Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine Current Therapy

Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine, Volume 6

Written by Murray E. Fowler and R. Eric Miller, this comprehensive veterinary reference presents current therapies and clinical advances in zoo and wildlife medicine. It addresses medical management of captive and free-ranging animals, emerging infectious diseases, zoonotic risks, and wildlife conservation challenges. With expert contributions and practical guidance across multiple animal groups, it supports veterinary professionals working in zoological and wildlife settings.

Key Features:

• Presents 57 chapters covering current topics in zoo and wildlife medicine
• Addresses medical management of individual animals and groups
• Covers conditions affecting multiple species, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals
• Explores emerging diseases affecting wildlife populations
• Discusses zoonoses and diseases with implications for animal and human health
• Provides guidance on behavioral training for medical procedures
• Introduces infrared thermography and other clinical techniques
• Examines habitat loss, conservation, and wildlife health monitoring
• Includes color plates illustrating external clinical signs
• Supports veterinarians, wildlife researchers, zoo professionals, and conservation specialists