Medicine and Surgery of Camelids. Группа авторов

      

      Table of Contents

      1  Cover

      2  Title Page

      3  Copyright Page

      4  Dedication Page

      5  List of Contributors

      6  Preface

      7  About the Companion Website

      8  1 General Biology and Evolution Taxonomy General Biology and Genetics South American Camelids Camels Evolution Domestication Uses of Camelids References

      9  2 South American Camelid Behavior and the CAMELIDynamics Approach to Handling Camelid Behavior Containment Vs. Restraint The Midline Catch, bracelet and Handler Helper The Neck Wrap – A Thunder Shirt for Camelids Trimming Toenails Handling for Veterinary Procedures No‐Restraint Injections Techniques for No Restraint Injections Injections for Babies and Weanlings Drawing Blood Rectal Palpation and Transrectal Ultrasound Transabdominal Ultrasound Exams Physical Exams Procedures Involving the Head Oral Medication Eye Medication Trimming Fighting Teeth and Incisors Microchipping Earring Sedation Halter Fit Understanding Male Behavior in Camelids Pen Size and Shape Berserk Male Syndrome or Novice Handler Syndrome? The Novice Handler Syndrome Further Readings References

      10  3 Feeding and Nutrition Anatomy and Nutritional Adaptations Camelid Digestive Process Nutrient Requirements of Camelids Feeding Behavior and Intake Capacity Forages and Feed Supplements Feeding Management Dietary Evaluation Nutrition Related Diseases References

      11  4 Physical Exam and Diagnostics Physical Exam Diagnostic Procedures References

      12  5 Radiology Introduction Making Radiographs Degenerative Joint Disease Septic Arthritis Sequestra Shoulder Making Skull Radiographs Tooth‐Root Abscesses Bulla Disease Rickets Normal Images References

      13  6 Anesthesia and Pain Management Pre‐operative Assessment Sedation Field