Veterinary Controversies and Ethical Dilemmas

Veterinary Controversies and Ethical Dilemmas

This thought-provoking veterinary reference examines controversial issues and ethical dilemmas emerging in modern clinical practice. It explores topics including anthropomorphism, overdiagnosis, overtreatment, practice corporatization, veterinary celebrity, research involving client-owned animals, unregulated treatments, and end-of-life decisions. Contributions from experienced veterinary professionals combine personal experiences with evidence-based reflections. The book is designed to encourage critical discussion among veterinary students, educators, and practicing professionals.

Key Features:

• Examines controversial issues affecting contemporary veterinary practice
• Explores ethical challenges surrounding modern veterinary care
• Discusses anthropomorphism and changing perceptions of companion animals
• Examines concerns related to overdiagnosis and overtreatment
• Addresses the growing corporatization of veterinary practices
• Explores veterinary celebrity culture and representations of clinical success
• Discusses research involving client-owned animals and related concerns
• Examines unregulated treatments and decision-making at the end of life
• Combines professional experiences with evidence-based reflections
• Encourages critical thinking and discussion within veterinary education and practice