Manual of Clinical Procedures in Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, and Rodents

Part I - ROUTINE CLINICAL PROCEDURES.

Chapter 1. Restraint of Dogs and Cats.

Chapter 2. Blood Collection.

Chapter 3. Injection Techniques.

Chapter 4. Placement and Care of Intravenous Catheters.

Chapter 5. Oral Administration of Medications.

Chapter 6. Dermatologic Procedures.

Chapter 7. Impression Preparations.

Chapter 8. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy.

Chapter 9. Ophthalmic Procedures.

Chapter 10. Ear Care.

Chapter 11. Pedicure.

Chapter 12. Urethral Catheterization.

Chapter 13. Digital Rectal Examination.

Chapter 14. Anal Sac Expression and Cannulation.

Chapter 15. Enema.

Part II - SPECIALIZED CLINICAL PROCEDURES.

Chapter 16. Skin Preparation.

Chapter 17. Intubation.

Chapter 18. Gastric Lavage.

Chapter 19. Dental Examination and Prophylaxis.

Chapter 20. Nasopharyngeal Procedures.

Chapter 21. Transtracheal Aspiration.

Chapter 22. Centesis.

Chapter 23. Peritoneal Catheterization and Lavage.

Chapter 24. Needle Biopsy of Masses and Viscera.

Chapter 25. Urohydropropulsion.

Chapter 26. Prostatic Massage/Washing.

Chapter 27. Semen Collection and Artificial Insemination.

Chapter 28. Vaginal Examination and Specimen Collection.

Chapter 29. Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy.

Chapter 30. Cerebrospinal Fluid Collection.

Part III - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES.

Chapter 31. Rapid Evaluation of Bleeding and Clotting Disorders.

Chapter 32. Blood Transfusions.

Chapter 33. Placement of Intraosseous Catheters.

Chapter 34. Tracheostomy.

Part IV - ROUTINE CLINICAL PROCEDURES IN SMALL MAMMALS.

Chapter 35. Restraint of Rabbits.

Chapter 36. Selected Clinical Procedures in Rabbits.

Chapter 37. Selected Clinical Procedures in Small Rodents.

Index

Steven E. Crow, DVM, DACVIM, Cancer Treatment Center for VCA Highlands Animal Hospital

Sally O. Walshaw, MA, VMD, formerly of College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University and Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island.

Jennifer E. Boyle, DVM, Technician Development Coordinator in Northern California for VCA Animal Hospitals.

"This practical manual with up-to-date information on common veterinary procedures for small animals has been expanded to include basic restraint, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures in rodents and rabbits. … Very useful in helping users know both how and when to use each procedure." (Doody's, January 2010) "The third edition of this veterinary manual on common medical procedures for small mammals has been revised to include new clinical procedures as well as expanded coverage on rodents such as gerbils, hamsters and guinea pigs." (Book News, September 2009)

"This handy-sized paperback does exactly what is says on the cover. It is a lavishly illustrated book that details a range of clinical procedures - from handling to medication, to simple procedures (such as venepuncture) to move complex (such as tracheostomy and bone marrow biopsy).. and yes, it covers the range of species listed in the title." (Veterinary Nursing Times, 1 September 2012)
"One of the great strengths of this book is the inclusion of many techniques often lost in the cross-over between books written for nurses and those meant for clinicians.... This book would be very useful for veterinary students and veterinary nursing students just embarking on their clinical training, but would also not be out of place on a practice shelf, as a quick reference guide to performing some of the less commonly used procedures for more experienced practitioners." (Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 2010)
"This practical manual with up-to-date information on common veterinary procedures for small animals has been expanded to include basic restraint, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures in rodents and rabbits. ... Very useful in helping users know both how and when to use each procedure." (Doody's, January 2010)
"The third edition of this veterinary manual on common medical procedures for small mammals has been revised to include new clinical procedures as well as expanded coverage on rodents such as gerbils, hamsters and guinea pigs." (Book News, September 2009)