Textbook of Rabbit Medicine

by Frances Harcourt-Brown

Although a lot has been written on the rabbit, much is anecdotal and aimed at the pet owner rather than the veterinarian. Textbook of Rabbit Medicine however, has been specifically written for the veterinary practitioner, using evidence-based material andproviding a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting pet rabbits. Basic husbandry, behaviour and nutrition are explained within the concept of health and disease. Essential information on biology and physiology is also provided. Unique illustrations based on original dissections offer an additional insight into this complex animal.Frances Harcourt-Brown is a veterinary surgeon with a specific interest in rabbits. She is widely recognised as an expert and has been acclaimed for her research - receiving several awards, including the BSAVAs Melton award for meritorious contribution to small animal practicefor her work on dental disease in pet rabbits. Textbook of Rabbit Medicine says all there is to say about the pet it is an essential purchase for every veterinary practitioner.With illustrations by Nigel Harcourt-Brown

* comprehensive, in-depth coverage of the health and disease of the domestic rabbit written by an acknowledged expert * Detailed and explicit line artwork provides a clear understanding of physiological processes * Colour plates illustrate common diseases and provide an additional reference source for diagnosis and treatment

Genres: Rabbits

424 pages, Hardcover

First published May 15, 2001

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Invaluable.