Gamebird Medicine and Management

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Covering species such as pheasants, quail, partridges, peafowl, guinea fowl, and ornamental Galliformes, the book combines veterinary medicine with production management, conservation, and regulatory considerations. Richly illustrated with clinical photographs and practical examples, it serves as a valuable resource for both clinical practice and gamebird management.

The book covers topics including:

• History of gamebird production
• Laws and regulations governing gamebirds
• Species identification and behaviour
• Anatomy and physiology
• Housing and environmental management
• Nutrition and feeding programs
• Biosecurity and disease prevention
• Vaccination programs
• Medication and treatment protocols
• Diagnostic procedures
• Respiratory diseases
• Digestive diseases
• Musculoskeletal disorders
• Neurological diseases
• Dermatological diseases
• Multisystemic diseases
• Toxicological disorders
• Necropsy techniques
• Medication regulations
• Guinea fowl medicine
• Exhibition Galliformes
• Peafowl medicine
• Conservation breeding and wildlife management

Combining practical clinical guidance with modern management principles, this reference helps veterinarians and gamebird professionals diagnose disease, improve flock health, and develop effective management strategies for both commercial and conservation settings. It also fills an important gap in the veterinary literature by bringing together information that is often difficult to find in a single source.

Who is this book for?

• Poultry veterinarians
• Avian veterinarians
• Zoo veterinarians
• Wildlife veterinarians
• Gamebird producers
• Conservationists
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary diagnosticians