Following the success of the first edition, this new edition has been expanded to include more information on small mammals, birds and fish. Intended as a foundation text for those on animal care, nurse auxiliary and veterinary care assistant courses, it introduces essential theoretical background information and clearly outlines the practical skills necessary when embarking on the care of any animal.

Designed specifically to meet the requirements of animal care, pre-veterinary nursing auxiliary and care students;
Provides basic training in animal biology and care, with particular attention given to those subjects that students find difficult to understand, such as anatomy and physiology;
New chapter additions on fish and birds.
Clearly and simply laid out, with over 150 illustrations, Animal Biology and Care 2e will be invaluable to all those training or working in animal care.

CONTENTS: Section 1 Animal Biology



1 Cells and Basic Tissue

2 Movement of materials within the body

3 Body systems and functions

4 Basic genetics

5 Body as a whole



Section 2 Animal Health and Husbandry



6 Animal Welfare

7 Basic health care

8 Disease transmission and control

9 Microbiology

10 Diseases of the dog and cat

11 Zoonones

12 Parasitology

13 Hygiene

14 Basic Nutrition

15 Handling

16 Grooming and coat care

17 Pets: mammals, birds and fish



Section 3 Nursing



18 First aid and nursing

19 Basic bandaging

20 The hospital environment

21 The hospitalised patient

22 Monitoring temperature, pulse and respiration

23 Pharmacy and the administration of drugs

24 Isolation and quarantine


Appendix - Anatomy and Physiology Terminology


Selected reading


Index