By Andrea Harvey, Séverine Tasker
1st Edition
This new addition to the BSAVA
Foundation Manual series servesto provide an easily accessible source of
practical advice on themanagement of common feline problems encountered
in first-opinionpractice. It begins with an introduction to important
generalissues in effective feline practice, including handling
techniques,principles of examination and how to ensure a
cat-friendlypractice. Gold-standard preventive healthcare guidelines
focusingon a life-stage approach and a discussion on therapeutics
includingantibiotic use, analgesia and anaesthesia follow. The main part
ofthe Manual comprises problem-oriented sections that focus on
theinvestigation and initial management of, first, emergencies andthen
other common presentations such as alopecia, polydipsia andseizures. The
final systems-based section gives more detailedinformation on the
management of the disorders commonly seen ingeneral practice.
The
Manual gives enough information for any vet to deal verycompetently
with commonly seen feline problems, also providingguidance on where to
go for further information if required. Whereappropriate, guidelines are
also given for when referral should beconsidered, and for situations
where financial limitations mayexist.
A unique feature of this
Manual are the many ‘QuickReference Guides’ (QRGs) provided throughout ,
which presentpractical techniques and treatments in easy-to-follow
step-by-stepguides, with clear colour photographs illustrating each
stepwhenever possible.
The international panel of authors were
carefully chosen fortheir practical expertise and passion in different
areas of felinepractice. The practical and easy-to-follow advice
provided in thisManual makes it essential reading for all new graduates
andfirst-opinion vets who see feline cases, as well as
veterinarystudents and veterinary nurses worldwide.
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