"Solidify your understanding of the most common diseases you'll encounter as a veterinary technician! Common Diseases of Companion Animals, 4th Edition is an easy-to-use reference that's divided into sections by species, with chapters in each section organized by body system. Each disease is presented in monograph form, with clinical signs, diagnostic laboratory work-up, treatment options, and client information to ensure the information you need is always available. New to this edition is coverage of backyard chickens and potbellied pigs This succinct text provides invaluable coverage for veterinary technology students and also serves as a handy reference for working practitioners." -- Provided by publisher.

Previous edition: Philadelphia: Elsevier, 2014.

Introduction: The body defense systems : the body's response to diseases -- Dogs and cats -- Ferrets, rodents and rabbits -- Birds -- Snakes, iguanas and turtles -- Horses -- Sheep and goats -- Farm animals -- Answers to review questions.