Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds

Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds, Second Edition offers a comprehensive reference to the gross and histologic features of diseases seen in pet and aviary birds.  Now with full–color images and more images throughout, the book provides a complete guide to the diagnosis of disease in avian pets, putting pathologic findings into context.  The Second Edition adds coverage of pigeons and chickens, more pathophysiology, increased information on prognosis and trends, and more diseases seen outside the United States.

Logically organized by body system, the book includes more than 850 color photographs showing disease lesions.  Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds is an essential resource for veterinary pathologists, diagnosticians, and avian veterinarians.

Key features

Provides a complete resource for identifying both common and not–so–common diseases in a wide range of avian species Includes more than 850 full–color images to show disease lesions Offers context for the interpretation of pathologic findings, promoting an understanding of the pathogenesis and epizootiology of disease Adds information on pigeons and chickens, pathophysiology, prognosis and trends, and globally relevant diseases Aids pathologists, diagnosticians, and avian veterinarians in identifying lesions in pet birds

Chapter 1. Cardiovascular System 

Chapter 2. Respiratory System 

Chapter 3. Gastrointestinal System and Pancreas 

Chapter 4. Liver 

Chapter 5. Urinary System 

Chapter 6. Reproductive System 

Chapter 7. Endocrine System 

Chapter 8. Lymphatic and Hematopoietic System 

Chapter 9. Musculoskeletal System 

Chapter 10. Nervous System 

Chapter 11. Integument 

Chapter 12. Special Sense Organs 

Chapter 13. Peritoneum and Mesenteries

Robert E. Schmidt, DVM, PhD, DACVP, is a consultant in veterinary pathology for veterinary diagnostic laboratories, zoological parks and aquariums, and veterinary practitioners specializing in diseases of birds, reptiles, fish, laboratory animals and zoo animals, based in Anthem, Arizona, USA.

Drury R. Reavill, DVM, DAVBP (Avian and Reptile & Amphibian Practice), DACVP, is a pathologist at the Zoo/Exotic Pathology Service in Carmichael, California, USA.  She provides diagnostic pathology services to exotic animal practitioners in clinical practices, zoological parks and aquariums, and animal rescue/rehabilitation facilities.

David N. Phalen, DVM, PhD, DAVBP (Avian Practice), is Associate Professor at the  University of Sydney in Camden, NSW, Australia where he teaches avian, exotic pet and wildlife medicine, provides diagnostic services to avian and exotic animal veterinarians, and  supervises the Masters of Wildlife Health and Population Management.