Description
This comprehensive guide equips veterinarians—especially house call and mobile practitioners—with practical expertise in animal hospice and palliative medicine. Whether you’re providing end-of-life care, managing pain in chronic conditions, or supporting pet owners through difficult decisions, this 400-page Elsevier resource covers clinical protocols, communication strategies, and compassionate care frameworks. Essential for expanding your practice into palliative services and delivering dignified, pain-free experiences for aging and terminally ill animals. Recommended for practicing vets, rural practitioners, and veterinary students specializing in geriatric care.
- ISBN-10: 0323567983
- ISBN-13: 978-0323567985
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Publication date: 13 December 2020
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 19 x 2.01 x 23.19 cm
- Print length: 400 pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should read this animal hospice and palliative medicine book?
This book is ideal for veterinarians, especially mobile and house call practitioners, along with veterinary students and nurses interested in geriatric and end-of-life care. It’s also valuable for pet owners wanting to understand palliative options for their aging pets. Anyone working in animal welfare or rescue with senior animals will find practical guidance.
What topics are covered in the animal hospice book?
The 400-page guide covers pain management protocols, client communication during end-of-life decisions, home-based care strategies, euthanasia options, grief support, and quality-of-life assessment tools. It includes case studies and practical frameworks for delivering compassionate palliative care in various settings.
Is this book useful for house call veterinarians in India?
Yes, absolutely. Mobile veterinary practitioners in India will find this Elsevier textbook invaluable for expanding their services into palliative care. It addresses the unique challenges of providing end-of-life care in home environments and resource-constrained settings.
Where can I buy this veterinary book online in India?
You can purchase ‘Animal Hospice and Palliative Medicine for the House Call Veterinarian’ at The Bookish Owl (thebookishowl.in), India’s trusted online bookstore for professional and academic titles. Fast delivery and genuine Elsevier edition guaranteed.
Is this the latest edition of the animal hospice book?
Yes, this is the 2023 paperback edition (ISBN: 978-0323567985), published by Elsevier in December 2020. It reflects current best practices in veterinary palliative care and is widely used in veterinary schools and professional practices.
