Veterinary anatomy of domestic mammals (2^nd Ed.)

A revised edition of this bestselling textbook. It contains a unique blend of text, colour photographs, imaging and diagrams describing the gross systematic and topographical anatomy of domestic mammals. Throughout the book the authors focus on anatomical relationships to clinical conditions and where appropriate, to microscopic anatomy, histology, embryology and physiology. Greatest emphasis is given to dog and cat and horse, with relevant information on ox/cow, pig, sheep, goat and rabbit. The book combines meticulous science and superb illustrations, and will be a life-long source of reference for veterinary students, practitioners, educators and researchers.

Introduction and General anatomy. History of veterinary anatomy. Directional terms and planes of the animal body. Division of the animal body in organs and organ systems. Locomotor apparatus. Axial skeleton. Fasciae and muscles of the head, neck and trunk. Forelimb or thoracic limb. Hindlimb or pelvic limb. Statics and dynamics. Body cavities and viscera. Digestive system. Respiratory system. Urinary system. Male genital organs. Female genital organs. Organs of the cardiovascular system. Immune system and lymphatic organs. Nervous system. Endocrine glands. Eye. Vestibulocochlear organ. Common integument. Topographical-clinical anatomy. References. Glossary of Terms. Index.

Students, practitioners, educators and researchers in veterinary medicine and comparative anatomy