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BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Passerine Birds
Edited by: John Chitty and Michael Lierz
At some stage most veterinary surgeons will be asked to treat one of these types of bird. This Manual provides in-depth coverage of the commonly-kept species and the problems seen in clinical practice. The Manual covers husbandry, medicine and surgery and includes a formulary and laboratory reference ranges. While concentrating on providing easy access to information, the Manual will also serve as an introductory text for those wishing to study the subject in greater depth.
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Contents
Introduction; Husbandry: Raptor husbandry and falconry techniques; Pigeon husbandry and racing management; Passerine bird husbandry and show management; General: Anatomy and physiology; Handling and transport; Examination, triage and hospitalization; Basic techniques; Clinical pathology and post-mortem examination; Anaesthesia and analgesia; Radiography; Ultrasonography and CT/MRI; Endoscopy, biopsy and endosurgery; Soft tissue surgery; Hard tissue surgery; Raptors: Disorders of the feet; Nutrition; Parasitic disease; Infectious diseases; Respiratory disease; Reproductive disease, incubation and artificial insemination; Paediatrics and behavioural development and disorders; Gastrointestinal tract disease; Feather and skin disease; Ophthalmology; Systemic and non-infectious disorders; Pigeons: Nutrition; The poor performance bird; Infectious diseases; Respiratory disease; Gastrointestinal tract disease; Systemic and non-infectious disorders; Passerine birds: Nutrition and disease; Approach to the individual sick bird; 'Going light'; Investigation of flock mortality/morbidity; Legal, zoonotic and ethical considerations; Appendices; Index.
Contributors
Tom Bailey, United Arab Emirates; Réne Becker, Germany; J.R. Best, UK; John Chitty, UK; John E. Cooper, Trinidad & Tobago; Bob Doneley, Australia; Gerry M. Dorrestein, The Netherlands; Kevin Eatwell, UK; Neil A. Forbes, UK; Jean-Michel Hatt, Switzerland; J. Jill Heatley, USA; Ruth Maria Hirschberg, Germany; Michael P. Jones, USA; Richard G. Jones, UK; Alistair M. Lawrie, UK; Michael Lierz, Germany; Christopher Lloyd, United Arab Emirates; Jemima Parry-Jones, UK; Michael Pees, Germany; Tom Pennycott, UK; Romain Pizzi, UK; Aidan Raftery, UK; Ron Rees Davies, UK; Peter W. Scott, UK; Michael Stanford, UK; Brian Stockdale, UK; David L. Williams, UK.
What they say
“…the chapters on diagnostic imaging and surgery are of particular merit, including the latest developments in technology and technique. Bumblefoot, the bête noire of avian veterinarians, is covered extensively, showing the latest techniques for bandaging and wound care. After reading this section practitioners should have a much more organised and positive approach to handling this condition…The Manual will appeal to a wide range of readers, from the less experienced practitioner wishing to gain more confidence in treating birds to the experienced practitioner, who will enjoy the chapters on advanced imaging and surgical techniques…” Australian Veterinary Journal
“…the Publisher, the Editors and the contributors should be congratulated for producing such a magnificent reference text book. The BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Passerine Birds is a master piece produced by experienced and highly qualified authorities and it should find its way to the library of every Veterinary Surgeon working with birds…” Falco
- Member price £54
- Price to non-members £85
