Comprehensive and up-to-date, this book makes a useful reference devoted to companion animals. It provides underpinning principles and time-tested practical information for those preparing for careers related to the health and quality of life of all creatures–with special emphasis on companion animals. Chapter topics include choosing a dog or cat; companion birds, reptiles, amphibians, rodents, ferrets, and lagomorphs; medical records and case histories; feeding and nutrition; care, management, and training of dogs and cats; fitting, grooming, and showing; companion animal health; kennel/cattery design and management; career opportunities associated with companion animals; and trends/future of companion animals and related functions.For pet food manufacturers, pet stores, pet owners, pet breeders, and veterinary medical groups.
What does pet-keeping tell us about ourselves and our relationships with people? Can pets be good for our health? Do they help promote empathy for other humans? These questions and more are explored in this book.
This book offers clear and scientifically-backed advice on meeting the unique needs of a wide variety of animal companions.
The articles in this volume address Human Animal Interaction (HAI) according to the elements that define quality of life: physical, mental, emotional, and social health; functional health; and general well-being.
Since companion animals are a significant part of American society, a substantial body of research has been developed to demonstrate how they play a significant role impacting the physical and...
In Just Like Family, Andrea Laurent-Simpson explores the expanding role of animals in what she calls “the multi-species family,” providing a window into a world where almost 95 percent of adults who share their homes with dogs and cats ...
Choosing and Keeping Our Companion Animals Healthy Radford G. Davis D.V.M., M.P.H.. palpate his abdomen, limbs, and lymph nodes. The skin and coat will be examined carefully, and vital signs such as weight, body temperature, ...
In this book, Nik Taylor and Heather Fraser consider how we might better understand human-animal companionship in the context of domestic violence.
This work offers 18 ground-breaking articles, written by an international group of philosophers, on companion animal ethics.
This book combines vital practical information for improving the shared lives of human and nonhuman animals; it also peers behind the curtain of important cutting-edge research in animal mind and sociality to give us a glimpse of what ...
This relevant work provides up-to-date information on emerging issues, disease incidence and risk, and management measures.