Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff

by Lila Miller (Editor), Stephen Zawistowski (Editor)

The ASPCA National Shelter Outreach Program estimates there are 4000-6000 animal shelters in the United States. As the U.S. moves toward reducing the number of animals euthanized in its shelters, access to informed medical care and sound management procedures becomes increasingly critical.

Veterinary schools have recently begun offering courses in shelter medicine. This premier text, dedicated to the field of shelter medicine, is a welcome addition to veterinary literature. This text will prove helpful to veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and other veterinary health professionals seeking job opportunities outside of the traditional veterinary practice, research, and industry venues. Shelter professionals will also want this reference text in their library.

In addition to issues of epidemiology, Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff, also addresses issues like feral cat programs, basic sanitation, shelter design, cruelty investigations and euthanasia. This book is the first ever to involve principles of herd health management in companion animal species in shelters.

Genres: Nonfiction

546 pages, Paperback

First published May 28, 2004

Reviews

[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Don't let the title fool you - this book is about more than just animal shelters. This book has valuable information for anyone managing a group of animals (colonies, kennels, animal hospitals). An outstanding reference with pertinent information that may be harder to find in most veterinary books, such as facility design, protocol development, and cost saving measures that do not compromise quality of care. Well referenced and cited. Also has sections on husbandry and basic medical care of animals less commonly encountered in a clinic setting such as sugar gliders and wildlife. Conversational tone makes it a surprisingly painless read.