Introduction to Animal and Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

About this book

A sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals and farm animals alike. The fifth edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide students with a comprehensive description of the anatomy and physiology of dogs, cats, birds, exotics, farmed animals, and horses.

This new edition:
- Contains detailed descriptions of the systematic anatomy and physiology of a wide range of animal species with expanded bird coverage for the first time.
- Includes applied anatomy tips that relate theory to clinical practice.
- Considers anatomy education not only for veterinary science students, but also those studying wider animal science, animal behaviour, or agriculture.
- Newly enhanced with an online test-yourself course and augmented reality animations to view on your phone and bring the subject to life, this book is an essential and easy-to-understand introduction for all those embarking upon a veterinary, animal science or animal management career.

Contents

SECTION 1: The dog and cat
Chapter 1: Principles of cell biology
Chapter 2: Tissues and body cavities
Chapter 3: Skeletal system
Chapter 4: Muscular system
Chapter 5: Nervous system and special senses
Chapter 6: Endocrine system
Chapter 7: Blood vascular system
Chapter 8: Respiratory system
Chapter 9: Digestive system
Chapter 10: Urinary system
Chapter 11: Reproductive system
Chapter 12: Common integument

SECTION 2: Comparative anatomy and physiology
Chapter 13: Birds
Chapter 14: Small exotic mammals
Chapter 15: Reptiles and fish
Chapter 16: The horse
Chapter 17: Domestic farm animals

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Biography

Victoria Aspinall qualified as a veterinary surgeon from the University of Bristol and is married to a veterinarian whom she met when she was training. After a short time in practice, she left to have four children. During this time Victoria and her husband started their own practice but on returning to full-time work she went into teaching veterinary nurses, which she did for 20 years. Victoria has written a range of textbooks for veterinary nurses and has also represented the interests of vet nurses on various Royal College committees. She is now retired but still retains links with her profession.