BSAVA Manual of Guinea Pigs

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Unlike broader exotic animal references, this manual focuses exclusively on guinea pigs, highlighting the unique aspects of their anatomy, physiology, husbandry, diagnosis, and treatment. It delivers practical clinical advice that can be applied in everyday veterinary practice.

The book covers topics including:

• Guinea pig biology, anatomy, and physiology
• Husbandry, nutrition, and environmental management
• Clinical examination and handling techniques
• Diagnostic procedures and laboratory testing
• Diagnostic imaging
• Anaesthesia and analgesia
• Nursing care and hospital management
• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery
• Dentistry and oral diseases
• Dermatological conditions
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Respiratory diseases
• Cardiovascular disorders
• Urinary and reproductive diseases
• Neurological disorders
• Ophthalmology
• Infectious and parasitic diseases
• Preventive healthcare and welfare
• Step-by-step investigation of thin and anorexic guinea pigs
• Drug formulary with dosages and prescribing guidance
• Toxic plants and substances affecting guinea pigs

Designed for rapid clinical consultation, the manual combines practical treatment recommendations with the latest evidence in guinea pig medicine. It is an invaluable resource for veterinary teams caring for one of the fastest-growing exotic companion animal species.

Who is this book for?

• Small animal veterinarians
• Exotic animal veterinarians
• Veterinary nurses
• Veterinary technicians
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary professionals treating guinea pigs and other small mammals