Diseases of the Digestive System
Chapter 27 Diseases of the Digestive System The digestive system of the bird is different from that of mammals. Birds have no teeth for cutting and grinding food. The esophagus,…
Overview of Reptiles as Pets
Chapter 37 Overview of Reptiles as Pets Like birds, reptiles hold a special place in the hearts of many pet owners. They are different from a dog and cat, they…
Diseases of the Digestive System
Chapter 39 Diseases of the Digestive System SNAKES Snakes are frequently seen in the clinic for digestive problems. Infectious Stomatitis Infectious stomatitis, commonly called “mouth rot,” is a frequently seen…
Diseases of the Digestive System
Chapter 49 Diseases of the Digestive System NORMAL DIGESTIVE SYSTEM ANATOMY The digestive tract of the horse is that of an animal that was designed for grazing—that is, constant walking…
Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 66 Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System Lameness issues in sheep and goats are noticed mainly when the animals cannot move around to graze and feed efficiently. Some animals, however,…
Diseases of the Reproductive System
Chapter 45 Diseases of the Reproductive System SNAKES Diseases of the reproductive system in the snake include dystocias, oviduct and cloacal prolapse, and penile prolapse. Some species of snakes such…
Diseases of the Integumentary System
Chapter 31 Diseases of the Integumentary System The avian skin is much thinner and more easily damaged than that of mammals. The layers of the skin (epidermis, dermis, and subcuticular)…
Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 7 Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System The musculoskeletal system is responsible for movement and shape in all animals. Animals must be able to move, find food, seek shelter, and…
Diseases of the Special Senses
Chapter 41 Diseases of the Special Senses SNAKES The ear has both auditory and vestibular function in the snake. In many reptiles, the ear is located in a shallow depression…
Diseases of the Reproductive System
Chapter 22 Diseases of the Reproductive System THE FERRET Estrogen Toxicosis Estrogen toxicosis is perhaps the most well-known disease affecting the reproductive tract in ferrets. Because ferrets experience induced ovulation,…
