Overview
Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents, Fifth Edition is a practical reference in small mammal husbandry and health, encompassing the fields of laboratory animal medicine and pet practice. Part of ACLAM's series of laboratory animal books, this text offers concise but complete coverage on rabbits and the most common rodent species, with an emphasis on biology, clinical procedures, clinical signs, and diseases and conditions. By providing useful, accessible assessment and diagnostic information, Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents aids the practitioner in diagnosing and treating conditions in small mammals.
Full Product Details
Author: John E. Harkness (Professor Emeritus, College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University) ,
Patricia V. Turner (Associate Professor, Department of Pathobiology, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph) ,
Susan VandeWoude (Associate Professor, Comparative Medicine, and Director of Laboratory Animal Resources, Colorado State University) ,
Colette L. Wheler (Assistant Director, Animal Resources Centre and Adjunct Professor, Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Saskatchewan)
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Edition: 5th edition
Dimensions:
Width: 19.10cm
, Height: 2.50cm
, Length: 24.60cm
Weight: 1.116kg
ISBN: 9780813815312
ISBN 10: 0813815312
Pages: 480
Publication Date: 19 January 2010
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Replaced By: 9781119290476
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
The fifth updated edition of l Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents is a 'must' for any library strong in small mammal husbandry and health. From lab animal medicine and pet practice to diagnosis, case studies, and clinical assessments of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and more, this reference is a key 'must' for practicing clinicians and vet students alike. ( The Mid West Book Review , June 2010)
This continues to be a strong introductory text for those caring for rodents and rabbits. The organization of the text facilitates the rapid development of differential diagnoses and performance of general biomethodology when caring for patients. ( JAALAS , July 2010) The fifth updated edition of l Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents is a 'must' for any library strong in small mammal husbandry and health. From lab animal medicine and pet practice to diagnosis, case studies, and clinical assessments of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and more, this reference is a key 'must' for practicing clinicians and vet students alike. ( The Mid West Book Review , June 2010)
Author Information
John E. Harkness, DVM, MS, DACLAM, is Professor Emeritus of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University. Patricia V. Turner, BSc, MS, DVM, DVSc, DACLAM, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathobiology, Ontario Veterinary College, at the University of Guelph. Susan VandeWoude, DVM, DACLAM, is Professor of Comparative Medicine and Director of Laboratory Animal Resources at Colorado State University. Colette Wheler, BSc, DVM, MVetSc, is Director of the Animal Resources Centre and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
