Book description
This unique resource brings together valuable information on
breed-related diseases in one quick-reference volume. Divided into one
section for dogs and another for cats, inherited and other prevalent
disorders are listed breed-by-breed. The final section describes each of
the disorders in more detail. All the information is drawn from
high-quality sources, including research journals and veterinary texts,
with extensive references provided.
This invaluable reference helps veterinary professionals to advise
clients on their choice of breed and what problems to look out for.
Whether you're a veterinarian, geneticist, a breeder, or a pet owner,
this fully-referenced book will save you hours of searching through
scattered literature.
Alex Gough is a partner in a referral and first
opinion practice in Bath, UK, where he sees referrals in small animal
medicine, cardiology and neurology. He is a holder of the Royal
College of Veterinary Surgeons Certificate of Small Animal Medicine
and Veterinary Cardiology, and a Postgraduate Certificate in
Neuroimaging for Research. He is the author of Differential
Diagnosis in Small Animal Medicine, also published by
Wiley-Blackwell, and is a frequent contributor to the Veterinary Times.
Alison Thomas has spent most of her career working in charity
small animal practice, in the UK and Asia. She holds the Royal College
of Veterinary Surgeons Certificate in Small Animal Medicine, and is
currently Senior Veterinary Surgeon at the Blue Cross Animal Hospital
in Victoria, London.
