by Naomi Bell (Editor)
Veterinary science is the scientific field that is involved in the health and well-being of animals. Some of the aspects which are dealt within veterinary science are livestock management, microbiology, genetics, pharmacology and surgery. Veterinary medicine is a sub-field of veterinary science which focuses on the prevention, treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Some of the common procedures performed under this field are docking of tails, debarking on dogs, declawing of cats, etc. Veterinary science is also involved in the promotion of human health through monitoring and controlling zoonotic diseases. These are infectious diseases that are transmitted from non-human animals to humans. They can be caused by viruses, bacteria and parasites. This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex discoveries in the field of veterinary science. It will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this field. The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of veterinary science and the recent researches and advances in this field.