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Since the 1950s, pharmacy's share of pet medicine sales has declined from about 80 per cent to a level of 10 per cent in 2002. However, with an estimated 26 million companion animals in the UK, and a pet care market worth around #200 million, there is enormous potential for pharmacists in pet medicine sales. This is of widespread relevance as distinct from the role of specialist veterinary pharmacists involved with livestock and the farming community. This title provides an introduction to the subject of veterinary pharmacy, and should equip pharmacists and pharmacy students with the knowledge necessary to allow them to become involved in this rewarding area.

With an estimated 26 million companion animals in the UK, and a pet care market worth around £200 million, there is enormous potential for pharmacists in pet medicine sales. In addition there is a public health dimension resulting from the interaction between humans and animals, as well as extensive prophylactic treatment and care of farm livestock. This is of widespread relevance to community pharmacy and is distinct from the role of specialist veterinary pharmacists involved with livestock and the farming community. Veterinary Pharmacy provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject, including chapters on the legal and financial aspects, vaccines, traditional medicines, and complementary and alternative medicines. In addition, there are extensive sections on commercial and companion animals including horses. The wide-ranging text complements The Veterinary Formulary. This unique new book will equip pharmacists and pharmacy students with the knowledge necessary to enable their involvement in this rewarding area. Steven B Kayne is a community pharmacist in Glasgow, UK. Michael H Jepson was formerly Head of Pharmacy Practice, University of Aston, Birmingham, UK.