Sulcata Tortoise Pet Owners Guide. The Captive Care of Sulcata Tortoises. Sulcata Tortoise Care, Behavior, Enclosures, Feeding, Health, Costs, Myths and Interaction.

Sulcata Tortoise Pet Owners Guide. The Captive Care of Sulcata Tortoises. Sulcata Tortoise Care, Behavior, Enclosures, Feeding, Health, Costs, Myths and Interaction.
Author: Ben Team
Publisher: Imb Publishing
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2015-10-28
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781910941942

Most large tortoises are popular with turtle enthusiasts, but sulcatas are undoubtedly the most beloved of all. Given their impressive size, gentle personalities and attractive markings, this should not be surprising. Unfortunately, many people acquire sulcatas without first learning about their needs, which often leads to frustrated keepers and neglected tortoises. As when caring for any animal as a pet, keepers must learn as much as possible about the biology, behavior and ecology of the species, in order to provide them the highest quality of life possible. Begin that journey inside, by learning about sulcatas, their place in the world and how to provide them with an artificial habitat that meets their needs. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book: - Acquiring - Anatomy - Behavior - Biology - Breeding - Captive considerations - Daily care - Description - Diet - Ecology - Enclosure - Environment - Health - Husbandry - Interacting - Internal Anatomy - Lighting - Maintenance - Monitoring - Myths and Misunderstandings - Phylogeny - Taxonomy - The ideal environment - Water and Humidity - What you'll need .... and much more

Essentials of Tortoise Medicine and Surgery

Essentials of Tortoise Medicine and Surgery
Author: John Chitty
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2013-07-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118583981

Reach for this book whenever a sick or injured tortoise comes into the surgery. Essentials of Tortoise Medicine and Surgery is designed as a concise and practical quick reference for the busy practitioner seeing chelonians as part of their caseload. Covering everything from species identification to common basic surgery for tortoises and freshwater turtles, the emphasis is on the more common and likely diagnoses. The first section of the book gives an overview of the basics of tortoise and semi-aquatic/ aquatic freshwater turtle husbandry and keeping, as well as a guide to general investigation and diagnostic techniques open to clinicians. The second section provides a clinical guide based on clinical signs and differential diagnoses. Based upon the experience of authors who have been practicing with these species for several decades, this book is a useful guide to veterinarians, students, veterinary nurses and technicians new to working with these fascinating creatures. It will also serve as a useful aide memoire to more experienced clinicians.

Hermann's Tortoise Owner's Guide. Hermann's Tortoise Book for Diet, Costs, Care, Diet, Health, Behavior and Interaction. Hermann's Tortoise Pet.

Hermann's Tortoise Owner's Guide. Hermann's Tortoise Book for Diet, Costs, Care, Diet, Health, Behavior and Interaction. Hermann's Tortoise Pet.
Author: Ben Team
Publisher:
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2017-10-09
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781910861332

Inside, you will find all of the information you need to care for these tortoises properly. By heeding the advice contained here, continuing to learn everything you can about the species and paying attention to your animal's behavior, you'll have a great chance to provide your new Hermann's tortoise with a long, healthy life.

Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine

Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine
Author: Marie Kubiak
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 524
Release: 2020-08-24
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 111938995X

Easy-to-use, comprehensive reference covering the less common species encountered in general veterinary practice Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine provides easy-to-access, detailed information on a wide variety of exotic species that can be encountered in general veterinary practice. Offering excellent coverage of topics such as basic techniques, preventative health measures, and a formulary for each species, each chapter uses the same easy-to-follow format so that users can find information quickly while working in the clinic. Presented in full colour, with over 400 photographs, the book gives small animal practitioners the confidence to handle and treat more familiar pets such as budgerigars, African grey parrots, bearded dragons, corn snakes, tortoises, pygmy hedgehogs, hamsters and rats. Other species that may be presented less frequently including skunks, marmosets, sugar gliders, koi carp, chameleons and terrapins are also covered in detail to enable clinicians to quickly access relevant information. Provides comprehensive coverage of many exotic pet species that veterinarians may encounter in general practice situations Presents evidence-based discussions of topics including biological parameters, husbandry, clinical evaluation, hospitalization requirements, common medical and surgical conditions, radiographic imaging, and more The Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine is an ideal one-stop reference for the busy general practitioner seeing the occasional exotic animal, veterinary surgeons with an established exotic animal caseload, veterinary students and veterinary nurses wishing to further their knowledge.

Life in the Slow Lane

Life in the Slow Lane
Author: Conrad J. Storad
Publisher: Bobolink Media
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

A young tortoise talks to her grandfather about taking life slowly, compared to jackrabbits and humans.

Pet Owner's Guide to the Tortoise

Pet Owner's Guide to the Tortoise
Author: Simon Girling
Publisher: Interpet
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2003
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781860541193

One of a series of books, this volume contains how to choose a healthy tortoise, choosing the right housing, establishing a regular routine of care and advice on feeding.

Proper Quail Guide for Beginners

Proper Quail Guide for Beginners
Author: Thorsten Hawk
Publisher: epubli
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2022-01-28
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 3754945149

★ Proper Quail Guide for Beginners ★ 1x1 Guide to Quail Keeping and Breeding Japanese Laying Quail. Perfect Quail Raising. A wonderful Poultry Breeds Why it's worth keeping quail: In recent years, quail has become one of the most popular birds in hobby keeping and professional breeding. The reasons for this are obvious: Quails - in contrast to chickens, for example - have relatively manageable requirements in terms of space, feed and their general housing conditions. In addition, they have an extremely friendly, rather reserved nature, which makes dealing with them particularly uncomplicated and pleasant. Due to their fine character and the quite fulfilling demands on owner and keeper, the little ones are excellently suited for beginners and newcomers in the field of breeding and keeping. This guide provides all the information you need to get started with quail keeping or breeding. Here you will learn everything you need to know to make sure that keeping, caring and living together works out in the long run. The following topics are covered: the different quail breeds and their typical characteristics, the nature and character of quails, size, age and laying performance, the correct and species-appropriate housing: different forms of enclosures and their advantages and disadvantages, what equipment you need for the enclosure, how and when to clean and muck out, which food is the best and which foods are not suitable, how to get your quails through the winter, what diseases there are, and what to do if your quails get sick, the right way to deal with vacations and longer absences, quail breeding: how natural brood and artificial brood work, how chicks are fed and raised, legal framework for keeping and slaughtering, and much more!

Small Animal Toxicology - E-Book

Small Animal Toxicology - E-Book
Author: Michael E. Peterson
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 1228
Release: 2005-11-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1416064877

This revised and expanded reference is a valuable aid for the practicing veterinary clinician in diagnosing and determining treatment for toxic exposures in small animals, and for veterinary students as a supplement to their classroom instruction. It contains chapters addressing nontraditional areas of toxicology not covered in conventional toxicology texts. It also covers areas of toxicology which seem basic but are rarely discussed, such as taking a toxicological history, establishing a minimum database, providing supportive care, and managing emergency treatment of the poisoned patient. The book is organized into three sections, including 20 new chapters and new topics such as grapes and raisins, lilies, "Christmas time" plants, mercury, and accidental poisoning in non-traditional pets. - New two-color design makes the book more esthetically pleasing and allows for quick retrieval of information - Toxic Plant Information Summary tables make treatments for plant intoxications easy to find - Toxic Plant Quick Reference Based on Clinical Signs tables are included, to support small-animal veterinarians in cases of potential toxic plant ingestion - Summary charts at the beginning of each chapter in the Specific Toxicants section contain bulleted lists with clear-cut information on the specific toxicant, the clinical signs, and prognosis - A comprehensive review of all known potentially toxic substances is provided, from A (acetaminophen) to Z (zinc), including the very latest on grape and raisin toxicity — making this the most up-to-date and thorough text in this field - 45 different experts contribute to this book, all from the field of veterinary toxicology and medicine - 20 new chapters have been added - New topics include a list of toxicants affecting body systems, management of toxins in pregnancy, diagnostic toxicology, bacterial toxins, and cosmetic/toilet articles - Snake-bite injuries are treated in two separate, expanded chapters: Pit Vipers and Coral Snakes - Section on pharmaceuticals includes bromides, anticonvulsants, tricycle antidepressants, monoamine oxidize inhibitors, B-adrenergic toxicities, and vitamins A and D - Additional specific toxicants are covered, including Amitraz, hydramethylon, ethanol, mercury, toad toxins, poisonous frogs, salamanders, newts and venomous arthropods•Additional specific toxicants are covered, including Amitraz, hydramethylon, ethanol, mercury, toad toxins, poisonous frogs, salamanders, newts and venomous arthropods.

Anaesthesia of Exotic Pets E-Book

Anaesthesia of Exotic Pets E-Book
Author: Lesa Longley
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2008-04-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0702037303

Anaesthesia of Exotic Pets provides a unique and quick reference guide for all those working in veterinary practice. The book covers the common species seen and includes: the basic approach to the case, equipment required, drug doses, and anaesthetic induction and maintenance as well as anaesthetic monitoring techniques. Peri-anaesthetic nursing care, such as husbandry, fluid and nutritional support, is discussed for each species. Written by experienced practitioners, the book provides a common sense and practical approach to anaesthesia to enable a variety of techniques to be performed confidently. - Covers practical information on anaesthesia for a successful outcome: how to assess and prepare the patient, lists of equipment required, how to perform the anaesthetic, husbandry, fluids and nutritional support - Discusses commonly seen pathological conditions and their effect on the choice of anaesthetic and patient prognosis - Provides an overview of the relevant anatomy and physiology in each species as this improves understanding of effects of anaesthesia and techniques used - Describes both basic nursing and more advanced anaesthesia techniques, catering for all abilities and knowledge - Contains tables of drug doses by species giving a quick reference for the busy practitioner

Exotic Animal Formulary - E-Book

Exotic Animal Formulary - E-Book
Author: James W. Carpenter
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 851
Release: 2022-08-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323833934

**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine** The only drug formulary on the market created solely for the treatment of exotic animals, Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Edition addresses the most common questions and medical situations encountered in clinical practice. Using clear, current recommendations on drugs, indications, and dosages, this evidence-based text helps you find the information you need fast. In addition, there are numerous tables containing biologic, hematologic, and biochemical norms of common exotic pets. Species covered include birds, fish, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, rabbits, pocket pets, backyard poultry, and more. Edited by James Carpenter and Craig Harms, each a respected expert in exotic animal, wildlife, and zoo animal medicine, this handbook has been a go-to reference of practicing veterinarians for more than 30 years. - More than 300 drug tables provide current recommendations on drugs, indications, and dosages used in treating exotic animals. - All drug information is reviewed for accuracy, ensuring that this reference remains authoritative and current. - Biologic and hematologic tables provide details on therapies and diets, normal blood parameters of common species, venipunctures sites, and medical protocols for common conditions. - Dosage recommendations from pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) studies are clearly indicated. - 29 internationally recognized experts contribute chapters in their areas of specialization. - More than 3,100 references are cited and provide additional context for dosages. - NEW! Updates of drug tables include new information on doses, interactions, indications, adverse reactions, and contraindications for use. - NEW! eBook version is included with print purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. - NEW! Additional appendices include new topics in exotic animal practice. - NEW! Updated and expanded index makes it easier to find drug information.