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Small Animal Clinical Techniques,
Edition 4Editors: By Susan Meric Taylor, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM
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01 Aug 2026
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Master the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential to small animal veterinary practice! Small Animal Clinical Techniques, 4th Edition, provides an illustrated, step-by-step guide to more than 100 of the most common clinical procedures performed on dogs, cats, and other small animals. For quick reference, the text is organized by body system and describes the purpose, indications and contraindications, potential complications, equipment, positioning, and restraint for each technique. Written by Susan M. Taylor, an experienced educator in Small Animal Medicine, this resource also helps you prepare for success on the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE).
Key Features
- The 100 most common procedures performed by veterinary technicians and assistants are described in a clear, concise, and highly visual way
- Consistent approach to procedures includes step-by-step instructions, principles, drawings, and color photographs to show you how to think through the procedures in a logical manner and perform the skills well
- Case studies reinforce clinical experience and help you apply your knowledge to everyday practice
- Detailed photographs and drawings provide an in-depth understanding of relevant anatomy
- Narrated videos on the Evolve website demonstrate clinical techniques and physical examination procedures, and serve as a perfect review tool
New Features
- NEW! Updated chapters include the latest ocular and dermatologic techniques
- NEW techniques are added throughout the book, including procedures such as measuring blood pressure and intraoccular pressure
About the author
By Susan Meric Taylor, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM, Professor of Small Animal Medicine, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
1. Physical Examination
2. Venous Blood Collection
3. Arterial Blood Collection
4. Injection Techniques
5. Vascular Access Techniques
6. Dermatologic Techniques
7. Ear Examination
8. Ocular Techniques
9. Respiratory System Techniques
10. Cardiac Techniques
11. Gastrointestinal System Techniques
12. Urinary System Techniques
13. Vaginal Cytology
14. Bone Marrow Collection
15. Arthrocentesis
16. Neurologic Examination
17. Cerebrospinal Fluid Collection
18. Tests to Assess Clotting
2. Venous Blood Collection
3. Arterial Blood Collection
4. Injection Techniques
5. Vascular Access Techniques
6. Dermatologic Techniques
7. Ear Examination
8. Ocular Techniques
9. Respiratory System Techniques
10. Cardiac Techniques
11. Gastrointestinal System Techniques
12. Urinary System Techniques
13. Vaginal Cytology
14. Bone Marrow Collection
15. Arthrocentesis
16. Neurologic Examination
17. Cerebrospinal Fluid Collection
18. Tests to Assess Clotting
ISBN:
9780443279591
Page Count:
320
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