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The concepts of veterinary genetics are crucial to understanding and controlling many diseases and disorders in animals.  They are also crucial to enhancing animal production. Accessible and clearly presented, Introduction to Veterinary Genetics provides a succinct introduction to the aspects of genetics relevant to animal diseases and production. Now in its third edition, this is the only introductory level textbook on genetics that has been written specifically for veterinary and animal science students.

Coverage includes: basic genetics, molecular biology, genomics, cytogenetics, immunogenetics, population genetics, quantitative genetics, biotechnology, and the use of molecular tools in the control of inherited disorders. 

This book describes in detail how genetics is being applied to artificial selection in animal production.   It also covers the conservation of genetic diversity in both domesticated and wild animals.

New for the Third Edition:

End-of-chapter summaries provide quick recaps. Covers new topics: epigenetics, genomics and bioinformatics. Thoroughly revised according to recent advances in genetics.

Introduction to Veterinary Genetics is still the only introductory genetics textbook for students of veterinary and animal science and will continue to be an indispensable reference tool for veterinary students and practitioners alike.

The essential textbook on genetics and genomics for veterinary and animal science Introduction to Veterinary Genetics, now in its fourth edition, provides students and practitioners with a solid grounding in genetics and genomics in the context of veterinary medicine and animal production. This edition incorporates revisions throughout, including advances in molecular technology and updated approaches to the diagnosis and control of inherited disease. Coverage spans basic genetics and genomics, population and quantitative genetics and genomics. A new chapter covers cancer genetics and genomics. Readers will also find: Updated material on molecular technology advances reflecting current methods used in veterinary genetic diagnostics and researchCoverage linking genetics and genomics concepts directly to animal production systemsDiscussion of parasites and pathogens from a genetic perspective, connecting host genetics to disease susceptibility and resistanceEnd-of-chapter summaries in every chapter designed to support structured revision and efficient exam preparationConsistent terminology and coherent progression across all topics in the textIntroduction to Veterinary Genetics serves veterinary students, animal science students, and practicing veterinarians who need a reliable reference on genetic and genomic principles. Whether used as a course textbook aligned with veterinary medicine curricula or as a practitioner's desk reference, this Fourth Edition provides the updated, authoritative coverage required for informed clinical and breeding decisions.

The concepts of veterinary genetics are crucial to understanding and controlling many diseases and disorders in animals.  They are also crucial to enhancing animal production. Accessible and clearly presented, Introduction to Veterinary Genetics provides a succinct introduction to the aspects of genetics relevant to animal diseases and production. Now in its third edition, this is the only introductory level textbook on genetics that has been written specifically for veterinary and animal science students. Coverage includes: basic genetics, molecular biology, genomics, cytogenetics, immunogenetics, population genetics, quantitative genetics, biotechnology, and the use of molecular tools in the control of inherited disorders. This book describes in detail how genetics is being applied to artificial selection in animal production.   It also covers the conservation of genetic diversity in both domesticated and wild animals.New for the Third Edition: End-of-chapter summaries provide quick recaps.Covers new topics: epigenetics, genomics and bioinformatics.Thoroughly revised according to recent advances in genetics.Introduction to Veterinary Genetics is still the only introductory genetics textbook for students of veterinary and animal science and will continue to be an indispensable reference tool for veterinary students and practitioners alike.