[Jan. 10 2025] Infectious Disease Control in Animal Shelters: Strategies and Protocols

A Comprehensive Guide to Infectious Disease Management in Animal Shelters

This book is a comprehensive guide to addressing the critical need for effective infectious disease management in animal shelters. It offers practical, evidence-based strategies for preventing, managing, and treating infectious diseases in shelters, bridging scientific research and practical application. This resource equips veterinarians, shelter workers, and policymakers with tools to enhance animal welfare and public health.

Key Features

• Evidence-Based Strategies: It offers practical, evidence-based strategies for preventing, managing, and treating infectious diseases in shelters.
• Comprehensive Coverage: It explores a wide range of diseases affecting dogs, cats, birds, rodents, rabbits, ferrets, and guinea pigs, delivering actionable insights into their causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention.
• Specialized Chapters: Specific chapters cover dermatological diseases, feline respiratory illnesses, avian infections, and zoonotic risks, with a focus on vaccination protocols and biosecurity measures.
• Practical Solutions: Specialized sections address challenges in managing small mammals and the unique requirements for various species in shelter environments.
• Public Health Focus: Its focus on practical, adaptable solutions makes it essential for improving the health and well-being of animals in shelters and the communities they impact.