Present and Future Concepts
By Lyndy J. McGaw, Muna Ali Abdalla
1st Edition
The importance of a complementary approach to animal health is
highlighted in this book, with core themes encompassing reviews of
traditional veterinary medicine for common diseases afflicting
livestock, as well as local practices in different areas of the world.
The book includes chapters on ethnoveterinary medicine used to prevent
and treat ticks and tick-borne diseases, infectious diseases and
parasites. Ethnoveterinary practices in parts of the world which have
not been comprehensively reviewed before are highlighted, including
Estonia, Belarus and the Maghreb - the north-western tip of Africa. A
fascinating account of African ethnoveterinary medicine and traditional
husbandry practices is provided by a veteran in the field with a wealth
of practical experience in the area. Neglected areas of research involve
the relationship of ethnoveterinary medicine with environmental,
ethical, cultural and gender aspects, and leading experts explore these
issues.
The book is intended to provide an informative compilation of
current research and future prospects in ethnoveterinary medicine,
which hopes to inform and encourage investigations in new directions.
Sustainable development requires a concerted effort to combine
indigenous knowledge systems with scientific research to improve animal
health. This is the case not only in rural areas where access to
orthodox veterinary health care may be limited, but also against the
backdrop of antibiotic resistance and increased demand for alternative
and complementary therapies to enhance the health of both production and
companion animals. Students, academics and veterinary professionals
will find this book a useful addition to knowledge on present and future
aspects of ethnoveterinary research.
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