Comparative and Veterinary Pharmacology (Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology)

CONTENTS:

Part I Topics in Veterinary Pharmacology
Introduction
Species Differences in Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Comparative and Veterinary Pharmacogenomics 

Drug Delivery Systems in Domestic Animal Species 
Population Medicine and Control of Epidemics
Interspecies Allometric Scaling 

Pain and Analgesia in Domestic Animals 

New Technologies for Application to Veterinary Therapeutics 

Part II The Interface of Veterinary Pharmacology and Man

Genetically Modified Animals and Pharmacological Research

Antimicrobial Drug Resistance

Drug Residues

Veterinary Medicines and the Environment

Veterinary Medicines and Competition Animals: The Question

Index

 

Biology - Introduction To Molecular Genetics And Geonomics

Introduction to molecular genetics is basics of any molecular study. This books will help you to build basic concept of molecular genetics. I suggest you to read this book prior to go any class of molecular studies.

 

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Equine Nutrition and Feeding 3rd Edition David Frape

Dear Users,
We giving book review by a lecturer of Equine studies at Moulton College

This book provides a valuable source of information for all aspects of equine feeding and nutrition. An indispensable guide for all higher education equine students. A very informative reference book that discusses up to date research and contains detailed and well laid out figures and tables and a useful list of abbreviations. Self-test questions at the end of chapters allow the reader to check their understanding and knowledge. Comprehensive reference lists throughout allows for further reading and study.

The level of information contained in several chapters may put readers off as some aspects are very detailed. The self-test questions could have model answers as this would allow learners to test their knowledge and help them improve exam technique. This is however a must-have book for higher education equine students. A wealth of information is contained and is essential for developing subject knowledge and understanding of equine nutrition.

Cassie White
Equine lecturer, Moulton College (With Thanks National Equine Students)

Foreword.

CONTENTS:
Introduction to the Third Edition.

Acknowledgements.

List of Abbreviations.

1 The Digestive System.

2 Utilization of the Products of Dietary Energy and Protein.

3 The Roles of Major Minerals and Trace Elements.

4 Vitamin and Water Requirements.

5 Ingredients of Horse Feeds.

6 Estimating Nutrient Requirements.

7 Feeding the Breeding Mare, Foal and Stallion.

8 Growth.

9 Feeding for Performance and the Metabolism of Nutrients During Exercise.

10 Grassland and Pasture Management.

11 Pests and Ailments Related to Grazing Area, Diet and Housing.

12 Laboratory Methods for Assessing Nutritional Status and Some Dietary Options.

Appendix A Example Calculation of Dietary Composition Required for a 400 kg Mare in the Fourth Month of Lactation.

Appendix B Common Dietary Errors in Studs and Racing Stables.

Appendix C Chemical Composition of Feedstuffs Used for Horses.

Appendix D Estimates of Base Excess of a Diet and of Blood Plasma.

Glossary.

References and Bibliography

Conclusion.

Index.

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Self-Assessment Colour Review of Equine Orthopaedics and Rheumatology (Self-Assessment Color Reviews)

Dear Users,

This excellent photographic illustrated book is written by  Stephen A. May and C. Wayne McIlwraith. Deals with wide range of orthopaedic and rheumatological problems that comes in equine veterinary practice. This book will also help a lot to professionals in practice as well as veterinary and equine students.

This sentence is enough to give tribute:

"Packed with case material...from common to rare. Readers are certain to improve their diagnostic approach."--The Veterinary Record 

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Equine Behavior A Guide for Veterinarians and Equine Scientists

Dear Users,
This classic text is written by Paul McGreevy. Beautifully showed with more than 500 pictures and line diagrams this book is an essential resource for practising veterinary doctors, students and equinr lovers with a specific interest in horses, ponies and donkeys. Professional trainers and handlers, equine scientists and behaviour therapists will also find its contents invaluable.
CONTENTS: 

CHAPTER ONE
Evolution and classification 1
Evolutionary background 1
Classification of equids 2
Changing roles 4
Domestication 4
Current status 7
The horse’s future 11
Stable management 13
Traditional stable management 13
Modern stable management 13
Management practices 14
Behavior 16
Normal behavior in stabled horses 16
Abnormal behavior in stabled horses 21
Stereotypic behaviors 23
Introduction to evaluating behavior problems 28
References 31

CHAPTER TWO
Vision 37
Acuity 38
Depth perception 42
Stimulus visibility 42
Accommodation 43
Color vision 44
Foal vision 45
Problems with vision 46
Chemoreception 46
Smell 46
Taste 48
Hearing 49
Touch 50
Summary of key points 51
Case study 51
References 53

CHAPTER THREE
Introduction 55
Fundamentals of functional and behavioral
neuroanatomy 56
Major components of the central nervous
system 56
Forebrain 58
Brainstem 60
Cerebellum 61
Spinal cord 61
Behavioral neuroanatomy 62
The cerebrum 62
Evolutionary brain divisions 63
The limbic system 63
Memory 64
Neurophysiology and neurochemistry 65
Electrophysiology 65
Neurotransmitters 65
Equine psychopharmacologic agents 69
The neurological examination 72
Behavior and mental status 72
Cranial nerves 73
Gait and postural reactions 75
Neurological diseases with behavioral
signs 75
Hydrocephalus 75
Infectious diseases 76
Metabolic disorders 78
Leukoencephalomalacia 79
Epilepsy 79
Narcolepsy 80
Headshaking 80
Summary of key points 81
Case studies 82

CHAPTER FOUR

Learning theory 85

The definition of learning 85

Intelligence 86

Imprinting and socialization 87

Non-associative learning 90

Habituation 90

Sensitization 92

Associative learning 92

Classical conditioning 93

Operant conditioning 94

Training and behavior modification 95

Reinforcers and punishments 96

Using reinforcers 97

Reinforcement schedules 98

Shaping behavior 99

Clicker training 100

Contiguity 101

Punishment 102

Contingency 103

Generalization and discrimination 103

Extinction 105

Memory 105

Additional topics in equine learning 107

Learning sets 107

Insight versus simple learning 107

Maze tests 109

Social learning 110

Error-free learning 111

Influences on learning 111

Breed differences in normal behavior 111

Temperament 112

Breed differences in abnormal behaviors 113

Summary of key points 113

Case study 114

References 116

CHAPTER FIVE

Social organization 119

Groups of horses 120

Group size and home ranges 123

Social hierarchy 124

The effect of rank on behavior 126

Measuring rank 128

Pair bonds 129

Dispersal 131

Agonistic behavior 131

Responses to potential danger 131

Aggression 133

Submission 137

Homing 138

Social organization in donkeys 138

Applying the data from free-ranging horses to

domestic contexts 139

Social behavior problems 143

Mal-imprinting and over-bonding 143

Aggression to humans 144

Voluntary isolation 145

Weaving and box-walking 145

Timing 145

Risk factors 145

Physical prevention 146

Managing locomotor stereotypies 146

Summary of key points 147

References 147

CHAPTER SIX

Body language 151

Ritualized displays between stallions 157

Sounds 158

Recognition of sounds 160

Tactile communication 160

Communication by odors 161

Marking strategies 162

Donkey communication 162

Summary of key points 162

References 162

CHAPTER SEVEN

Fetal movements 165

Infant growth and movements 166

Adult kinetics 169

Sidedness and symmetry 169

Lateral flexion 170

Simple turns and pirouettes 170

Gaits 171

Walk 172

Flat and running walks 174

Diagonal and lateral walks 174

Trot 174

Pace 176

Stepping pace 176

Rack 176

Passage and Piaffe 176

Canter and gallop 178

Airs above the ground 180

Other locomotory maneuvers 180

Jumping 180

Bucking 182

Rearing 182

Swimming 182

Influences on locomotion 183

The effect of conditioning 183

The effect of the rider 183

Responses to the whip 184

Responses to confinement and refusal

to load 184

The effect of warming up 185

Summary of key points 186

References 186

CHAPTER EIGHT

The transition from milk to solids 189

Food selection and rejection 191

Grazing 192

Taste tests 193

Natural influences on food intake 194

Social factors 194

Lactation and seasons 194

Time-budgeting 194

Human influences on food intake 195

Timing and content 195

Variety 197

Behavior associated with ingestion 197

The relationship between nutrition and

behavior 198

Dysphagia 199

Anorexia and hypophagia 199

Hyperphagia 200

Wood-chewing and bed-eating 200

Coprophagy 201

Geophagia 201

Oral stereotypies 201

Drinking 206

Summary of key points 208

Case study 209

References 209

CHAPTER NINE

Development of eliminative responses 217

Defecation 218

Urination 220

Summary of key points 221

References 221

CHAPTER TEN

Grooming 223

Mutual grooming 223

Self-grooming 224

Pest avoidance 227

Behavioral thermoregulation 228

Rest and sleep 228

Drowsing 229

Sleep 229

Play 234

Locomotory play 235

Interactive play 235

Manipulative play 238

Behavioral anomalies in maintenance

behavior 238

Unmanageable play 238

Refusal to lie down 239

Inappropriate responses to being groomed 239

Summary of key points 241

Case study 241

References 241

CHAPTER ELEVEN 

Free-ranging harem-maintenance

behavior 245

Development and maintenance of sexual

behavior in free-ranging stallions 246

Free-ranging matings 249

Seasonality 251

Traditional stallion management 252

Factors affecting sexual responses in

the stallion 253

Individual preferences 253

Visual stimuli 253

Olfactory stimuli 253

Learning 254

Pharmaceuticals 255

Castration 255

Masturbation 256

Sexual behavior of male donkeys 257

Behavior problems in the stallion 258

Failure in reproductive behavior 258

Aggression and other handling problems 259

Self-mutilation 260

Summary of key points 261

Case study 261

References 262

CHAPTER TWELVE

Sexual maturation 265

Reproductive cycles 266

Artificial influences on the breeding

season 269

Foal heats 270

Silent heats 270

Split heats 270

Anestrus 271

The influence of hormones and exogenous

factors on reproductive behavior 271

Pregnancy 271

Foaling 272

Maternal–infant interactions 274

The maternal–infant bond 274

Fostering 276

Suckling 277

Other maternal behaviors 279

Weaning 279

Management practices prior to weaning 279

Management practices at weaning 280

Weaning methods 281

Sexual behavior in female donkeys 282

Maternal behavior in female donkeys 282

Reproductive behavior problems in

the mare 283

Foal rejection 283

Nymphomania 284

Mounting 284

Aggression in mares 285

Summary of key points 285

Case study 285

References 286

CHAPTER THIRTEEN

Background 291

What can be learned? 291

Horses for courses 292

Traditional dogma 292

Shifting the mindset 293

Welfare and wastage 294

Horse whisperers 296

The problems with contemporary training 297

Equine mentality 297

Hard-wiring and habits 298

Ineffective rewards 299

Conflict behaviors – the manifestation of

problems 299

Conflict 299

The potential contradiction of contact 301

The solutions 302

The science of training 302

Foundation training under-saddle 304

Foundation training in-hand 305

Refinement under-saddle and in-hand 307

Resolution 307

Summary of key points 309

Case study 309

References 311

CHAPTER FOURTEEN

The principles of good handling 313

Donkey handling 315

Approaching the horse 315

Restraint 316

Equipment for restraint 317

Restraint of the head 320

Restraint of forelimbs 321

Restraint of hindlimbs 321

Donkey restraint 322

Chemical restraint 323

Transportation of horses 323

Orientation 324

Head position 325

Preventing dehydration 326

Restraint of horses during air transit 326

Transport of horses for slaughter 327

Summary of key points 327

References 327

CHAPTER FIFTEEN

Introduction 331

Mechanical approaches 332

Behavior modification 333

Handling problems 334

Problems with the ridden horse 335

Inappropriate obstacle avoidance 335

Hyper-reactivity responses 337

Agonistic responses to conflict 338

Evidence of pain and irritation 338

Evidence of poor physical ability 339

Evidence of learned helplessness 340

Causes of unwelcome responses in the

ridden horse 340

Human causes of unwelcome behavioral

responses 340

Horse-related causes of unwelcome behavioral

responses 343

Summary of key points 344

Case study 344

References 345

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Color Atlas of Diseases and Disorders of Cattle 2nd Edition

Dear Users,

The Color Atlas of Diseases and Disorders of Cattle is the established and respected illustrated guide to the full range of conditions encountered in cattle worldwide. For this new edition the atlas has been redesigned to present over 840 colour illustrations and clearer than ever coverage of conditions, with a special emphasis on ease of use. The text has been updated and rewritten to encompass many new conditions including burns, 'bleeding calf syndrome', rib fracture and jejunal hemorrhagic syndrome, while treatment of existing conditions has been expanded.
This is a color atlas of all common diseases and disorders of cattle, if you are a large animal practitioner you should read this book must. Hope it will help you in daily routine examination of animals.

By Roger Blowey, BSc, BVSc, FRCVS, Wood Veterinary Group, Gloucester, UK and A. David Weaver, BSc, DrMedvet, PhD, FRCVS, Professor emeritus, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri, Columbia-MO, USA formerly University of Glasgow Veterinary School, Bearsden, Glasgow, UK

CONTENTS:
Foreword to the First Edition

Preface to the First Edition

Acknowledgments

1 Congenital disorders

2 Neonatal disorders

3 Integumentary disorders

4 Alimentary disorders

5 Respiratory disorders

6 Cardiovascular disorders

7 Locomotor disorders

- Lower limb and digit

- Upper limb and spine

8 Ocular disorders

9 Nervous disorders

10 Urinogenital disorders

- Urinary tract

- Male genital tract

- Female genital tract

11 Udder and teat disorders

12 Infectious diseases

13 Toxicological disorders

Appendix

Index

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Avian Gut Function in Health and Disease (Poultry Sci. Symposium Series, Volume. 28)

Dear Users,
Avian Gut Function in Health and Disease derived from the 28th Poultry Science Symposium of the World's Poultry Science Association (United Kingdom), this book focuses on the current interest of the phasing out of antibiotic use in poultry and covers in-depth interactions between the bird, its diet and potential pathogens. It also demonstrates
the understanding of the gut health in the 21st century of commercial poultry and flocks and the ultimate safety of poultry product in the human food chain. 

CONTENTS:

CONTRIBUTOR-Six

PREFACE-xiii

PART I Introduction-1

CHAPTER 1

History and Current Use of Feed Additives in the European-3

Union: Legislative and Practical Aspects

R.A.H.M. ten Doeschate and H. Raine

CHAPTER 2

Poultry Nutrition without Pronutrient Antibiotics-13

G.D. Rosen

PART II Gastrointestinal structure and functional development-27

CHAPTER 3

Early Development of Small Intestinal Function-29

Z. Uni

CHAPTER 4

Absorptive Function of the Small Intestine: Adaptations

Meeting Demand-43

M.A. Mitchell and M. Moretó

CHAPTER 5

Epithelial Structure and Function in the Hen Lower Intestine-65

G. Laverty, V.S. Elbrønd, S.S. Árnason and E. Skadhauge

CHAPTER 6

Immunological Development of the Avian Gut-85

R.K. Beal, C. Powers, T.F. Davison and A.L. Smith

PART IIIGastrointestinal flora-105

CHAPTER 7

Molecular Approaches to the Analysis of Gastrointestinal

Microbial Ecosystems-107

H.J. Flint, E.C.M. Leitch, S.H. Duncan, A.W. Walker, A.J. Patterson,

M.T. Rincon, K.P. Scott and P. Louis

CHAPTER 8

Microbes of the Chicken Gastrointestinal Tract-124

J. Apajalahti and A. Kettunen

CHAPTER 9

Mechanisms of Pathogen Control in the Avian Gastrointestinal Tract-138

A.M. Donoghue, M.B. Farnell, K. Cole and D.J. Donoghue

PART IVNutritional effects-157

CHAPTER 10

Effect of Non-starch Polysaccharidases on Avian Gastrointestinal Function-159

M.R. Bedford

CHAPTER 11

Effects of Amino Acid and Protein Supply on Nutrition and Health-171

M.T. Kidd and A. Corzo

CHAPTER 12

The Role of Feed Processing on Gastrointestinal Function

and Health in Poultry-183

B. Svihus

CHAPTER 13

Wet Litter: its Causes and Prevention and the Role of Nutrition-195

S.R. Collett

CHAPTER 14

Micronutrient Supply: Influence on Gut Health and Immunity-210

K.C. Klasing

PART VPathology-225

CHAPTER 15

Virally Induced Gastrointestinal Diseases of Chickens and Turkeys-227

J.S. Guy

CHAPTER 16

The Gastrointestinal Tract as a Port of Entry for Bacterial

Infections in Poultry-244

J.P. Christensen, M.S. Chadfield, J.E. Olsen and M. Bisgaard

CHAPTER 17

Parasite Genetics, Protection and Antigen Identification-259

D.P. Blake, M.W. Shirley and A.L. Smith

PART VIImmunological and pathogen control-273

CHAPTER 18

Developments and Pitfalls of Feed Acidification in Controlling

Gut Pathogens in Poultry, with Emphasis on Salmonella-275

F. van Immerseel, I. Gantois, L. Bohez, L. Timbermont,

F. Boyen, I. Hautefort, J.C.D. Hinton, F. Pasmans,

F. Haesebrouck and R. Ducatelle

CHAPTER 19

Competitive Exclusion in Poultry Production-294

C. Schneitz

CHAPTER 20

Campylobacters and their Bacteriophage in Poultry-311

P.L. Connerton and I.F. Connerton

CHAPTER 21

Breeding for Disease Resistance-322

S.C. Bishop

PART VIIMonitoring and practical experience-339

CHAPTER 22

The EU Perspective on the Monitoring of Zoonoses and

Zoonotic Agents-341

S. Idei

CHAPTER 23

Gut Problems: the Field Experience and What it Means to the Poultry Farmer-350

S.A. Lister

Poster abstracts-361

Index-409

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Viral Abortions in Cattle Slide

Dear Users
Cows can suffer abnormalities during pregnancy leading to mummification of the foetus or resulting from maternal or foetal abnormality. All cases where the pregnancy terminates early and the foetus is expulsed are called abortions. 

As there are multiple causes of abortion and the detection of abortions in a herd can vary significantly depending on the husbandry system and calving pattern, the incidence of abortion at herd level also varies markedly. It has been suggested that an abortion rate of 5% or more in a herd should be considered an indication of an abortion problem. 


There is slide for understanding Viral abortion by Morro. Enjoy

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Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management Secrets

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This Book presents an important new resource for veterinary doctors and students in this comprehensive, yet focused, coverage of one of the most important and fastest-emerging specialties in veterinary anesthesia and its secrets to minimize pain sensations. Before starting any surgery you must read this book once in your life, hopefully it will help you and give you a perfect skill.

This book is written by Stephen A. Greene DVM MS Diplomate ACVA, quot;Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management

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Bobwhite Quail Production and Management Guide

Dear Users,
There are some question before raising quails, How you can Begin Raising Healthy, Fertile, and Productive Quail no matter where you live andgenerate an income from your Hobby.
If you want to raise Quail the right way, instead of WASTING MONEY on Quail that die or don't lay eggs,you need to read this, BEFORE you start raising Quail....

You want to raise Quail correctly from the start,but you have a ton of questions....
How much it would cost to get started?
Do you have enough room for raising Quail?
What kind of equipment will you need to raise Quail?
How much room is required for a Quail breeding farm?
What type of Quail coops will work best for Quail farming?This Book will help all in this regard. Enjoy
CONTENTS:
Introduction
Breeding and Hatchery Management
Bird Management
Disease Prevention, sanitation and Biosecurity
Summery

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Current Therapy in Large Animal Theriogenology 2nd Edition

Dear Users,

Here is an essential resource for both students and practitioners, this comprehensive text provides practical, up-to-date information about normal reproduction and reproductive disorders in horses, cattle, small ruminants, swine, llamas, and other livestock. Featuring contributions from experts in the field, each section is devoted to a different large animal species and begins with a review of the clinically relevant aspects of the reproductive anatomy and physiology of both males and females. Key topics include the evaluation of breeding soundness, pregnancy diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment of infertility, abortion, obstetrics, surgery of the reproductive tract, care of neonates, and the latest reproductive technology.

CONTENTS:
Section I: Equine Theriogenology 
Section II: Bovine Theriogenology  

Section III: Caprine Theriogenology 
Section IV: Ovine Theriogenology 
Section V: Procine Theriogenology 
Section VI: Llama Theriogenology 
Section VII: Specialized Livestock Theriogenology 
INDEX

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Picture Book on Infectious Poultry Diseases

Dear User,

This "Picture book on infectious poultry diseases’’ is a collection of pictures of different but clinically similar diseases that could be mistaken on clinical appearance for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. It has been compiled as a tool for extension personnel involved in avian disease awareness work and poultry owners in detecting Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza should it occur the currently free southern African region. The book has been used also as a training tool during trainings of animal health and farmers courses in SADC countries.

CONTENTS: 

Acknowledgements - ii

Introduction  - 1

Anatomy of chicken - 2

Viral disease - 3-4

1. Avian Influenza

2. Fowl pox - 5

3. Infectious Bronchitis - 6-7

4. Gumboro - 8

5. Marek`s Disease - 9-11

6. New castle Disease - 12-13

Bacterial Disease - 14

1. Fowl Cholera - 14

2. Infectious Corzy - 15

Parasitic Disease - 16

1. Coccidiosis (Eimeria necatrix) - 17

1. Coccidiosis (Eimeria tenella) - 17

2. Heterakis - 18

3. Ascarades - 18

Acknowledgements:

ECTAD Southern Africa acknowledges the contribution of the

following;

• Dr. Jenica Lee, DVM from Ceva, Malaysia

• Dr. Vincent Turblin DVM from Ceva Asia-Pacific

• Paul Selleck, Research Scientist from Australian Animal Health

Laboratory.

• FAO ECTAD, Regional office for Asia and the Pacific

These partners have made available their pictures to the collection as

presented in this training booklet.

The financial contribution of USAID, SIDA and CIDA to the production

and printing costs of the booklet are gratefully acknowledged.

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Zoonotic Diseases Slides

Dear User,
Any disease or infection that is naturally transmissible from vertebrate animals to humans and vice-versa is classified as a zoonosis. Over 200 zoonoses have been described and they have been known for many centuries. They are caused by all types of agents: bacteria, parasites, fungi, viruses and unconventional agents.

Here we providing common zoonotic diseases, Download and comments on our effort.

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Parasitic Zoonoses Slides

Dear User, Parasitic zoonoses are diseases primarily of animals which are caused by parasites that can be transmitted to humans.

In animals, intestinal parasites can cause gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, diarrhea, blood loss, intestinal obstruction, weight loss, pot-bellied appearance, and general failure to thrive.

In people, zoonotic parasites cause a variety of conditions depending on the parasite, the route of infection, the person’s age and immune status, and the size of the infectious dose. The signs in humans range from sub-clinical (no noticeable problems) to blindness and death.

The most likely candidates for parasitic zoonosis are young children. It is because they are less careful about hygiene, are likely to put their hands in their mouths, commonly play in sand or dirt, are in very close contact with the pet, and may eat grass or soil contaminated with parasite eggs.

Immunocompromised adults are at increased risk for zoonotic disease while others are at increased risk because of high exposure due to occupation, e.g., veterinary workers, farm workers, animal breeders.

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