General and Veterinary Products

Product Type: Book

• The APBC Book of Companion Animal Behaviour

  edited by David Appleby

  

  The APBC Book of Companion Animal Behaviour, written by members of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors, provides an expert and professional perspective on how we enhance our pets' relationship with us and each other. This volume explores important aspects of canine, feline and rabbit psychology, illustrating why it is crucial to understand their mindset.

  Price: £16.49

  

• The APBC/CABTSG Manual of Behavioural First Aid

  

  (A4, 80 pages). A joint publication from CABTSG and APBC, the Manual is produced from extended notes that accompanied the Behavioural First-Aid events held for veterinary surgeons and other practice staff at three venues around the country. Chapters include: The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing (Sue Hull), Handling and Restraint (Trudi Atkinson), Cats in a Domestic Environment (Jon Bowen), Prevention of Behaviour Problems - the role of the veterinary practice (Caroline Bower), Short term Solutions to Minimise Problems whilst Awaiting Referral (David Appleby & Caroline Bower), Making Referrals Work for Everyone (Jon Bowen & Trudi Atkinson), Organic Aetiologies in Behavioural Problems (Rachel Casey), Drug Support - where and when drug support is helpful to support the behavioural modification programme (Sarah Heath). Every veterinary practice should have one!

  Price: £19.00

  

• Behaviour Problems in Small Animals

  Sarah Heath and Jon Bowen

  

  This manual is a concise and accessible guide to the diagnosis and treatment of behavioural problems in the domestic cat and dog. Behaviour Problems in Small Animals begins by giving advice for the practice including a chapter on running puppy classes and kitten information evenings. It then goes on to cover the basic tools in behavioural medicine with chapters ranging from learning theory and behavioural modification to the role of pharmacology in behavioural medicine. The latter parts examine common canine and feline behavioural problems, including canine and feline fear, anxiety and phobia; canine and feline aggressions; and feline housesoiling and marking. The collection of handouts in the appendices is targeted at the client for use in the treatment of problems, making it easy to implement the treatment strategies in the book.
  Features:

  • Current information about feline idiopathic cystitis and feline orofacial pain syndrome
  • Supported by problem treatment handouts for clients
  • Easily accessible information aided by ‘immediate action’ boxes plus diagnosis, treatment and prevention boxes for each condition
  • Practical use of pheramone products indicated

  Price: £28.99

  

• Canine Behaviour: A Guide for Veterinarians

  Bonnie V. Beaver

  

  This new resource offers a comprehensive examination of normal and abnormal canine behavior. Written by a respected veterinary authority, it helps the reader thoroughly understand, accurately diagnose, and effectively treat a wide spectrum of problems. A wealth of case examples make the guidance in this book easy to apply.

  Price: £27.99

  

• Clinical Behavioural Medicine for Small Animals

  Karen Overall, MA, VMD

  

  Animal behaviour treatment is a growing component in today's veterinary practice. This is an authoritative, scientifically-based reference on preventing, diagnosing and successfully treating behaviour cases. Every kind of problem, from aggressive behaviour to self-mutilation is discussed. It offers step-by-step guidelines, so practitioners can successfully manage behavioural problems from the first indication.

  Price: £52.99

  

• Feline Behaviour: A Guide for Veterinarians

  Bonnie V. Beaver

  

  One-of-a-kind text takes a comprehensive look at all aspects of feline behaviour - from the history that shaped the original behaviour to its changing roles for humans. Written by a veterinarian for veterinarians, this book gives readers a wealth of information on recent findings on cat behaviour, today's treatment options, plus ways veterinarians can deal with feline behaviour problems ... pertinent information rarely found in a single source. Dozens of case studies document treatment strategies for specific behaviour problems.

  Price: £28.99