A Veterinary Technician’s Guide to Exotic Animal Care 2nd Edition

Veterinary Technician’s Guide to Exotic Animal Care, 2nd Edition

Written by Thomas N. Tully Jr. and Mark A. Mitchell, this practical guide prepares veterinary technicians to provide effective care for exotic animal patients. The second edition covers handling, restraint, physical examinations, diagnostic testing, anesthesia, and surgical assistance across a variety of species. Updated illustrations, clinical tables, and expanded husbandry information make it a useful reference for veterinary technicians and veterinarians developing their exotic animal care skills.

Key Features:

• Covers essential veterinary care for exotic animal patients
• Explains safe handling and restraint techniques
• Provides guidance on physical examinations and patient assessment
• Discusses diagnostic testing and imaging procedures
• Covers anesthesia and surgical assistance
• Includes birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish
• Addresses the care of rabbits, rodents, and ferrets
• Provides feeding guidance for critically ill rabbits
• Includes therapeutic drug and dosage information for sugar gliders
• Features updated color images, clinical tables, and expanded husbandry guidance