Caring for Your Dog: The Complete Canine Home Reference
It's always exciting to see a new book by noted veterinarian Fogle (Natural Dog Care), and his latest, which offers a clear, concise text and more than 600 full-color illustrations, is required reading for all serious dog owners. In an opening section comprising fewer than 100 pages, Fogle covers the essentials of selecting a dog, developing a human-canine partnership, and assuring responsible breeding. The remainder of the text focuses primarily on "Diseases and Disorders" and "First Aid and Emergencies." Just about anything average dog owners might encounter during the life of their pet is covered here in chapters organized by body system, e.g., "Hormonal System" addresses pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, and other disorders. There are also sections on geriatric health and euthanasia, nutrition, diagnostic aids, and medical interventions such as vaccines, antibiotics, holistic therapies, and surgical procedures and aftercare. Along with a thorough index, two valuable appendixes-an in-depth glossary and a section on zoonotic diseases-conclude this worthy volume. While UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Book of Dogs: A Complete Medical Reference Guide for Dogs and Puppies, edited by Mordecai Siegal, features similar treatment and organization, it lacks the exceptional illustrations found in Fogle's book. Highly recommended.Edell M. Schaefer, Brookfield P.L., WICopyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.