Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook

by Debra M. Eldredge

Open the front cover and the first two pages you see contain the Index of Signs and Symptoms, from Abdomen (painful, swollen, distended, and tucked up) to Weight loss, Wheezing, and Whining (continual). There's a comprehensive index in back, of course, running the gamut from Abortion to Zinc-Responsive Dermatosis, which is all very useful, but when your pooch is in pain, it's great to be able to turn, with the minimum of folderol, to the page that says to relax, it's nothing a bit of extra grooming won't fix, or alternatively to hightail it over to the vet hospital. It's a wonderful reference for any dog owner, with chapters on emergencies (such as burns, dehydration, and poisoning), as well as worms, infectious diseases, skin care, and canine eyes, ears, and nose. There are chapters on the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems, the nervous, musculoskeletal, and urinary systems, plus dog sex, whelping, puppy pediatrics, geriatrics, and chapters on cancers and medications. In short, it covers every health dimension a dog owner might want to know more about, identifies the possible causes, helps you determine the severity of the condition, and indicates what treatments or actions to take to best insure your dog's good health. --Stephanie Gold

Genres: Reference, Animals, Dogs, Nonfiction, Nature

656 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 23, 1980

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

I thought this would be a handy reference to have given that I live 1 hour away from a vet. I've used this to learn more about what's going on with my dog when I perceive something is not right. Each time, this book suggests that it is a serious problem and that I should take my dog to the emergency room because she could be close to death. I prefer to go to pets.webmd.com, which includes some articles from this book. I will remove it from my library when I move.

[Antonia · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good book for Veterinary Medicine students and Veterinarians alike, that will be an educational anchor for me for many years to come. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I totally recommend it to all Veterinary Medince students out there who want to learn more about the handling and treatment of dogs.

[LaShana Claude · Rating 3 out of 5]

The classic bestseller—expanded and updatedThe guide dog lovers have relied on for more than twenty-seven years, this handbook has been extensively revised to include the latest information on everything from canine healthcare to nutrition to holistic treatments. Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, Fourth Edition, is the definitive guide for every dog owner. It puts vital information at your fingertips, with:
An index of signs and symptoms to help you find information fast
Clearly written, step-by-step directions for handling common canine ailments and problems
A chapter on emergencies that explains what to do immediately for shock, broken bones, burns, dehydration, heat stroke, poisoning, insect stings and bites, wounds, and more
Hundreds of photos and drawings that illustrate what to look for and what to do to provide the best care for your dog
A glossary of terms
With this guide, you'll know when to rush your pet to the vet and when you can begin treatment at home. You'll communicate more effectively with your vet. You'll have the latest information on every aspect of your dog's medical care when you need it. This is the hands-on reference you'll trust again and again.
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[Cham Family · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cuốn “Dog Owner’s Home Veterinary Handbook” giống như một “manual” thú y phổ thông cho chủ nuôi. Sức mạnh của sách nằm ở phần chẩn đoán theo triệu chứng: mỗi mục đều có mô tả ngắn, nguyên nhân thường gặp, cách sơ cứu an toàn tại nhà và ngưỡng cần đưa đi bác sĩ. Mình thích cách nhóm tác giả giải thích thuật ngữ rất dễ hiểu (ví dụ: tiêu chảy cấp vs. dai dẳng, mất nước mức độ nào là nguy hiểm). Phần thuốc và liều dùng được trình bày thận trọng, nhấn mạnh tầm quan trọng của tư vấn chuyên môn trước khi áp dụng. Bên cạnh xử lý bệnh, sách có chương dự phòng: tiêm phòng, ký sinh trùng, vệ sinh tai – răng – da, đặc biệt hữu ích với những giống dễ viêm da. Với người nuôi ở Việt Nam, đây là tài liệu tham khảo tuyệt vời để không hoang mang khi cún ốm: bạn biết nên theo dõi gì, làm gì trước, trao đổi gì với bác sĩ. Điểm trừ nhỏ: bố cục dày, lần đầu sẽ hơi “ngợp”, nhưng tra cứu theo mục lục rất nhanh. 4.5/5 ★.

[Maria Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome book that I have referenced more than one. Great and helpful advice. A must have book for all dog parents.

[Rena Sherwood · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a review of the fourth edition.

Although in some minor ways, the book is out of date, the majority of it still applies. If you have a sick dog and the power is out, this book will let you know if a trip to the Emergency Veterinarian is necessary. I like to have important knowledge like dog health in books because the Internet, Internet capable devices and electricity are all just so damn capricious.

The index is especially good. If my dog has a strange symptom, like seizures, I can quickly look it up ... after I made an appointment with the vet. (Well I remember those days. I had two dogs with seizures.) Borderline worrisome conditions like constipation or hair loss are also thoroughly indexed. There are helpful photographs, as well.

Back in my freelance writing days, I used this book as a reference for dog care articles. The book paid for itself many times over.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book forr every dog owner to have. It doesn't have color photos but it has an incredibly wide variety of medical condition that any dog owner may see. It is not meant to diagnose or treat but to guide a dog owner. It has tables of vaccinations that are required and not required (but vets always say you should get), plants and their toxicity and effects on dogs, basic first aid and many many more. It is organized to easily find the condition you are looking for. Chapters are organized into emergencies, parasites, infectious diseases and then following chapters are based on the area/system affected (skin/coat, gastrointestinal, eyes, nose etc.). Easy to read and understand.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm constantly turning to this book for troubleshooting with my dog. I have a late-90s edition of this book and it looks like the authors have since parted ways and written separate books. Regardless, I highly recommend this for anyone with a dog who wants to learn more about caring for their pet at home.

[Chiek Er · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive and useful for dog lovers and Vetetrinarians

Great effort of a compendium for laymen interested in veterinary medicine for dogs. Very thorough and informative. There is an excellent glossary in the back to help people with the veterinary jargons. This book is also excellent for Veterinarians who need help in explaning medical matters to their clients.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

ESSENTIAL! Very well written. Easy to access the info you need. Great index of signs and symptoms in the front cover. Superb book.

[Kerri Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

For my Dog Pepper

[Fredrick Danysh · Rating 3 out of 5]

A medical guide for dog owners. It covers disease, injury, nutition, and breeding.

[Jennifer]

I just got this from the library.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a veterinary nurse this is one book I wish every dog owner would read!

[Terri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am keeping this book cause it got great inform and pictures include.

[Chiek Er · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book for dog lovers interested in their dog´s health and wanting to understand Veterinary Medicine without too much pain

[Jwee Chiek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Veterinary medicine on dogs for the laymen.

[瑞傑 余 · Rating 5 out of 5]

這本關於狗健康和獸醫學是 寫給普通愛狗者的。 寫得非常詳細而且容易理解。

[Susan Langer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent reference for the dog owner or foster.

[Christina Hammond · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely amazing book. Every dog owner should have!

[Tim Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every dog owner needs this at some point!

[Kellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding book to use as reference for dog owners. Has great pictures of medical problems.

[Jc Er · Rating 5 out of 5]

Veterinary medicine on dogs for Dummies