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Diseases of Swine

List of Contributors xi Editors' Note xxiii Acknowledgments xxv Section I Veterinary Practice 1 1 Evidence-based Practice of Swine Medicine 3 Evidence-based medicine, determining causation, impact of pig flow, synthesizing evidence for a diagnosis, conducting a field investigation, case management, 5 circles, client communication. 2 The Healthy Pig 29 Reference intervals, health pig parameters, reference population, swine health, physiologic parameters. 3 Behavior and Welfare 49 Definitions of welfare, normal vs abnormal behaviors, maternal behaviors, minimizing welfare impact of invasive procedures, feeding and drinking behaviors, human interactions, behavior responses due to disease, recognizing pain. 4 Effect of Genetics on Health 75 Genetic selection, heritability, resistance, phenotype, gene, trait. 5 Facilities and Environment 83 Effect of the environment on health, thermal conditions, air quality, disease transmission via ventilation, facility design for bioexclusion, filtration, technology for health monitoring. 6 Effect of Nutrition on Health 97 Nutrient requirements, body condition, energy requirements, vitamins, feeding programs, weaning transition, water quality, alternative feedstuffs, feedstuff processing, alternative feed programs. 7 Tools and Techniques of Practice 111 Common antemortem and postmortem sampling techniques including necropsy, cerebrospinal fluid collection, joint sampling, processing fluids, urine collection, feed sampling. 8 Overview of the Diagnostic Process, Diagnostic Tests, and Interpretation 129 How diagnostic tests are performed, advantages, and disadvantages; PCR testing considerations including quantitative interpretation; appropriate uses of genetic sequencing; sources of variation in test results, screening versus confirmatory tests, test cutoff values, appropriate applications of advanced sequencing technologies. 9 Infectious Disease Surveillance in Swine Populations 151 Designing a surveillance program, sample selection, assay selection, sampling strategies, using data to detect changes. 10 Biosecurity, Disease Control, and Elimination 169 Principles of biosecurity, outbreak investigation, hierarchy of control measures, specific interventions for farm exposures, disease elimination strategies, derivation of negative populations. 11 Anesthesia and Surgical Procedures in Swine 189 Catheterization techniques, IV fluid therapy, epidural injection, anesthetic drug combinations, and reversal agents; surgical procedures including castration, correction of prolapses, cystostomy procedures, cesarean section, fracture repair, tusk removal, abdominal and musculoskeletal procedures. 12 Drug Pharmacology and Treatment Management 215 Considerations for treatment, swine specific pharmacokinetics, residue avoidance, withdrawal management, establishing treatment regimens, impact of drug treatment on immunity, anti-inflammatory drugs, antimicrobial stewardship, drug toxicities, interpreting in vitro SIR interpretations, clinical parameters suggesting efficacy, pig treatment implications of antibiotic resistance. 13 Veterinarian, Consumer, and Public Health 239 Safety, foodborne illness, physical hazards, antimicrobial resistance, chemical hazards, agrotourism. Section II Body Systems 253 14 Cardiovascular and Hematopoietic Systems 255 Anatomy, pathophysiology, mulberry heart disease, anemia, shock, clinical pathology. 15 Digestive System 273 Interactions of microbiota, nutrition, immune system; anatomy, pathophysiology, gastric ulcers, hemorrhagic bowel syndrome, prolapses, hernias. 16 Immune System 303 Innate and adaptive immunity; cellular, humoral, mucosal and passive immune mechanisms, stress, nutrition, immunosuppression, vaccination; lactogenic immunity (humoral and CMI). 17 Integumentary System-Skin, Hoof, and Claw 329 Pathophysiology of skin, infectious conditions and non-infectious conditions; ear necrosis, porcine dermatopathy and nephropathy syndrome; pathophysiology of coronary band, foot and claw; traumatic and nutritional contributors to foot and claw lesions. 18 Mammary System 351 Structure and development, physiology of lactation, physiology of maternal immunity, pathophysiology of lactation dysfunction, mastitis, dysgalactia, risk factors. 19 Nervous and Locomotor System 375 Pathophysiology of nervous and musculoskeletal systems, muscle, bone, joint and eye; congenital abnormalities, splayleg, congenital tremor, myopathy, porcine stress syndrome, arthritis, metabolic bone disease, rickets, osteochondrosis. 20 Reproductive System 417 Control of estrus, pregnancy, and parturition; pregnancy diagnosis, dystocia, prolapse, discharge, male reproductive function and semen quality; laboratory investigation of abortion and reproductive failure. 21 Respiratory System 439 Anatomy, structure, function; nasopharynx (including tonsil) and commonly found common microbiota, pathophysiology. 22 Urinary System 457 Anatomy, structure, function; pathophysiology of infectious and noninfectious conditions. Section III Viral Diseases 479 23 Overview of Viruses 481 General characteristics of viruses, virus taxonomy, detection and characterization of viruses. 24 African Swine Fever Virus 499 African swine fever, African swine fever virus, viral hemorrhagic fever, domestic pigs, wild suids, pandemic, vaccine. 25 Astroviruses 513 Porcine astrovirus, mamastrovirus, swine, diarrhea, meningoencephalomyelitis, paralysis. 26 Caliciviruses 517 Vesicular exanthema of swine virus, porcine noroviruses, porcine sapoviruses, St-Valérien virus. 27 Circoviruses 527 Porcine circoviruses, PCV1, PCV2, PCV3, PCV4, postweaning, reproductive, porcine dermatitis and nephropathy syndrome, PCV2 vaccines. 28 Coronaviruses 547 Transmissible gastroenteritis virus, porcine respiratory coronavirus, porcine hemagglutinating encephalomyelitis virus, porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, porcine deltacoronavirus, swine acute diarrhea syndrome coronavirus. 29 Filoviruses 589 Orthoebolavirus, Reston virus (RESTV), Ebola virus (EBOV). 30 Japanese Encephalitis Virus and Other Orthoflaviviruses 597 Japanese encephalitis virus, Murray Valley encephalitis virus, West Nile virus, others. 31 Herpesviruses 615 Pseudorabies virus (suid alphaherpesvirus 1, Aujeszky's disease virus), porcine cytomegalovirus (suid betaherpesvirus 2), porcine lymphotropic herpesviruses 1-3 (suid gammaherpesviruses 3-5), malignant catarrhal fever virus (ovine gammaherpesvirus 2). 32 Influenza Viruses 645 Influenza A virus, swine, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, vaccines. 33 Paramyxoviruses 665 La Piedad-Michoacan virus (blue eye paramyxovirus), Menangle virus, Nipah virus, porcine parainfluenza virus 1. 34 Parvoviruses 685 Porcine parvoviruses, porcine bocaviruses, canine parvovirus 2. 35 Pestiviruses 699 Classical swine fever virus, Bungowannah virus, bovine viral diarrhea virus, Border disease virus, atypical porcine pestivirus. 36 Picornaviruses 723 Foot-and-mouth disease virus, swine vesicular disease virus, encephalomyocarditis virus, porcine teschovirus, Seneca Valley virus, porcine kobuvirus, porcine sapelovirus, porcine enterovirus G, swine pasiviruses, porcine tottorivirus, parechovirus A. 37 Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (Porcine Arteriviruses) 769 Betaarterivirus, PRRS, PRRSV, acute infection, persistent infection, reproductive disorder, respiratory disease, immune suppression, vaccination, CD163, genetic resistance and resilience. 38 Rotaviruses and Reoviruses 797 Porcine rotaviruses, rotavirus A, rotavirus B, rotavirus C, rotavirus H, porcine reoviruses, mammalian reoviruses. 39 Rhabdoviruses 813 Rabies virus, vesicular stomatitis viruses. 40 Swinepox Virus 823 Swinepox, swinepox virus, SWPV. 41 Miscellaneous Viral Infections 831 Porcine adenoviruses, anelloviruses, torque teno sus viruses, bunyaviruses, hepatitis E virus, porcine endogenous retroviruses, togaviruses, eastern equine encephalitis virus, getah virus, Sagiyama virus, Ross River virus, porcine torovirus. Section IV Bacterial Diseases 849 42 Overview of Bacteria and Microbiota 851 Characteristics of genera, disease mechanisms, table of bacterial diseases, issues in the development of bacterial disease (normal microbiota, biofilms, dysbacteriosis), and understanding microbial census data. 43 Actinobacillus spp. 857 Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae - pleuropneumonia; Actinobacillus suis - septicemia, pleuropneumonia; Actinobacillus equuli - septicemia. 44 Bordetella 879 Bordetella bronchiseptica - non-progressive atrophic rhinitis, bronchopneumonia. 45 Brachyspira spp. 891 Brachyspira hyodysenteriae, hampsonii, suanatina - swine dysentery, Brachyspira pilosicoli - intestinal (colonic) spirochetosis, Brachyspira intermedia, murdochii - occasional colitis. 46 Brucella 913 Brucella suis - infertility, abortion, perinatal mortality. 47 Clostridia 929 Clostridium perfringens type C - necrohemorrhagic enteritis, Clostridium perfringens type A - enteritis, Clostridioides difficile - necrotizing colitis, Clostridium septicum, perfringens type A, novyi, chauvoei - cellulitis and gas gangrene, Clostridiium tetani - tetanus, Clostridiium botulinum - botulism. 48 Erysipelothrix spp. 947 Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, tonsillarum - septicemia, arthritis, endocarditis. 49 Escherichia 957 Neonatal E. coli diarrhea, postweaning E. coli diarrhea infections and edema disease, E. coli causing fatal shock, systemic E. coli infections, coliform mastitis, nonspecific urinary tract infections. 50 Glaesserella 997 Glaesserella parasuis - fibrinous polyserositis and arthritis. 51 Lawsonia 1009 Lawsonia intracellularis - porcine proliferative enteropathy, proliferative hemorrhagic enteropathy. 52 Leptospira 1023 Leptospira spp. serovars Pomona, Kennewicki, Bratislava, Muenchen, Tarassovi, Canicola, Grippotyphosa, Hardjo, others - abortion and stillbirths. 53 Mycoplasmataceae 1035 Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae - pneumonia; Mycoplasma hyorhinis - polyserositis, arthritis; Mycoplasma hyosynoviae - arthritis; Mycoplasma (Eperythrozoon) suis - anemia; other mycoplasmas - mostly non-pathogenic. 54 Pasteurella 1057 Pasteurella multocida - progressive atrophic rhinitis, pneumonia, septicemia. 55 Salmonella 1073 Salmonella Choleraesuis var. kunzendorf - septicemia, enterocolitis; Salmonella Typhimurium, Heidelberg, Typhisuis - enterocolitis; Salmonella Dublin, Enteriditis - meningitis. 56 Staphylococcus spp. 1089 Staphylococcus hyicus - exudative epidermitis; Staphyloccocus aureus - skin infections, mastitis, others. 57 Streptococcus spp. 1097 Streptococcus suis - septicemia, meningitis, others; Streptococcus porcinus - cervical lymphadenitis; Streptococcus dysgalactiae subsp. equisimilis - arthritis; Other streptococci - various conditions. 58 Miscellaneous Bacterial Infections 1119 Actinobaculum (Eubacterium) suis - cystitis, pyelonephritis; Bacillus anthracis - anthrax; Burkholderia pseudomallei - melioidosis; Campylobacter spp. - subclinical shedding; Chlamydia spp. - enteritis, conjunctivitis, pneumonia, abortion, etc.; Enterococcus durans and hirae - diarrhea; Klebsiella pneumoniae - septicemia; Listeria monocytogenes - septicemia, encephalitis, abortion; Mycobacterium spp. - tuberculosis; Rhodococcus equi - granulomatous lymphadenitis; Treponema pedis - ear necrosis, other skin lesions; Trueperella spp. - abortion, abscesses, pyogenic sepsis; Yersinia spp. - enterocolitis. Section V Parasitic Diseases 1149 59 External Parasites 1151 Mange (Sarcoptes, Demodex), lice, fleas, mosquitoes, flies (myiasis), ticks. 60 Coccidia and Other Protozoa 1161 Coccidia (Cystoisospora, Eimeria), Toxoplasma, Sarcocystis, Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Balantidium coli, Entamoeba. 61 Internal Parasites: Helminths 1179 Nematodes - Gongylonema, Hyostrongylus, Strongyloides, Ascaris, Trichinella, Trichuris, Oesophagostomum, Metastrongylus, Paragonimus, Stephanurus and others; Cestodes - Echinococcus, Taenia, and others; parasiticides. Section VI Non-Infectious Diseases 1193 62 Nutrient Deficiencies and Excesses 1195 Factors contributing to nutritional diseases; nutrient deficiencies and excesses; clinical signs and diagnostic investigation process. 63 Mycotoxins in Grains and Feeds 1215 Aflatoxin, ochratoxin, citrinin, trichothecenes (T2 toxin, DON), zearalenone, and fumonisins. 64 Toxic Minerals, Chemicals, Plants, and Gases 1235 Minerals, feed additives, pesticides, toxic plants, gases; effects of water quality; toxic gases and ventilation failure. Index 1257

Ever since its establishment by USDA regulation in the mid-1980s, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) has evolved as the premier instrument of animal welfare oversight within research institutions in the United States. As biomedical research continuously grows, the role and impact of the IACUC has increased in scope and complexity. The IACUC Handbook has become an invaluable resource for individuals when the time comes for them to serve on their institution's IACUC. It provides a foundation for understanding and implementing the many and varied responsibilities of this committee.This fourth edition comprehensively addresses the significant changes in the pertinent regulatory environment and interpretation of applicable federal laws, regulations, and policies. It includes regulatory updates, as well as best practices, and new chapters on basic IACUC operations; animals used in agricultural research and teaching; invertebrates; pandemic and disaster planning; the Pacific Rim ethical review framework; operational communications and workflow; reduction of regulatory burden; and research reproducibility and role of the IACUC. It also adds new authors and editors widely respected in the field. An essential resource for IACUC members, university administrators and compliance personnel, laboratory animal veterinarians, and scientific investigators whose work involves animal research, this new edition ensures the book's continued acceptance as the standard reference in the field.Chapter 39 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons (CC-BY) 4.0 license.

The IACUC Handbook

Farm-poultry Doctor. Prevention and Cure of Poultry Diseases

Fully updated new edition of the state-of-the-art, image-driven reference on surgical reconstruction and wound management in dogs and cats Taking a visual approach to the topic with detailed line drawings and high-quality clinical photographs to demonstrate the techniques described, Atlas of Small Animal Wound Management and Reconstructive Surgery provides detailed step-by-step procedures for surgical reconstruction and key information on wound management in dogs and cats. The Atlas covers all body regions, including the face, ears, mouth, eyelids, nose, trunk, external genitalia, and feet. The Fifth Edition has been thoroughly revised to include new techniques, updated information, and references. Over 30 new technique plates have been added and the atlas now includes over 200 colored plates and illustrations. There is a dramatic increase in photographic case series supporting the illustrations. Written by an accomplished veterinary surgeon based on the author's years of research and clinical experience, Atlas of Small Animal Wound Management and Reconstructive Surgery includes detailed information on: <ul><li>Anatomy of the skin, principles of wound healing and wound management, topical wound care products, management of common complications, and bandages, dressings, external splints, and protective devices</li><li>Wound drainage techniques, negative pressure wound therapy, and management of specific wounds including bites, thermal, frostbite, gunshot/arrow wounds, pressure ulcers, hygromas, snake/spider bites, and porcupine quills</li><li>Tension relieving techniques, skin stretching techniques, tissue expanders, local and distant skin flaps, axial pattern skin flaps, skin grafting techniques, and surgical dermatome</li><li>Facial, nasal, eyelid, and oral reconstructive surgery, including cleft lip and cleft palate repair, muscle flaps and myocutaneous flaps, pinnal reconstruction, and aural hematoma management</li><li>Foot pad reconstruction, reconstructive surgery of the prepuce and vulva, techniques for fecal incontinence and atresia ani, use of the omentum, and a supplemental reconstructive surgery case series</li></ul> The Fifth Edition of Atlas of Small Animal Wound Management and Reconstructive Surgery is a practical, complete, and state-of-the art reference for veterinary surgeons, surgical oncologists, residents, interns, and small animal practitioners to help them effectively manage wounds and reconstruct the variety of soft tissue defects encountered in dogs and cats.

Atlas of Small Animal Wound Management and Reconstructive Surgery

From radiology and anesthesia to patient needs and client education, Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach, Fourth Edition covers everything you need to know about animal dentistry! This handy full-color guide is great for practitioners who are new to veterinary dentistry and for those who want to learn more about the underlying theories of the practice. The first section of the book presents dental procedures, with chapters on oral examinations, instruments, safety, and ergonomics, followed by coverage of more difficult areas such as endodontics, exodontics, and periodontics. The book concludes with a chapter on marketing veterinary dentistry and proper responses to commonly asked client questions. With its comprehensive coverage and team approach, this text is the ideal resource for helping both veterinary technology and veterinary medicine students quickly master the art of animal dentistry. NEW and UPDATED! Art and illustrations clarify concepts and show examples of equipment and proceduresUPDATED! Content highlights important technologic and professional updates to the field of veterinary dentistry, such as updates on disease processes and applicable new procedural techniques and equipmentUPDATED! Current terminology, based on the American Veterinary Dental College Nomenclature Committee, helps you master the proper language and improve office communicationCoverage of the essential dentistry-related tasks in the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)'s Manual of Accreditation for Veterinary Technology Programs enables faculty to evaluate your proficiency related to the essential tasksClear, abundantly illustrated procedures provide a more detailed look at the skills you need to masterNEW! Chapter on medical communication helps you understand the impact it has on clinical successRadiography and imaging coverage strengthens your understanding of radiographic anatomy, positioning, and the technologies available

Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach

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The field of livestock production and management stands at the intersection of agricultural science, animal husbandry, and sustainable practices, making it a vital area of study for professionals seeking to enhance productivity while ensuring animal welfare and environmental sustainability. As global populations continue to rise, the demand for animal-derived products is expected to increase correspondingly. This book, "Livestock Production and Management," is designed to equip readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of modern livestock production. By integrating scientific principles with practical management strategies, this text addresses not only the economic implications of livestock operations but also the ethical considerations that increasingly influence consumer choices and regulatory frameworks. Through a comprehensive exploration of livestock management, readers will gain insights into critical areas such as animal nutrition, breeding practices, and health management. The text provides a detailed overview of contemporary techniques, including precision livestock farming and the application of technology in monitoring and improving animal welfare. Practical examples throughout the book illustrate the implementation of these concepts in real-world scenarios, enhancing the reader's understanding of how to apply theoretical knowledge to everyday challenges in livestock production. Additionally, tables and plots will be employed to present data on productivity metrics, health outcomes, and economic analyses, allowing readers to visualize trends and make informed decisions based on empirical evidence. The educational relevance of this book extends beyond the classroom, as it serves as a valuable resource for practitioners in the field. By focusing on governance awareness and biosecurity measures, readers will learn about the importance of safeguarding livestock health while maintaining operational efficiency. The text encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, essential for addressing the multifaceted challenges in livestock management, such as disease outbreaks, market fluctuations, and resource allocation. Projects included in the book will provide hands-on experience, allowing readers to engage with real-life scenarios and develop actionable strategies for their own operations. Ultimately, "Livestock Production and Management" aims to foster a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of livestock systems and their broader implications for food security, environmental sustainability, and economic viability. As readers progress through the chapters, they will emerge equipped not only with factual knowledge but also with the managerial clarity necessary to thrive in a dynamic industry. By emphasizing the integration of scientific research with practical applications, this book aspires to contribute to the professional development of future leaders in livestock production, ensuring they are well-prepared to make informed decisions that benefit both their enterprises and society as a whole.

Livestock Production and Management

Clinically focused, consistently and clearly illustrated throughout, and logically organized, Gray's Atlas of Anatomy, Fourth Edition, makes it easier for you to master the essential knowledge needed for success on exams, in dissection labs, and in medical and surgical practice. Ideal as both a stand-alone reference and as a companion resource to the popular Gray's Anatomy for Students, this updated atlas contains stunning illustrations that demonstrate the correlation of structures with clinical images and surface anatomy, presenting a vivid, visual depiction of clinical anatomy.<ul><li>Helps you identify the various anatomical structures of the body and better understand their relationships to each other with the visual guidance of nearly 1,000 exquisitely illustrated anatomical figures</li><li>Builds on your existing anatomy knowledge with structures presented from a superficial to deep orientation, representing a logical progression through the body</li><li>Depicts the clinical correlation between anatomical structures and surface landmarks with surface anatomy photographs (now depicting more diversity in skin tone) overlaid with anatomical drawings</li><li>Offers new and improved online content, including updated self-assessment questions and answers and 3D videos to aid understanding of key concepts and complex structures</li><li>Features more than 270 clinical images - including many new laparoscopic, radiologic, surgical, ophthalmoscopic, otoscopic, and other clinical views - placed adjacent to anatomic artwork for side-by-side comparison</li><li>Presents artwork consistent with that in Gray’s Anatomy for Students and offers further detail and valuable additional anatomical content, such as detailed "wiring" diagrams for pain referral, detailed muscle attachment tables, more osteology, cross-section correlations for each section, imaging sequences for the male and female pelvis, and more</li><li>Enhanced eBook version is included. The eBook allows you to access all the text, figures, and BONUS materials, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud</li></ul>

Gray's Atlas of Anatomy

Canine Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreatic Diseases

BSAVA - British Small Animal Veterinary Association

This new reviewed and updated Fifth edition of the best-selling BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology has been restructured to aid the reader in managing neurological cases from first presentation through to diagnosis and treatment. Not only are there clear images and illustrations to compliment the text, but there are also over 100 new videos available on the BSAVA library, showing various neurological cases. There are 5 new chapters with extensive information covering: <ul> <li>Acute myelopathies - the approach to commonly encountered acute myelopathies, including the key clinical signs, diagnostic tools, management approaches and prognoses associated with these conditions</li> <li>Chronic Myelopathies - the diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas that present with chronic spinal disease encountered in veterinary practice</li> <li>Emergency protocols - includes flowcharts for common emergencies, offering guidance with accurate localization, important differential diagnoses and immediate therapeutic interventions</li> <li>Neurotoxicology -general management of exogenous neurotoxicity and covering common toxins with reference to mechanism of action, clinical signs, treatment and prognosis</li> <li>Neuro-oncology - intracranial and centrally located tumours encountered in practice and their non-surgical and surgical approaches to treatment.</li> </ul> CONTENTS: The neurological examination; Clinical reasoning; Clinical pathology; Electrophysiology; Neuroimaging; Tissue biopsy; Genetic diseases; Emergency protocols; Seizures; Encephalopathies; Disorders of the eyes and vision; Vestibular syndrome; Abnormalities of the head and face; Movement disorders; Neck and back pain; Acute myelopathies; Chronic Myelopathies; Monoparesis or monoplegia; Generalized weakness, exercise intolerance, collapse; Tail, anal and bladder dysfunction; Neurotoxicology; Anaesthesia and analgesia; Principles of neurosurgery; Drug therapy for disease of the nervous system; Neuro-oncology; Rehabilitation of the neurological patient.

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology

Drawing on research into how dogs naturally rear their young, and how dogs have evolved to behave and spend their time, How to Raise a Puppy supports a new way of sharing our lives with our dogs.

Drawing on research into how dogs naturally rear their young, and how dogs have evolved to behave and spend their time, How to Raise a Puppy supports a new way of sharing our lives with our dogs.

A Dog-centric Approach

How to Raise a Puppy

The perfect gift for fans of All Creatures Great and Small, this is a charming collection of classic stories from James Herriot's much-loved books, with insights into his life and work from his children Rosie and Jim. With astute observations and boundless humour, country vet Herriot captures the spirit of the Yorkshire Dales and of rural communities on the cusp of change, before tractors and machines had taken over and modern medicines and antibiotics transformed veterinary work. Along the way a beloved cast of characters emerges, from the squabbling brothers Tristan and Siegfried to Herriot's hapless courtship and eventual family life with Helen Anderson. But it's the animals which are at the heart of Herriot's stories. Whether he's dodging a raging bull on a risky artificial insemination assignment, becoming pen pals with Tricki Woo the spoilt Pekingese pooch, or the inevitable trials and tribulations of lambing season, there's never a dull moment in Herriot's company. At times moving and often laugh-out-loud funny, The Wonderful World of James Herriot will delight fans old and new. 'I grew up reading James Herriot's books and I'm delighted that thirty years on, they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then' - Kate Humble, on the works of James Herriot

A celebration of James Herriot and his world, with favourite stories from his books and insights into his life and work.

A charming collection of classic stories

The Wonderful World of James Herriot

A Complete Guide to Profit, Science & Management

Commercial Poultry Farming

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Veterinary Forensic Sciences and Medicine covers all relevant aspects in a succinct, easy-to-read, comprehensive format intended to be taught in a single semester course, including the application of veterinary forensic medicine to cases. Most importantly, the book covers both the scientific and legal principles for veterinary f

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Diseases of Swine

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