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Animal Biology and Care

By Sue Dallas and Emily Jewell
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Animal Biology and Care by Sue Dallas and Emily Jewell is an informative guide dedicated to the fundamental principles of animal biology and the essentials of animal care. Covering a wide array of topics, the book explores animal anatomy, physiology, and health management, making it an invaluable resource for students and practitioners in veterinary and animal science fields. It combines scientific content with practical insights, aiming to enhance the care and welfare of animals.
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If you're passionate about understanding animals and their needs, this book may appeal to you. It offers valuable insights into animal biology and care, making it a useful resource for anyone studying or working in veterinary or animal care fields.

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Animal Biology and Care

The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design and colour illustrations throughout.

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The perfect study companion, Animal Biology and Care, 3rd Edition is specifically designed for students on animal care, animal nursing assistant, and veterinary care assistant courses. This edition is fully updated with new course content, a refreshed design, and colour illustrations throughout.

Basic biological theory is introduced with diagrams for visual learners while photographs demonstrate the common practical procedures carried out by animal care assistants.

Key features include:

  • New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets.
  • Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare.
  • Written in line with course curricula; chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives.
  • A companion website with interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge.

Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry, and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!

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Animal Biology and Care is reviewed as a valuable resource for students in introductory courses related to animal care, such as veterinary assistant programmes. The book's depth and detail are deemed suitable for its target audience, offering a quality educational tool at a reasonable price.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118276068

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 862g

Pages: 384

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Education & Reference Emily Jewell Non-Fiction Science & Nature Sue Dallas

About the Author

Sue Dallas VN Cert. Ed. is a qualified veterinary nurse,and has worked in veterinary schools and veterinary practices inthe UK and in North America. She has taught on bothveterinary nursing and animal care courses for over 22 years andhas been involved in a number of educational and examinationdevelopments in the UK and New Zealand. Sue has spoken atveterinary congresses both in the UK and around the world,promoting nursing and care of animals through training andeducation. Emily Jewell BSc (Hons), MSc, Cert. Ed. is a CurriculumArea Manager in Animal Management at Reaseheath College inNantwich, Cheshire. Emily graduated from the University ofLeeds in 1995 with a BSc (Hons) in Animal Science. Afterworking in a land-based college in Wiltshire for 7 years, shereturned to study and graduated from Harper Adams UniversityCollege in 2003 with an MSc in Animal Health and Welfare. Emily has taught across a range of subjects and has hadresponsibility for many different species. Emily has alsopreviously worked as an External Verifier in Animal Management forthe awarding body Edexcel.

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