The Immunology of the Dog

by Ian R. Tizard
July 2024

The Immunology of the Dog is a comprehensive scientific reference dedicated to the structure and function of the canine immune system. This book explores innate and adaptive immunity, breed-related immune differences, vaccination responses, hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, and host defense against infectious diseases.

For a clinically oriented companion resource, this book pairs perfectly with Clinical Immunology of the Dog and Cat, 2nd Edition, which connects immunologic mechanisms to real-world diagnosis and treatment in dogs and cats.

The Immunology of the Dog is the first readily available, single-source, comprehensive review of the canine immune system. The book discusses all immunologic aspects of diseases of the dog and relates recent basic science to important clinical issues. Sections cover the evolution and domestication of the dog, provide detailed information on immunity to infectious diseases, canine allergic diseases, the top canine autoimmune diseases, and canine immunodeficiencies. This book offers professionals in veterinary research and practice complete information on all aspects of canine immunology in one essential resource.

• Introduces the first comprehensive review of canine immunology
• Links recent basic science to important clinical issues in dogs
• Provides detailed and current information in one resource

Ideal for veterinary clinical researchers, with obvious application to small-animal veterinarians, especially canine specialists. Comparative biologists, mammalian biologists, veterinary students, and academics. Perhaps even interested pet owners.