This newly revised Twelfth Edition of Diseases of Swine is designed to serve as a comprehensive and detailed reference on swine health and disease. It offers swine health specialists the information and knowledge they need to effectively respond to and treat pig diseases. It provides coverage of individual pig and herd health, making the book an effective resource for addressing diseases at the farm, local, regional, and global levels.

With contributions and updates from more than 100 international experts in swine health, this edition of Diseases of Swine provides improved organization and ease of access, allowing readers to quickly find the information they need. The new edition also includes new and updated chapters on surveillance, monitoring, and biosecurity, as well as information concerning new emerged and transboundary infectious agents.

Readers will also find:

A thorough introduction to herd evaluation and considerations of pig behavior and welfare
Comprehensive explorations of environment and health, including recommended air temperatures, minimum ventilation rates, and more
Practical discussions on differential diagnosis of disease
Complete coverage of drug pharmacology, therapy, and prophylaxis

Written for practicing swine veterinarians, academicians, and veterinary students, Diseases of Swine, Twelfth Edition will also benefit professionals working with agencies responsible for swine health, public health, or zoonotic diseases.

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Yes, you can access Diseases of Swine by Jeffrey J. Zimmerman,Eric R. Burrough,Locke A. Karriker,Kent J. Schwartz,Jianqiang Zhang in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Veterinary Medicine. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.