Ethics in Veterinary Practice - Balancing Conflicting Interests

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Rather than presenting abstract philosophical concepts, the book focuses on real-world ethical dilemmas encountered in everyday veterinary practice. It combines ethical theory with practical case discussions, enabling readers to develop structured approaches to difficult clinical decisions while promoting animal welfare, professional integrity, and evidence-based practice.

The book covers topics including:

• Foundations of veterinary ethics
• Animal welfare science
• The moral status of animals
• Ethical theories and decision-making frameworks
• Veterinary ethics and the law
• Professionalism in veterinary medicine
• Veterinary advocacy
• Economic influences on clinical decision-making
• Medical errors and professional responsibility
• Ethical issues in companion animal practice
• Shelter medicine
• Outdoor cats and population control
• Behavioural medicine
• Referrals and specialist care
• End-of-life decision-making
• Laboratory animal ethics
• Food animal ethics
• Equine ethics
• Zoo and wildlife medicine
• Exotic pet medicine
• Integrative veterinary medicine
• Corporate veterinary practice
• Animal use in veterinary education
• Animal abuse and neglect
• Moral stress and wellbeing in the veterinary profession
• The future of veterinary ethics

Through practical examples and thoughtful discussion, the book encourages veterinarians to critically evaluate complex situations and develop ethically sound, patient-centered solutions. It is an invaluable resource for clinicians, educators, and students seeking to strengthen ethical reasoning in veterinary medicine.

Who is this book for?

• Veterinarians
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary technicians
• Veterinary nurses
• Veterinary educators
• Animal welfare professionals
• Veterinary ethicists
• Researchers in veterinary and animal ethics