Common Diseases of Companion Animals

Companion Animal Diseases

Common Diseases of Companion Animals, 4th Edition, by Alleice Summers DVM, is a practical reference designed to help veterinary technology students and professionals recognize, understand, and manage common diseases in companion animals. Organized by species and body system, each disease is presented with clinical signs, diagnostic laboratory work-up, treatment and medications, aftercare, client information, and prevention, while nursing care guidance and technician-focused alerts highlight the veterinary professional’s role. The updated edition adds coverage of backyard chickens and potbellied pigs, expands disease-prevention information, and features full-color illustrations and review questions to support practical learning.

Key Features:

• 4th edition with updated veterinary disease information
• Covers common diseases encountered in companion animal practice
• Organized by species and body system for quick reference
• Includes clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, medications, and prevention
• Provides nursing care guidance and technician responsibilities
• Full-color illustrations demonstrate diseases and clinical techniques
• Includes Tech Alerts with important practical information
• Review questions support learning and critical thinking
• New chapters on backyard chickens and potbellied pigs
• Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Nursing & Technology