Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry, 4th Edition Chickens, Turkeys, Ducks, Geese, Guineas, Game Birds

======================================================= STOREY'S GUIDE TO RAISING POULTRY, 4TH EDITION CHICKENS, TURKEYS, DUCKS, GEESE, GUINEAS, GAME BIRDS Professional Veterinary E-Book ======================================================= BOOK INFORMATION ---------------- Title: Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry, 4th Edition Chickens, Turkeys, Ducks, Geese, Guineas, Game Birds Format: PDF E-Book File Size: Varies Category: Avian Medicine & Poultry Science Specialty: Poultry Health Management, Avian Husbandry, Agricultural Veterinary Medicine DESCRIPTION ----------- Storey's Guide to Raising Poultry, 4th Edition stands as the definitive comprehensive reference for veterinary professionals, agricultural specialists, and poultry health practitioners seeking authoritative guidance on the complete spectrum of domestic poultry species management. This extensively updated edition provides evidence-based protocols for health maintenance, disease prevention, nutritional management, and optimal husbandry practices across all major poultry species including chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, guineas, and game birds. The text integrates traditional poultry-keeping wisdom with contemporary veterinary science, offering practical solutions for both commercial operations and small-scale flocks. This essential resource addresses the full lifecycle management of multiple poultry species, from incubation and brooding through adult care and geriatric considerations. The fourth edition incorporates the latest advances in avian disease diagnostics, biosecurity protocols, vaccination strategies, and welfare-compliant housing systems. Detailed anatomical illustrations, breed-specific health considerations, and differential diagnosis charts make this an invaluable clinical reference for practitioners managing poultry cases or advising clients on flock health optimization. With increasing interest in backyard poultry keeping and sustainable agriculture, veterinary professionals require comprehensive knowledge of diverse poultry species to provide competent clinical care and preventive health consulting. This guide delivers species-specific information on behavioral patterns, nutritional requirements, common pathologies, and therapeutic interventions, enabling practitioners to confidently address the unique challenges presented by each type of domestic fowl in their practice. KEY FEATURES ------------ • Comprehensive coverage of six major poultry categories with species-specific health protocols, anatomical considerations, and disease susceptibility profiles • Detailed guidance on poultry disease recognition, differential diagnosis, biosecurity implementation, and evidence-based treatment protocols for common and emerging avian conditions • Extensive nutritional management information including feed formulation, dietary requirements across life stages, and nutritional deficiency identification for all covered species • Practical housing and environmental management recommendations addressing ventilation, temperature control, space requirements, and welfare-compliant facility design • Breeding and genetics information covering incubation parameters, hatchery management, genetic selection principles, and reproductive health optimization • Emergency care protocols and clinical procedures specific to avian patients including physical examination techniques, medication administration routes, and common surgical interventions • Updated biosecurity measures and flock health management strategies addressing contemporary disease threats and regulatory compliance requirements TARGET AUDIENCE --------------- • Veterinary practitioners providing clinical services to poultry owners, small farms, and commercial operations requiring species-specific diagnostic and therapeutic knowledge • Veterinary students and residents specializing in avian medicine, food animal practice, or agricultural veterinary medicine seeking comprehensive poultry health resources • Agricultural extension veterinarians and livestock consultants advising clients on flock health management, disease prevention, and production optimization • Animal health technicians and veterinary nurses working with avian species who require detailed husbandry and nursing care protocols • Research veterinarians and poultry scientists involved in avian health studies, welfare assessment, or production system evaluation INSTANT ACCESS -------------- Download immediately after purchase Compatible with all PDF readers Personal use license included PRICE: HK$400.00