Publisher's Synopsis
Companion Animal Care and Welfare: The UFAW Companion Animal Handbook presents a comprehensive, accessible and practical reference for all parties seeking information about the proper care of companion animals.
- Identifies the needs of companion animals, explains how we know these needs, and gives scientifically-backed advice on how to meet these needs
- Promotes the most humane treatment and best possible care of our companion animals
- Addresses controversial issues such as selective breeding, companion animal showing, the keeping of exotic species, and the international pet trade
- Covers the husbandry and care of all major companion animal species, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians
