Practical Lambing and Lamb Care: A Veterinary Guide - Couverture rigide

Eales, F.A.; Small, J.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0582210046 ISBN 13 : 9780582210042

Editeur : Blackwell Science Ltd, 1995

Synopsis

This revised and updated edition of lambing takes account of changes in techniques and advances in knowledge over the last decade. It contains a detailed accunt of various techniques used in the treatment and care of new born lambs and ewes. For this edition the text has been extended to include infectious abortion in ewes and problems in lambs up to weaning. There is also a new chapter on "Welfare at Lambing". There are guides to administration of drugs, artificial rearing and fostering practices. It is aimed at a professional readership - veterinary surgeons and practitioners, farmers, shepherds and animal health advisors. It should also be useful as a reference for students of agriculture and veterinary science.

A propos du livre

Revue de presse

"This book is a revised edition that provides practical guidance and information on aspects of lambing and lamb care. It covers the major diseases and problems seen in lambs and includes chapters on ewe health, including abortion issues, preventitive methods, lambing techniques and animal welfare issues. There is new information on zoonotic infections, the handling and storage of drugs, flock health plans and consideration for organic producsers.
This book would be of interest to animal producers, veterinarians and veterinary and agricultural students.
CAB Abstracts, 2005

"The inclusion of simple diagrams and clear instruction make this a useful reference for those caring for sheep as well as students."

"The book is easy to read, well laid out and would be a useful reference book for those caring for sheep."
Irish Veterinary Journal, 2005

"All sheep practices should have a copy and advise their sheep clients like–wise. If the information within this book were implemented on all sheep enterprises, the welfare of lambs would be significantly improved."
Veterinary Record, 2005

Quatrième de couverture

Millions of lambs and ewes die each year during the lambing season. The reasons behind this high level of perinatal mortality are not easily explained and problems that do arise may be difficult to predict. This fully revised new edition of Practical Lambing and Lamb Care attempts to unravel this complex subject by providing practical guidance and information on all aspects of lambing and lamb care. It covers the major diseases and problems in lambs, from poisoning to foot and mouth disease, and includes chapters on the health of the ewe (including abortion issues), preventative methods, lambing techniques and also considers animal welfare issues. A first aid manual for all sheep farmers and veterinary students, with essential information on improving lamb mortality and avoiding stress at lambing time New material on zoonotic infections, handling and storage of drugs, flock health plans, and considerations for organic producers Lots of colour photographs to aid in the diagnosis, treatment and management of disease

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Blackwell Science Ltd
• Date d'édition: 1995
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0582210046
• ISBN 13: 9780582210042
• Reliure: Relié
• Illustrateur: Pollock D.M.
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible