Statistics for Veterinary and Animal Science

Statistics for Veterinary and Animal Science

An accessible introductory textbook on statistics specifically designed for veterinary and animal science students, researchers, and practitioners. It explains statistical concepts without heavy mathematics and focuses on choosing appropriate analyses, interpreting computer output, handling numerical data, and critically evaluating scientific literature.

Key Features:

• Veterinary and animal science statistics
• Beginner-friendly, non-mathematical approach
• Statistical methods and data analysis
• Choosing appropriate statistical tests
• Real worked examples and exercises
• SPSS and Stata applications
• Data sets for practical analysis
• Critical appraisal of research literature
• Reporting guidelines for veterinary research
• Randomized trials and observational studies
• Veterinary surveillance and spatial statistics
• Molecular and quantitative genetics statistics