Animal Biology and Care

Animal Biology and Care

by SueDallas (Author)

Synopsis

Following the success of the first edition, this new edition has been expanded to include more information on small mammals, birds and fish. Intended as a foundation text for those on animal care, nurse auxiliary and veterinary care assistant courses, it introduces essential theoretical background information and clearly outlines the practical skills necessary when embarking on the care of any animal. * Designed specifically to meet the requirements of animal care, pre-veterinary nursing auxiliary and care students; * Provides basic training in animal biology and care, with particular attention given to those subjects that students find difficult to understand, such as anatomy and physiology; * New chapter additions on fish and birds. Clearly and simply laid out, with over 150 illustrations, Animal Biology and Care 2e will be invaluable to all those training or working in animal care.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 304
Edition: 2nd
Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
Published: 01 Jun 2006

ISBN 10: 1405137959
ISBN 13: 9781405137959

Media Reviews
A valuable resource for anyone involved in the training or handling of companion animals Canadian Veterinary Journal, 2007
Author Bio
Sue Dallas is a qualified veterinary nurse, and she has worked as a member of a nursing team in both veterinary school, veterinary practices in the UK and in North America. She has been teaching on both veterinary nursing and animal care courses for over 20 years. During that time she was involved in a number of educational and examination developments for both sectors. Over the years she has spoken at all the veterinary congresses in the UK and around the world. She has promoted nursing and care of animals through training and education. In the early 1990's she became involved in publishing as the editor of the Veterinary Nursing Journal (VNJ), the official journal of the British Veterinary Nursing Association followed by publication of text books for both veterinary nurses, auxiliaries and animal care.