A complete and authoritative reference covering the management of gamebirds and exhibition Galliformes in health and disease
In Gamebird Medicine and Management, a team of distinguished professionals deliver a comprehensive discussion of gamebirds and exhibition Galliformes for veterinary practitioners, gamebird producers, breeders and conservationists, as well as other avian health professionals. The book covers common diseases affecting gamebirds and offers management and production information not found in other resources.
The authors combine relevant material from avian veterinarians, commercial production professionals, and experts from the conservation and captive breeding sectors, that enables veterinarians, gamebird producers, and conservationists to develop diagnostic and treatment plans for small or large gamebird flocks.
Readers will also find: - Thorough introductions to laws and regulations governing gamebirds in the United States - In-depth examinations of the anatomy and physiology of gamebirds - Comprehensive explorations of the medical management of gamebirds - Information on treating dermatological, musculoskeletal, neurological, digestive, and respiratory diseases affecting gamebirds - A practical, step-by-step necropsy guide - An engaging photo collection of gamebird and exhibition Galliformes diseases
Perfect for veterinary practitioners, gamebird producers, and conservationists, Gamebird Medicine and Management will also earn a place in the libraries of zoo veterinarians and staff.
Table of Contents
List of Contributors xx
Foreword xx
Preface xx
Acknowledgments xx
1 Gamebird History xx
Robert Sexton, Robert E. Porter, and Teresa Y. Morishita
2 Gamebird Laws, Regulations, and the National Poultry Improvement Plan xx
Elena Behnke
3 Galliformes: Species, Varieties, and Behavior xx
Gen Anderson and Chris Holmes
4 Gamebird Anatomy xx
Wael Khamas and Josep Rutllant
5 Avian Physiology xx
Kahina Ghanem and Sally L. Noll
6 Gambird Housing and Handling xx
Bill MacFarlane and Casey W. Ritz
7 Gamebird Nutrition xx
Al Hollister
8 Biosecurity for Gamebirds xx
Rodrigo A. Gallardo and Eva Wallner-Pendleton
9 Field Investigation, Medication, Vaccination, and Diagnostics for Gamebirds xx
David D. Frame, Douglas Anderson, and Mark C. Bland
10 Gamebird Respiratory Diseases xx
Richard M. Fulton
11 Gamebird Digestive Diseases xx
Robert E. Porter and Teresa Y. Morishita
12 Gamebird Musculoskeletal and Neurologic Diseases xx
Daniel P. Shaw
13 Gamebird Skin Diseases and Multisystemic Diseases xx
Robert E. Porter and Teresa Y. Morishita
14 Gamebird Toxicological Diseases xx
Richard M. Fulton
15 Gamebird Necropsy Procedures xx
Robert E. Porter
16 Gamebird Medication Regulations xx
Lisa A. Tell, Krista L. Martin, and Tara Marmulak
17 Guineafowl xx
Jacquie Jacob and Anthony Pescatore
18 Exhibition Galliformes xx
Abigail Duvall
19 Peafowl xx
Teresa Y. Morishita, Linda G. Flores, and Steven E. Benscheidt
20 Conservation of Gamebirds xx
Chris Holmes
Index
