Biology and Diseases of the Ferret

Ferret Biology & Medicine

A comprehensive reference covering ferret biology, husbandry, diseases, clinical medicine, surgery, and biomedical research. The third edition includes updated information on anesthesia, surgery, biomethodology, genetics, infectious diseases, and the use of ferrets as research models. It is useful for laboratory investigators, companion-animal veterinarians, and professionals working in comparative medicine.

Key Features

• Comprehensive ferret biology reference
• Covers husbandry and clinical care
• Explains common and complex diseases
• Includes clinical medicine and surgery
• Covers anesthesia and biomethodology
• Explores ferrets as biomedical research models
• Includes laboratory procedures and treatments
• Covers cardiovascular and respiratory diseases
• Discusses viral and morbillivirus research
• Explores the ferret genome project
• Covers genetically engineered ferrets
• Includes hearing, vision, and neuroplasticity research
• Discusses nausea, vomiting, and lung cancer research
• Includes regulatory considerations
• Updated with new research chapters