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Emergencies
expand / collapseIntroduction to Emergencies
Know Your Pet
First Aid Kit
expand / collapse Emergency Care for Dogs and Cats
expand / collapseWhat to Do at the Scene and Transport
Moving an Injured Animal
expand / collapseEvaluation and Initial Treatment of Emergencies
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
expand / collapseSpecific Diagnostics and Therapy
Trauma
Thoracic (Chest) Trauma
Abdominal Trauma
expand / collapseCardiopulmonary-Cerebral Resuscitation
Basic Life Support
Advanced Life Support
Open-chest Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Emergency Thoracotomy)
Fluid Therapy
Monitoring the Critically Ill Animal
Nutrition
Pain Control
Nursing Care
After the Emergency
expand / collapseEmergency Care for Horses
expand / collapseCommon Emergency Procedures in Horses
Fluid Therapy
Nasogastric Intubation
Abdominocentesis
Trocarization
Tracheostomy
Transporting an Injured Horse
expand / collapseTrauma and First Aid
Eye Injuries
Fractures and Dislocations
Head Injuries
Heat Stroke
Wounds and Lacerations
expand / collapseOther Common Conditions Requiring Emergency Treatment
Esophageal Obstruction (Choke)
Postcastration Evisceration
Emergencies in Foals
expand / collapse Eye Emergencies
Traumatic Proptosis
Bleeding in the Eye
Foreign Objects in the Eye
Penetrating Injuries
Corneal Injuries
Glaucoma
Dislocation of the Lens
Acute Vision Loss
Inflammation of the Optic Nerve
Degeneration or Detachment of the Retina
expand / collapseWound Management
Initial Wound Management
Drains
Bandages
Surgery
Wound Healing
expand / collapseManagement of Specific Wounds
Cuts and Tears (Lacerations)
Bite Wounds
Degloving Injuries
Gunshot Injuries
Pressure Wounds
Lightning Strike and Electrocution
expand / collapseMinor Injuries and Accidents
Broken Nails
Bumps, Bruises, Twists, and Sprains
Fish Hooks
Insect Bites and Stings
Porcupine Quills
Skunking
Swallowed Objects
Diagnostic Tests and Imaging
Introduction to Diagnostic Tests and Imaging
expand / collapseTypes of Veterinary Medical Tests
Histology
Microbiology
Toxicology
Hematology
Clinical Chemistry
Serology
Cytology
Fluid Analysis
expand / collapseTests Routinely Performed in Veterinary Medicine
expand / collapseThe Veterinarian
Specialized Tests
expand / collapseThe In-house Laboratory
Stool Samples
Urine Samples
Blood Samples
The Outside Laboratory or Test Center
expand / collapseDiagnostic Imaging
X-ray Imaging
Ultrasonography
Computed Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Nuclear Medicine Imaging
Radiation Therapy
Infections
Introduction to Infections
expand / collapseDefenses Against Infection
Physical Barriers
The Blood
Inflammation
Immune Response
Fever
Development of Infection
Infections in Animals with Impaired Defenses
Preventing Infections
Resident Flora
expand / collapseInfections Caused by Bacteria
expand / collapseBacteremia and Sepsis
Signs and Diagnosis
Treatment and Outlook
expand / collapseSeptic Shock
Signs and Diagnosis
Treatment and Outlook
expand / collapseInfections Caused by Rickettsiae
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Signs and Diagnosis
Treatment
Infections Caused by Parasites
Infections Caused by Fungi
Infections Caused by Viruses
Introduction to Diseases Spread from Animals to People (Zoonoses)
Introduction to Diseases Spread from Animals to People (Zoonoses)
Preventing Zoonoses
List of Zoonoses
Drugs and Vaccines
expand / collapseIntroduction
Extralabel Use of Drugs
expand / collapseHow Drugs are Given in Animals
Drugs Given by Mouth
Drugs Given as Injections or Implants
Drugs Applied to the Skin or Mucous Membranes
Effect of Drug Treatment on the Fetus or Newborn Pet
Guidelines for the Use of Antibiotic Drugs
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Heart and Blood Vessel Disorders
Positive Inotropes
Angiotensin-converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors
Vasoactive Drugs
Antiarrhythmics
Hematinics
Hemostatics
Anticoagulants
Drugs Used for Prevention and Treatment of Heartworms
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Digestive Disorders
Drugs that Affect Appetite
Drugs that Control or Stimulate Vomiting
Antacids
Histamine (H2)-receptor Antagonists
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Diarrhea
Mucosal Protectants and Adsorbents
Drugs that Modify Intestinal Action
Antibiotic Drugs
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Gastrointestinal Prokinetic Drugs
Cathartic and Laxative Drugs
expand / collapseAnthelmintics
Benzimidazoles
Tetrahydropyrimidines
Organophosphates
Macrocyclic Lactones
Miscellaneous Anthelmintics
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Eye Disorders
Drugs Used to Treat Glaucoma
Drugs Used to Treat Infectious Disease
Drugs Used to Treat Wounds or Trauma
Drugs Used to Treat Inflammation
Drugs Used to Treat Bone and Muscle Disorders
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders
Anticonvulsant Drugs
Tranquilizers, Sedatives, and Analgesics
Psychotropic Agents
Drugs Used to Treat Reproductive Disorders
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Lung and Airway Disorders
Cough Suppressants
Bronchodilators
Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Antibiotics
Inhalation Treatment
Expectorants and Mucus-producing Drugs
Decongestants
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Skin Disorders
Antibacterial Drugs
Antifungal Drugs
Antiparasitic Drugs
Antihistamines
Essential Fatty Acids
Hormonal Treatment
Immunomodulators
Psychotropic Agents
Vitamins and Minerals
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders
Antibiotics
Antifungal Drugs
Cystine-binding Agents
Diuretics
Other Drugs
Antiviral Drugs
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Treat Inflammation
Antihistamines
Corticosteroids
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Chondroprotective Agents
Drugs Used to Treat Cancers and Tumors
expand / collapseVaccines and Immunotherapy
Types of Vaccines
Giving Vaccines
Vaccination Schedules
Adverse Consequences
Passive Immunity
Poisoning
Introduction to Poisoning
Metabolism of Poisons
Factors Affecting the Activity of Poisons
Diagnosis of Poisoning
General Treatment of Poisoning
Algal Poisoning
Arsenic Poisoning
Bracken Fern Poisoning
Cantharidin Poisoning (Blister Beetle Poisoning)
Coal-tar Poisoning
Copper Poisoning
Cyanide Poisoning
Ethylene Glycol (Antifreeze) Poisoning
Fluoride Poisoning
expand / collapseFood Hazards
Avocado
Bread Dough
Chocolate
Macadamia Nuts
Raisins and Grapes
expand / collapseFungal Poisoning
Aflatoxicosis
Fescue Poisoning (Summer Fescue Poisoning)
Fumonisin Poisoning
Mycotoxic Lupinosis
Paspalum Staggers
Slaframine Poisoning
Trichothecene Poisoning
Gossypol Poisoning
Halogenated Aromatic Poisoning (PCB and Others)
expand / collapseHerbicide Poisoning
Inorganic Herbicides
Organic Herbicides
expand / collapseHousehold Hazards
Alcohols
Chlorine Bleaches
Corrosives
Alkaline Batteries
Cationic Detergents
Detergents, Soaps, and Shampoos
expand / collapseInsecticide Poisoning
Carbamate Insecticides
Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Compounds
expand / collapseInsecticides Derived from Plants
Pyrethrins and Pyrethroids
d-Limonene
Organophosphates
Pesticide Potentiating Agents
Solvents and Emulsifiers
Lead Poisoning
Mercury Poisoning
Metaldehyde Poisoning
Nitrate and Nitrite Poisoning
Nonprotein Nitrogen Poisoning (Ammonia Poisoning)
Pentachlorophenol Poisoning (Penta Poisoning)
Petroleum Product Poisoning
expand / collapsePlants Poisonous to Animals
Houseplants and Ornamentals
Range Plants of Temperate North America
expand / collapse Poisoning from Human Over-the-Counter Drugs
Antihistamines
expand / collapseDecongestants
Imidazoline Decongestants
Pseudoephedrine and Ephedrine
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Gastrointestinal Drugs
Multivitamins and Iron
Nutritional Supplements
Topical Zinc Oxide
expand / collapsePoisonings from Human Prescription Drugs
expand / collapseCardiovascular Medications
Angiotensin-converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors
Calcium Channel Blockers
Beta Blockers
Diuretics
expand / collapseTranquilizers, Antidepressants, Sleep Aids, and Anticonvulsants
Benzodiazepines
Antidepressants
Barbiturates
Sleep Aids
Tranquilizers
Muscle Relaxants
Topical Agents
Prescription Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
expand / collapsePoisonings from Illicit and Abused Drugs
Cocaine
Amphetamines and Related Drugs
Marijuana
Opiates
Pyrrolizidine Alkaloidosis (Senecio Poisoning, Ragwort Poisoning)
Quercus Poisoning (Oak Bud Poisoning, Acorn Poisoning)
expand / collapseRodenticide Poisoning
Anticoagulant Rodenticides (Warfarin and Related Compounds)
ANTU (Alpha-naphthylthiourea)
Bromethalin
Cholecalciferol
Metaldehyde
Phosphorus
Red Squill
Sodium Monofluoroacetate (1080)
Sodium Fluoroacetamide (1081)
Thallium Sulfate
Zinc Phosphide
expand / collapseRyegrass Poisoning
Annual Ryegrass Staggers
Perennial Ryegrass Staggers
Salt Poisoning
expand / collapseSelenium Poisoning
Chronic Selenium Poisoning (Alkali Disease)
Acute Selenium Poisoning
Snakebite
Sorghum Poisoning (Sudan Grass Poisoning)
expand / collapseSpider Bites
Widow Spiders
Brown Spiders
Strychnine Poisoning
Sweet Clover Poisoning
Toad Poisoning
Zinc Poisoning
Pain Management
Introduction to Pain Management
Types of Pain
expand / collapseRecognizing and Assessing Pain in Animals
Vital Signs
Behavioral Changes
Pain Scales
Pain Treatment
expand / collapseDrugs Used to Relieve Pain
Opioids
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs and Corticosteroids
Alpha2 Agonists
Local Pain Relief
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Pain
Treatment of Chronic Pain
Travel with Pets
Introduction to Travel with Pets
Travel with Service Animals
expand / collapse Planning Your Trip
Planning for US Travel
Planning for International Travel
expand / collapseRegulations Regarding Travel with Animals
Travel within the United States
expand / collapseInternational Travel
Travel in Europe
Travel to Asia and Africa
Travel to Australia
Vaccinations and Preventive Medications for Travel with Pets
expand / collapseReturning to the United States After Travel Abroad with Pets
Entry/Re-entry of Cats
Entry/Re-entry of Dogs
Entry/Re-entry of Horses
Where to Stay when Traveling with Pets
Travel by Car
Air Travel
Travel by Ship
Travel by Train
expand / collapseAlternatives to Travel with Pets
Boarding Facilities (Kennels, Stables)
Your Home
Health and the Human-Animal Bond
Introduction to Health and the Human-Animal Bond
Health Benefits of Pet Ownership
Animal-assisted Therapy and Activities
Service and Other Working Dogs
Animal Welfare
Veterinary Family Practice or Bond-centered Practice
expand / collapsePet Loss and Grief
Euthanasia
Cancer and Tumors
Introduction to Cancer and Tumors
What is Cancer?
Development and Spread of Cancer
expand / collapseCauses of Cancer
Family History and Genetic Factors
Environmental Factors
Age
Viruses, Carcinogens, and Other Known Causes of Cancer
Types of Cancer
expand / collapseReducing the Risk of Cancer
Good Nutrition and General Care
Reducing Known Risk Factors
Prevention and Early Detection
expand / collapseCancer Treatment
Surgery
Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy
Combination Therapy
Prospects for a Cure
expand / collapseCaring for a Pet with Cancer
expand / collapseSupportive Care
Giving Medication
Recognizing Cancer Pain
Nutritional Support
Providing Comfort Care
expand / collapseQuality of Life Issues
Euthanasia
Saying Goodbye
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Figures
Photographs
Pronunciations
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Videos

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