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Climate Change Biology is the first major textbook to address the critical issue of how climate change may affect life on the planet, and particularly its impact on human populations.
Split in 3 parts, the book addresses the specific aspects of behavioural biology. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals with basic aspects of dog behaviour. The final part emphasises on the behavioural problems, their prevention and cure.
A practical quick reference guide, this book covers the human-animal bond, canine communication, the genetic basis of behaviour, behaviour in young and older dogs, training options and treatment, early life socialisation, handling, dealing with nervous or aggressive dogs, phobias, owner relations and referral advice for vet nurses.
A comprehensive, practical text which covers a diverse range of hydroponic and protected cropping techniques, systems, greenhouse types and environments. It also covers related subjects such as the use of indoor plant factories, vertical systems, organic hydroponics, aquaponics and other systems.
This text provides a thorough grounding in the basic sciences underpinning current farmed animal breeding practice. It relates science to practical application in all the major farmed animal species: cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, pigs and fish.
This bestselling title, now in its fourth edition, provides a comprehensive description of the anatomy and physiology of the most commonly encountered companion and farm animals. It covers the systematic anatomy and physiology of dogs and cats, exotic small species including birds, and domestic farm animals including the horse.
This book guides readers through the major aspects of veterinary cytology from sample collection, preparation, and staining, to the criteria used to examine the slide and draft a quality cytological report. It provides comprehensive coverage of the cutaneous and subcutaneous lesions encountered in dogs and cats, with a new and schematic approach.
This new and updated edition covers major topics of interest to blueberry breeders and researchers: botany, physiology, nutrition, growth regulation, photosynthesis, environment, weeds, pests, diseases and postharvest management. The focus is on the highbush blueberry, though information on other blueberries and related species is also provided.
Farm Animal Behaviour provides essential information on normal and stereotypic behaviours in a wide variety of farm animals to help in the assessment and diagnosis of their welfare, and is for students in veterinary and animal sciences.
The third edition of this popular graduate-level text introduces the reader to the investigation of vegetation systems with an emphasis on data analysis. It covers pattern recognition, pattern testing, static and dynamic modelling and model testing including spatial and temporal aspects of ecosystems.
This edition brings together many examples of temperate agroforestry and makes valuable reading for all those working in this area as researchers, practitioners and policy makers. It includes additional chapters on India and Chile, and as a result of ongoing advances in the field, separate chapters on the US, Canada, the UK and continental Europe.
This book presents a clear set of integrative concepts for understanding the overall physiology and growth of temperate deciduous fruit trees. The emphasis is on overarching principles rather than detailed descriptions of tree physiology or differences among the numerous species of fruit trees. Although the focus is on deciduous fruit trees many aspects apply to evergreen fruit trees and trees that grow naturally in unmanaged situations.
This book is the first, comprehensive, authoritative field guide and distribution atlas for the butterflies of Cyprus, assembled by authors with a combined experience spanning over 50 years of study of the island's butterflies.
Festivals and events come with their own unique challenges and opportunities, so destinations must consider their responsibility to local people and host them sustainably. This book covers the sustainability, community involvement and destination marketing aspects of festivals and events, as well as marketing, branding and promotion.
This book examines the risks to the emotional well-being of animal welfare staff and veterinary professionals. It provides practical solutions, coping strategies and various techniques aimed at restoring a work-life balance as well as giving guidance on creating healthy approaches to self-care for the emotionally challenging work undertaken by anyone working directly with animals. There is: practical advice on recognizing the risks such as compassion fatigue, burnout, and imposter syndrome; guidance on creating emotional resilience through healthy coping strategies; down-to-earth advice on supporting front line team members and public-facing animal care teams; and a range of case studies by experts that help give professionals the strength to make positive changes.
"Behaviour problems are a significant cause of companion animal relinquishment and euthanasia. This book provides up to date information about animal behaviour as well as practical advice on how veterinary practice professionals can manage undesirable animal behaviour and give down to earth, appropriate and trusted advice to owners"--
"This book provides an overview of the history and evolution of tourism to the present, and speculates on possible and probable change into the future. It uses several practitioner-linked, real-life examples and case studies derived from all aspects of the tourism, travel and events industries"--
"Based on Norwegian scholar Sondre Svalastog's work, this book promotes research-based knowledge for the tourism industry, considering social, cultural and natural resources, as well as the importance of local conditions. It provides a wide selection of case studies covering how to maximise potential for both host and tourist's benefit"--
"This book describes the huge opportunity to modify insect phenotypes through genetic engineering to benefit human health and agriculture. Precise DNA modifications and gene drive approaches are much more focused with improved safety. The development of modelling, ethical considerations, public response and regulatory oversight is covered"--
"Focusing exclusively on tourism development, planning and policy, this book draws together new voices to provide case studies illuminating issues across western Europe. It adopts a range of methodological approaches to cover areas such as industrial tourism, natural and cultural heritage, and micro-destinations, and considers post-COVID tourism"--
This new edition is fully updated throughout. While mainly covering rabbits bred for meat and fur, it also contains practical information on pet rabbits, show rabbits and rabbits used as laboratory animals. It addresses the core topics for any rabbit specialist as well as expanded coverage of animal welfare and coat colour genetics.
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