Veterinary Bacteriology

Veterinary Bacteriology

Veterinary Bacteriology, edited by Patricia Marques, explores bacterial pathogens affecting a wide range of animal species. Organized by animal group, it covers bacterial diseases in small and large ruminants, pigs, dogs, fish, and birds. The book discusses important infections, bacterial classification, and host–pathogen relationships, providing a useful foundation for understanding veterinary bacterial diseases and their clinical significance.

Key Features:

• Introduces the principles of veterinary bacteriology
• Covers bacterial diseases across multiple animal species
• Examines mastitis, brucellosis, and interdigital phlegmon in small ruminants
• Discusses bovine infections involving Leptospira and Streptococcus
• Explores bacterial diseases affecting pigs
• Covers canine microbiome research and Campylobacter
• Introduces bacterial taxonomy in fish
• Examines avian bacterial pathogens, including Listeria and Escherichia coli
• Highlights clinically important bacterial infections and their effects
• Supports veterinary students and professionals studying infectious diseases