Veterinary Forensics: Animal Cruelty Investigations

Merck, Melinda D. DVM

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Blackwell Professional Publishing
ISBN:	0-8138-1501-0 (0813815010)
ISBN-13:	978-0-8138-1501-5 (9780813815015)
New Edition:	0-470-96162-7
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2007
Publish Date:	07/07
Weight:	1.96 Lbs.
Pages:	368
Carton Quantity:	24
Subject Class:	VET (Veterinary Medicine)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 12 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Table Of Contents:	View
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Veterinary Med
Subject Definition:	Animal Welfare; Forensic Med; Vet Medicine
NLM Class:	SF 769.47
LC Class:	SF769.47
Abstract:	Veterinary Forensics is a practical reference for veterinarians, pathologists and investigators. Written by a leading expert in veterinary forensics, it provides the background and resources needed to work with animal abuse cases. The book offers detailed and clear direction on crime scene investigation, forensic testing and forensic pathology findings, as well as guidance on handling evidence and conducting evaluations that will hold up in court. Primarily focused on dogs and cats, the principles and techniques in this book can be applied easily to other species as well. Photographs highlight pertinent forensic findings in animals, and extensive appendices include forms for examination, report writing, entomology collection, body condition scoring, forensic kits, forensic specialists and labs, and web resources.

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