheostomy) brbr6.Acute and chronic coughbrbr7.Pantingbrbr8.Pleural effusionbrbr9.Hypoventilationbrbr10.Respiratory muscle fatigue and failurebrbr11.Physical examination of the respiratory tractbrbr12.Imaging the respiratory tract (radiology, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, C@YÌÌÌÌÍ ¾Ûˆ

The book provides details on carbohydrates, fiber, dietary fats and fatty acids, energy, protein and amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, while also reviewing the importance of adequate amounts of water. Specifically, it includes: - Updated estimates of requirements for all nutrients.- Factors affecting food intake.- Commentary on nutrient metabolism, toxicity, deficiency, and nutritionally related disease.- Impacts of physiologic status, temperature, breed, age, physical activity, and environment on nutrition.- Unique biological characteristics affecting nutrient digestion and utilization.- Considerations of feed ingredients, diet formulation, and feed processing and manufacturing.- Principles of feeding pet and laboratory animals. The committee also reviews advances in dog and cat nutrition since the last edition was published in the mid-1980's, discusses government regulation of the dog and cat food market, and deals with a variety of issues of interest.

Growing numbers of pet owners are giving their pets dietary supplements in hopes of supporting their health. Many people presume that supplements are safer than drugs, but the reality is that there are very limited safety data on dietary supplements for pets. Many challenges stand in the way of determining whether animal dietary supplements are safe and at what dosage. Supplements considered safe in humans and other species are not always safe in horses, dogs, and cats. An improved adverse event reporting system is badly needed. Also, regulations dealing with animal dietary supplements are in disarray. Clear and precise regulations are needed to allow only safe dietary supplements on the market. This book examines issues in determining safety of animal dietary supplements in general, and the safety of three animal dietary supplements; lutein, evening primrose oil, and garlic, in particular.

The diversity of moods, angles, and startling configurations which populate the images of Japanese photographer Daido Moriyama (b. 1938) are testament to thirty-five years at the forefront of his medium. As the catalog of Moriyama's retrospective at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, this book provides a crucial overview of an artist whose pioneering work prefigures much current cutting-edge photography. Originally trained as a designer, Moriyama saw William Klein's book New York and a catalogue of photographs by Andy Warhol early in his career. From Klein and Warhol he learned to appreciate the harsh contrast and coarse half-tone effects of cheap publishing, raised to a positive aesthetic level. Other influences included writer Jack Kerouac, the inspiration for a seminal series of photos he took travelling the highways near Tokyo. He was also connected to dramatist Shuji Terayama, the Artaud of Japan, whose use of vaudevillian concepts parallels Moriyama's fascination with society's underworld.

This concise, informative book is still the only one of its kind, and remains an indispensable resource for veterinarians and veterinary students worldwide. It is a unique combination of state-of-the-art information from previous editions and new information from the latest developments in clinical veterinary medicine. Each topic is described in a succinct manner so that the text can serve as a quick reference resource of dogs and cats from birth to six months of age, whether healthy or afflicted with a congenital or acquired illness.The Physical Examination and Diagnostic. Radiology/ Ultrasonography. Behavior Development and Behavioral Disorders. Drug and Blood Component Therapy. Fading Puppies and Kittens: Diagnosis and Management. Sepsis in Puppies and Kittens. The Preventive Health Program. TheRespiratory System. The Cardiovascular System. Dental Disease and Care. The Digestive System. The Liver and Pancreas. The Skin. The Ear. The Eye. The Hematopoietic System, Lymph Nodes, And Spleen. Endocrine and Metabolic Systems. The Urinary System. The Musculoskeletal System. The Nervous System. The Reproductive System. Nutrition and Nutritional Disorders. Toxicology. Environmental Injuries. Anesthesia and Surgical Considerations. Appendices.

Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul spoke directly to the hearts of all readers whose lives have ever been changed by the love of a pet. Now the coauthors bring readers this volume, honoring the unique and enduring love that people share with their cats and dogs. Like its predecessor, this book is a joyous and inspiring collection-- sometimes poignant, sometimes amusing, always filled with the special and incredibly unconditional love only cats and dogs can give. The stories in this collection celebrate those lovable furry, four-legged creatures that bring out the best in all of us, inspiring us to be happier, kinder, more understanding and more loving. Readers will discover that many of humanity's greatest heroes, healers and teachers are not humans at all, but those amazing cats and dogs that brighten all our lives.

Ear disease, particularly oritis external, is a common condition presented in veterinary practice and is not always obvious to the pet owner. Other vital conditions covered include otitis media, vestibula syndrome (or acquired conducive deafness) which, although less commonly seen in practice, can be devastating to the animal concerned. Key features include: brp-- Comprehensive, superbly illustrated coverage brp-- Practical approach to investigation, diagnosis, and management brp-- Complementary specialist skills of international author team brpAll three authors are actively involved in the diagnosis and management of ear disease, both in first opinion and referral practice. Between them, they encompass the three major disciplines necessary - dermatology, neurology, and surgery. Illustrated throughout with color photographs and fully referenced, this book will be of value to students and veterinarians.Ear disease, particularly oritis external, is a common condition presented in veterinary practice and is not always obvious to the pet owner. Other vital conditions covered include otitis media, vestibula syndrome (or acquired conducive deafness) which, although less commonly seen in practice, can be devastating to the animal concerned. Key features include: brp-- Comprehensive, superbly illustrated coverage brp-- Practical approach to investigation, diagnosis, and management brp-- Complementary specialist skills of international author team brpAll three authors are actively involved in the diagnosis and management of ear disease, both in first opinion and referral practice. Between them, they encompass the three major disciplines necessary - dermatology, neurology, and surgery. Illustrated throughout with color photographs and fully referenced, this book will be of value to students and veterinarians.

Poortvliet, artist/author of Gnomes fame, has filled the pages of this book -- all in color -- with exquisite paintings, skillful drawings, and expert advice.

buVeterinary Consult/u/bbrThe Veterinary Consult version of this title provides electronic access to the complete content of this book. Veterinary Consult allows you to electronically search your entire book, make notes, add highlights, and study more efficiently. Purchasing additional Veterinary Consult titles makes your learning experience even more powerful. All of the Veterinary Consult books will work together on your electronic bookshelf, so that you can search across your entire library of veterinary books. Veterinary Consult: It's the best way to learn!brbrbuBook Description/u/bbrLong-trusted and respected in the field, DIAGNOSTIC CYTOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY OF THE DOG AND CAT, 3rd Edition is a complete resource for developing and enriching the knowledge and skills needed for clinical laboratory diagnostics. Detailed illustrations and descriptions of cytologic and hematologic samples enable you to diagnose both common and uncommon diseases in dogs and cats. This concise source of microscopic evaluation techniques and interpretation guidelines for organ tissue, blood, and other body fluid specimens provides you with a basic understanding of sample collection and specimen preparation. Plus, helpful and easier-to-understand algorithms are generously distributed throughout the text, providing clear, easy-to-follow guidelines for diagnosis and treatment.brbrBook plus fully searchable electronic access to text.

A book that is provocative and informative, and profoundly civilizing.br-The New York TimesbrIn this wonderful book, the famous scientist and best-selling author, Konrad Lorenz, the man who talked with animals, enlightens and entertains us with his illustrated account of the unique relationship between humans and their pets.