{"title":"Hugues Beaufrère","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the expert insights of Hugues Beaufrère, a distinguished author in the field of veterinary science. Known for his contributions to the understanding of animal health, particularly within the Science \u0026amp; Nature categories, Beaufrère's work offers invaluable knowledge for both professionals and enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable publications, \u003cem\u003eHarkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents\u003c\/em\u003e, serves as an essential resource for understanding the complexities of these small mammals. The book provides comprehensive coverage of their biology, helping readers engage with topics ranging from basic anatomy to advanced medical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHugues Beaufrère's meticulously researched books combine scientific accuracy with accessible language, making them suitable for a diverse audience. Whether you're seeking to deepen your expertise or simply curious about animal biology, this collection offers an informative reading experience that will enhance your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"harkness-and-wagners-biology-and-medicine-of-rabbits-and-rodents-by-niora-fabian-9781119290476","title":"Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical reference on small mammal husbandry and health, now with full-colour clinical photographs throughout\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sixth Edition of \u003ci\u003eHarkness and Wagner’s Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents\u003c\/i\u003e provides a thorough update to the classic reference on small mammal health and husbandry, now with full-colour clinical photographs throughout. Part of ACLAM’s series of laboratory animal books, this edition is a comprehensive, practical guide to caring for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats, and chinchillas. Emphasising biology, contemporary husbandry, diagnostics and clinical procedures, clinical signs, and diseases and conditions, the book is equally useful in research, companion animal practice, or food animal settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew topics for the Sixth Edition include environmental monitoring for rodent health assessments, behavioural management considerations for optimising animal health, enhanced pain assessment approaches, as well as considerations for creating a welfare-friendly small mammal practice. The Sixth Edition also updates common therapeutics, analgesics, anaesthetics, and blood collection methodologies, covers disease biology, husbandry, diagnostic modalities, and references, and explores new techniques for creating and modifying genetically engineered rodents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHarkness and Wagner’s Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents\u003c\/i\u003e includes information on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeneral husbandry and disease prevention, covering equipment needs, factors predisposing to disease, and occupational health and safety issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClinical procedures, covering haematology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, surgery, post-operative care, dentistry, ophthalmology, and imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClinical signs and differential diagnoses, including astroviruses, hepatitis E and leporid herpesvirus-4 for rabbits and antimicrobial resistance for commercial rabbits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSerologic testing and diagnostic sample submission, covering newer methodologies, environmental monitoring, and considerations for large rodent feeder-breeder operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sixth Edition of \u003ci\u003eHarkness and Wagner’s Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential reference for veterinary professionals dealing with small mammal species in research or practice settings, as well as veterinary students interested in small animals, comparative medicine, or laboratory animal medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854568149228,"sku":"9781119290476","price":238.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/d0f947262291dcb072c8f3cc465743bf.jpg?v=1759268222"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/hugues-beaufrere.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}