This revised and expanded reference is a valuable aid for the practicing veterinary clinician in diagnosing
and determining treatment for toxic exposures in small animals, and for veterinary students as a supplement to
their classroom instruction. It contains chapters addressings nontraditional areas of toxicology not covered in
conventional toxicology texts. It also covers areas of toxicology which seem basic but are rarely discussed, such
as taking a toxicological history, establishing a minimum database, providing supportive care, and managing emergency
treatment of the poisoned patient. The book is organized into three sections, including 20 new chapters and new
topics such as grapes and raisins, lilies, "Christmas time" plants, mercury, and accidental poisoning
in non-traditional pets.
Key Features
New two-color design makes the book more esthetically pleasing and allows for quick retrieval of information
Toxic Plant Information Summary tables make treatments for plant intoxications easy to find
Toxic Plant Quick Reference Based on Clinical Signs tables are included, to support small-animal veterinarians
in cases of potential toxic plant ingestion
Summary charts at the beginning of each chapter in the Specific Toxicants section contain bulleted lists with
clear-cut information on the specific toxicant, the clinical signs, and prognosis
A comprehensive review of all known potentially toxic substances is provided, from A (acetaminophen) to Z
(zinc), including the very latest on grape and raisin toxicity � making this the most up-to-date and thorough text
in this field
45 different experts contribute to this book, all from the field of veterinary toxicology and medicine
New to this Edition
20 new chapters have been added
New topics include a list of toxicants affecting body systems, management of toxins in pregnancy, diagnostic
toxicology, bacterial toxins, and cosmetic/toilet articles
Snake-bite injuries are treated in two separate, expanded chapters: Pit Vipers and Coral Snakes
Section on pharmaceuticals includes bromides, anticonvulsants, tricycle antidepressants, monoamine oxidize
inhibitors, B-adrenergic toxicities, and vitamins A and D
Additional specific toxicants are covered, including Amitraz, hydramethylon, ethanol, mercury, toad toxins,
poisonous frogs, salamanders, newts and venomous arthropods