Series: BSAVA British Small Animal Veterinary Association

The BSAVA Guide to Pain Management in Small Animal Practice is an essential reference guide for use in daily practice by all members of the veterinary team. Presented in an easy-to-read instructional format, this guide is intended to provide practitioners with practical information on pain management for small animals, including cats and dogs, birds, rabbits, and exotic pets, emphasising patient...

BSAVA Guide to Procedures in Small Animal Practice combines high-quality imagery and illustrations with access to a suite of procedural videos and clear, comprehensive step-by-step techniques. It serves as an essential resource for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in small animal practice. All procedures have been fully reviewed and updated, with four new procedures added: cystostomy tube placement, endotracheal intubation, point-of-care...

Authored by vets with experience in all aspects of avian care, this manual is an essential tool for those in general practice who do not often see birds. Subjects including anatomy and physiology, husbandry, behaviour, examination, and surgical techniques are covered in detail. Common presentations are also dealt with in individual chapters. BSAVA Manual of Avian Practice: A Foundation Manual...

The aim of this new manual is to provide good quality information to help veterinarians provide the level of care to backyard birds that clients expect and deserve. There has been a resurgence in the number of people keeping backyard poultry, and they are often seen as much-loved pets. When a backyard bird becomes ill, their owner expects access to...

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Anaesthesia and Analgesia is part of a constantly advancing field, and this new edition has been extensively revised and updated to take account of the latest techniques and considerations. The well-regarded structure from previous editions has been retained, with the addition of new chapters on pain assessment methods, anaesthesia for MRI, and managing chronic...

The third in the series, the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Advanced Veterinary Nursing, was written to provide a deeper level of information for qualified veterinary nurses, especially those undertaking Medical or Surgical Diplomas. The new edition has been completely revised and updated under the direction of the new editorial team of Alasdair Hotston Moore and Suzanne Rudd. Reflecting...

The new edition of this popular manual has been extensively updated to reflect advances in this field, while readers will also find new chapters on inherited and cardiac disease. Clinical case studies have been retained, allowing readers to consider how they might approach common problems and see for themselves how test selection and interpretation are applied. Body systems are dealt...

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology is a best-selling manual that has been fully revised and updated with the latest information. New chapters include topics on neurological genetic disease testing and counselling, adjunctive therapies, and nutrition. This edition also features a DVD-ROM with video clips, offering an engaging and interactive learning experience.

Confident radiographic interpretation presents a considerable challenge, and the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Radiography and Radiology provides a comprehensive review of the approach to radiological interpretation, the range of variants, and the key fundamental principles and their application to common diseases. This Foundation Manual replaces the classic BSAVA Manual of Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging as an introduction for...

This remains the Foundation Manual for information across the range of exotic pets, including small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Common pets such as rabbits, rodents, and budgies retain their place. However, the ever-increasing range of non-traditional pets encountered by the veterinary surgeon in practice is reflected in the coverage of some new groups, such as marsupials, ratites, and...

Following the success of the first edition, BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Reproduction and Neonatology has been completely updated and reorganised to be even more practical and user-friendly. It follows reproductive medicine from mating, through conception and birth, while addressing problems such as infertility and dystocia along the way. The manual also includes care of the neonate, plus conditions...

BSAVA Manual of Practical Animal Care offers a practical approach to animal care, ensuring that readers can apply their learning effectively in real-world situations. The manual has been updated and reorganised to enhance usability and comprehension for all readers. This edition introduces a new chapter focused on communication skills, which is crucial for professionals dealing with clients and understanding the...

This popular pocketbook has been fully updated with additional quick reference emergency information. It provides the new (and possibly the not so new) veterinary graduate with a handy guide to the important drugs, tests, and procedures most commonly encountered in small animal practice. It pulls together information from the BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, BSAVA manuals, and other sources, and is...

The importance of animal behaviour and psychological well-being is increasingly being recognised in the veterinary profession. This new edition of BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine is designed to be even more practical and user-friendly than the first. For a range of behavioural presentations, consideration is given to the evaluation of the patient, including any possible underlying disease;...

This practical accompaniment to the more theoretical BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing, Fourth Edition has been completely revised to reflect the advances in veterinary nursing. The layout lends itself to ease of use in day-to-day practice and provides useful information for many situations. It will help any nurse to make improvements in their daily nursing of animals and the care...

Emergency care is one of the most important areas of veterinary medicine. Building on the success of the bestselling first edition, the international editors and authors have revised and updated the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Emergency and Critical Care to reflect the continued growth in knowledge in this vital area. The Manual remains a highly practical resource. A...

BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing continues to be the classic core textbook for veterinary nursing students and a useful resource for qualified veterinary nurses. This new edition has been revised and updated throughout, providing information covering the ‘Day 1 Competencies’ (D1Cs) and ‘Day 1 Skills’ (D1Ss) as set by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), which every veterinary nurse...

The BSAVA Pocketbook for Veterinary Nurses offers quick access to key information on a wealth of procedures. In this second edition, editor Emma Gerrard has built on the excellent work of Louise O’Dwyer to reflect the expanding responsibilities of the profession whilst retaining handy features, such as emergency doses and a ruler on the inside covers. Notable additions include surgical...

Rabbits make up a considerable and growing proportion of the caseload in small animal practice, and both interest and knowledge in rabbit medicine and surgery have grown rapidly. In recognition of this, the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine and Surgery has been superseded by two separate volumes - the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and Imaging and the BSAVA...

An essential guide for veterinary professionals on appropriate nutrition for animals under their care. Veterinary professionals are often called upon to provide guidance on appropriate nutrition for animals under their care. Nutrition is the cornerstone of all good veterinary care and should form part of the discussion with every pet owner seeking advice about their pet. Veterinary professionals should provide...

Dermatology constitutes a large percentage of the daily caseload in small animal practice and can represent a challenge for the busy practitioner, as many different diseases have similar presenting signs. For this reason, a structured understanding of how to approach a dermatological case is essential for a successful outcome. The 4th edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline...

The second edition of this best-selling Manual has been thoroughly revised and updated under the direction of the new editorial team of John Williams and Alison Moores. Topics covered include wound healing, decision-making in closure, axial pattern flaps, and pedicled muscle flaps. In addition, the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Wound Management and Reconstruction features case studies and step-by-step...

This book updates completely the information on birds of prey and pigeons and doves found in the BSAVA Manual of Raptors, Pigeons and Waterfowl, published twelve years ago. The advent of the new BSAVA Manual of Farm Pets, which encompasses waterfowl, has allowed a change in focus to feature passerine birds in detail for the first time. The Manual starts...

Dental conditions are commonly seen in practice and the range of treatments that practices are expected to offer continues to grow. BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery covers all aspects of veterinary dentistry, from examination and diagnosis to surgical techniques. Consideration is also given to management of a range of conditions, including infectious conditions and developmental...

BSAVA Manual of Feline Practice is a valuable addition to the BSAVA Foundation Manual series, offering an easily accessible source of practical advice on managing common feline problems encountered in first-opinion practice. This manual begins with an introduction to crucial general issues in effective feline practice, including handling techniques, examination principles, and ensuring a cat-friendly practice environment. Gold-standard preventive healthcare...

This new edition of one of the BSAVA's most popular manuals has been extensively revised, drawing on the expertise of a predominantly new roster of authors. The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Ophthalmology focuses on common ophthalmic conditions in dogs and cats, structured into examination and clinical techniques; diagnosis and treatment of common ocular diseases, and a problem-oriented approach...

Fully updated and expanded to keep pace with the developments in this area of small animal practice, this new edition of BSAVA Manual of Reptiles, 3rd edition covers all aspects of treating reptile patients, including diagnosis, surgical techniques, and euthanasia. Key features include: A dedicated chapter on anatomy and physiology. A consideration of the reptile pet trade. Revised and expanded...

The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endoscopy and Endosurgery provides a comprehensive and practical guide for practitioners who wish to practise minimally invasive techniques. Routine procedures are described in detail, and more advanced techniques suitable for experienced practitioners are also included. All the chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated. Chapters on oesophagoscopy, interventional endoscopy, and future developments are...

BSAVA Cognitive Aids for Anaesthesia in Small Animal Practice is a quick reference resource for veterinary teams in theatre. It includes checklists that should be completed as part of any anaesthetic procedure, as well as troubleshooting guides and crisis checklists. Areas covered include: Equipment and drugs lists Pre-anaesthetic assessment lists and forms Intraoperative safety checklists Crisis checklists (e.g. hyperthermia, hypotension,...

This new edition of BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiorespiratory Medicine reflects the huge advances in the field of cardiothoracic medicine that have taken place over the past ten years. Illustrated throughout, it features contributions from leaders in the fields of cardiology and respiratory disorders from the United Kingdom, Europe, and the United States. The approach of the Manual...

The busy small animal practitioner is likely to see a dog or cat with gastrointestinal (GI) signs most days, and BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Gastroenterology should provide them with greater insight into the conditions they are treating. This manual is divided into four main sections: Diagnostic procedures and techniques: This section covers clinical pathology, imaging, and biopsy. Diagnostic...

Your practical guide to managing neurology cases from presentation to diagnosis and treatment. This revised and updated edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology provides veterinary professionals with a logical and systematic approach to managing these challenging presentations. The book takes readers through the increasing range of diagnostic tests and procedures that are available, followed by chapters...