Veterinary Infectious Diseases: Identification and Treatment_Int (Edition1) (Hardcover)

Hardcover. Veterinary Infectious Diseases: Identification and Treatment provides a comprehensive and practical guide to diagnosing, managing, and treating infectious diseases in animals. Designed for veterinary students, practitioners, and animal health professionals, this book combines scientific rigor with clinical relevance to support effective disease control and animal welfare. The book begins with an overview of infectious agents-including bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and prions-explaining their biology, modes of transmission, and pathogenic mechanisms. It emphasizes the principles of infection, immunity, and disease progression in various domestic and wild animal species. Detailed chapters cover the identification of common and emerging infectious diseases through clinical signs, laboratory diagnostics, and modern molecular techniques. The book provides treatment protocols, including antimicrobial therapies, vaccination strategies, and supportive care tailored to specific diseases and animal groups. Epidemiology, biosecurity measures, and herd health management are discussed to highlight prevention and control strategies at individual and population levels. The book also addresses zoonotic diseases and public health implications, emphasizing the One Health approach. With case studies, diagnostic flowcharts, and up-to-date treatment guidelines, this text serves as an essential resource for understanding and managing infectious diseases in veterinary practice, promoting animal health and preventing disease spread. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…