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Behavior of Exotic Pets Paperback - 2010 - 1st Edition

by Valarie V. Tynes (Editor)

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Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. Divided into species-specific chapters, the book explains the normal behavior for each group of animals, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. The book also addresses animals' environmental needs based on their behavior to enable owners to provide better husbandry and avoid potential problems. Descriptions of common behavioral problems are included, with practical recommendations for their treatment or management.

This text is essential for any veterinary professional who would like to improve their knowledge of exotic animal behavior. It also serves as a valuable reference for animal behaviorists, exotic animal veterinarians, veterinary students, and anyone caring for these animals in captivity.

Key features:

  • The first and only book on exotic pet behavior written by behaviorists

  • Covers a wide range of exotic pet species

  • Discusses methods for treating and managing common behavioral problems

  • Offers practical advice on topics such as housing and handling of animals

  • Includes separate chapters on learning, welfare, and behavioral pharmacology

From the rear cover

Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. The book is divided into chapters devoted to particular species or groups of species commonly kept as exotic pets. The normal behavior for each group of animals is explained, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. The animals' environmental needs based on their behavior are covered to enable owners to provide better husbandry and avoid potential behavioral problems. Descriptions of common behavioral problems are included, with practical recommendations for their treatment or management.

This text is essential for any veterinary professional who would like to improve their knowledge of exotic animal behavior in order to provide enhanced treatment of their clients' pets. It also serves as a valuable reference for animal behaviorists, veterinary students and anyone caring for these animals in captivity.

Key features:

  1. Covers the full range of exotic pets, including some that aren't covered in any other texts, highlighting what is unique to each individual species.
  2. Practical consideration is given to issues like housing and handling of animals.
  3. Separate chapters on learning, welfare and behavioral pharmacology are also included, all with practical applications for those treating or caring for exotic pets.

Details

  • Title Behavior of Exotic Pets
  • Author Valarie V. Tynes (Editor)
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 250
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Wiley-Blackwell, U.S.A.
  • Date 2010-08
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780813800783 / 0813800781
  • Weight 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.8 x 8.6 x 0.6 in (27.43 x 21.84 x 1.52 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Wild animals as pets, Behavior, Animal
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2010001845
  • Dewey Decimal Code 636.088

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Citations

  • Scitech Book News, 12/01/2010, Page 132

About the author

Valarie V. Tynes DVM, Dipl. ACVB, is an Animal Behavior Consultant based in Texas. She gained her Board Certification from the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists in 2003 following a three year residency at the University of California Davis. She previously practiced small and exotic animal medicine for almost 15 years before specializing. Valarie frequently speaks at veterinary continuing education courses and writes for several different veterinary journals. Her particular area of interest is exotic animals.
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