Medicine and Surgery of Camelids, 3rd Edition

by Murray E. Fowler
August 2010

Medicine and Surgery of Camelids is the classic comprehensive reference on llamas, alpacas, vicunas, guanacos, and camels. With information on topics ranging from nutrition and management to infectious diseases and emergency care, this book provides information on the health and maintenance of these species. Updates to the Third Edition include new information on camels; full color throughout; significant revisions to the parentage verification, infectious diseases, anesthesia, restraint, and nutrition sections; and additional information on the alpaca genome. This is an essential resource for practicing veterinarians, zoo veterinarians, and veterinary students.

• The classic comprehensive reference on llamas, alpacas, vicunas, guanacos, and camels.
• Includes expanded information on camels; significant updates to the parentage verification, infectious diseases, anesthesia, restraint, and nutrition sections; and additional information on the alpaca genome.
• Full color throughout.
• Retains the previous edition’s logical organization, beginning with the basics of camelid care and moving into specific information divided by body system.
• An essential resource for practicing veterinarians, zoo veterinarians, researchers, and veterinary students.