Synopses & Reviews
The
Dog Anatomy Workbook is not a text book of anatomy, but a practical learning aid that will help readers grasp important aspects of canine topographical anatomy. Throughout there are interactive opportunities to color and label bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, internal organs and all other systems of the canine body. The ability to both see” and do” something while studying the intricacies of body structure is an effective method of learning and one which readers can tailor to their own needs. The editor has added various items of clinical relevance all the way through the book to remind readers how important anatomy is to diagnosis and treatment. The book will be of value to a wide range of people—veterinary and veterinary technician students and practitioners, animal science students, kennel staff, groomers, dog physical therapists and other care givers, as well as owners, artists, and others who are interested in dogs. It strikes a good balance between the anatomical exactitude and achievable, practical learning.
About the Author
Andrew Gardiner, BVM&S, Cert SAS, MSc, PhD, MRCVS, is a Veterinary Clinical Lecturer at University of Edinburgh, Scotland. He is also the author of First Aid for Dogs.
Maggie Raynor is a sought-after animal illustrator. She trained in sculpture at Sheffield College of Art and moved on to study print-making at the Royal College of Art. She lives in Sheffield, England.
Table of Contents
How to Use this Book
Introduction Some Tips for Learning Anatomy
1. Terms of Orientation and Direction
2. The Head Bones, Joints and Dental Anatomy
3. Soft Tissues of the Head and Neck
4. The Axial Skeleton
5. Forelimb Bones and Joints
6. Forelimb Muscles and Tendons
7. Hind Limb Bones and Joints
8. Hind Limb Muscles and Tendons
9. The Body Wall
10. The Thorax
11. The Abdomen
12. Pelvic Area and Perineum
13. Joints and Ligaments of the Body
14. Arteries and Veins of the Body
15. Lymph Nodes of the Body
16. Nerves of the Body
17. Surface Anatomy