Simon J. Girling – författare

Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Pets is the definitive reference book on the principles and practice of nursing exotic species. From rabbits and chinchillas to budgies and iguanas, it not only covers husbandry, nutrition and handling, but provides an overview of diseases and treatments, and explores anatomy and chemical restraint. The redesigned layout and full colour artwork make it quicker and easier to find exactly what you’re looking for. New coverage for this revised and enlarged second edition includes: emergency and critical care, radiography, and small marsupials such as sugargliders. In addition to the thorough explanations of appropriate home-care which will enable you to confidently advise clients, the book now also covers the care of hospitalised exotics.Key features: Provides an understanding of the basics of diseases, husbandry, anatomy and physiology of exotic pets as outlined by the RCVS examinationsGives veterinary nurses the confidence to discuss exotic pets with clients by providing a solid knowledge base in these species.This book acts as a companion to the City and Guilds NVQ level 4 equivalent qualification 'Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Species'.Suitable for veterinary nurses, veterinary technicians and veterinary students.

Learn the principles and practice of veterinary nursing for exotic pets and wildlife The third edition of Veterinary Nursing of Exotic Pets and Wildlife is a revised and expanded update of the essential text for veterinary nurses caring for exotic pets and wildlife species. Organised into logical sections, the text covers the anatomy and physiology, housing, husbandry, handling, nutrition, diseases, therapeutics, diagnostic imaging, and critical care medicine of a wide variety of exotic species, as well as a an entirely new section on wildlife treatment and rehabilitation. From small mammals like rabbits and mice to avian species, reptiles, amphibians, and Eurasian wildlife species, the author includes everything you need to succeed as a veterinary nurse studying for the RCVS nursing syllabus, as well as postgraduate and advanced programs in Veterinary Nursing of Zoo, Exotics, and Wildlife species. Readers will find: Information on common exotic pet species, such as rabbits, rodents, African pygmy hedgehogs, lizards, snakes, tortoises and cage birdsAn entirely new section on wildlife species, including chemical restraints, therapeutics, and rehabilitationA focus on evidence-based care practice and the latest guidance for veterinary nursingAppendices, including nursing care plans for exotic pets and wildlife with filled out example casesVeterinary Nursing of Exotic Pets and Wildlife is essential reading for both students and practitioners, and the new edition remains the gold standard in the field of veterinary nursing.