This reference on equine health gives guidance on everyday problems, offers potentially life-saving instructions for emergency situations, and additional insight post-diagnosis. An index of signs and symptoms, and a detailed table of contents outlining the organs and body systems, are included to enable readers to look up material by signs, symptoms, and anatomical region. Cross references and a glossary are also included, as well as an appendix of normal physiological data. This third edition contains new information on the latest veterinary practices and research in areas such as vaccinations and drugs, pigeon fever and West Nile virus, new fertility treatments, and advances in dental health, cancer, and genetics. There is also enhanced coverage of geriatric care and health concerns in the older horse, and a new chapter on alternative therapies. B&w photos and drawings are included on almost every page. Gore is a practicing veterinarian. Annotation 2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
