Veterinary science is the field of medicine, which is concerned with
animal health and welfare. Food production and safety, zoonosis control,
animal disease control and animal welfare are some of the key focuses of
this field. Animals suffer from a number of diseases, such as biliary
fever, leucosis, pneumonia, bladder stones, blain, filariasis, epilepsy,
fasciolosis, etc. Animal welfare involves considerations of disease,
longevity, immunosuppression, physiology, behavior and reproduction. It
is based on the belief that animals are sentient, and experience pain
and suffering. It also addresses the aspects of animal cruelty,
poaching, animal testing, behavioral enrichment, blood sport, etc. This
book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth
knowledge about animal health and welfare. From theories to research to
practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics
of relevance to veterinary medicine have been included herein. This
book, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely
beneficial to professionals and students involved in veterinary science
and medicine at various levels.