Full Description
A sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals and farm animals alike. The fifth edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide students with a comprehensive description of the anatomy and physiology of dogs, cats, birds, exotics, farmed animals, and horses. This new edition: Contains detailed descriptions of the systematic anatomy and physiology of a wide range of animal species with expanded bird coverage for the first time. Includes applied anatomy tips that relate theory to clinical practice. Considers anatomy education not only for veterinary science students, but also those studying wider animal science, animal behaviour, or agriculture. Newly enhanced with an online test-yourself course and augmented reality animations to view on your phone and bring the subject to life, this book is an essential and easy to understand introduction for all those embarking upon a veterinary, animal science or animal management career.
Contents
SECTION 1: The dog and cat Chapter 1: Principles of cell biology Chapter 2: Tissues and body cavities Chapter 3: Skeletal system Chapter 4: Muscular system Chapter 5: Nervous system and special senses Chapter 6: Endocrine system Chapter 7: Blood vascular system Chapter 8: Respiratory system Chapter 9: Digestive system Chapter 10: Urinary system Chapter 11: Reproductive system Chapter 12: Common integument SECTION 2: Comparative anatomy and physiology Chapter 13: Birds Chapter 14: Small exotic mammals Chapter 15: Reptiles and fish Chapter 16: The horse Chapter 17: Domestic farm animals
