February 2023 MBR The Veterinary Shelf

The Veterinary Shelf

Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing
Sue Badger, editor
Andrea Jeffery, editor
Wiley-Blackwell
www.wiley.com/wiley-blackwell
9781119664437, $50.00, PB, 240pp

https://www.amazon.com/Professionalism-Reflection-Veterinary-Nursing-Badger/dp/1119664438

Synopsis: Collaboratively compiled and co-edited by veterinary nurse Sue Badger and orthopaedic nurse Andrea Jeffery, "Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing" offers insights into the role of the veterinary nurse in the 21st century. It provides useful information that facilitates a deeper understanding of the underlying theory that supports clinical nursing practice. Exploring concepts that underpin the delivery of professional veterinary nursing, the book covers core issues, themes and principles that explain what it means to be a veterinary nurse.

"Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing" covers: The role of the registered veterinary nurse; The registered veterinary nurse's responsibility to the patient; Evidence-based veterinary nursing; Veterinary nurse trainer and educator resources.

A timely publication due to the increased recognition and expectations of the role of the veterinary nursing profession, "Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing" is ideal for veterinary student nurses and qualified veterinary nurses, enabling them to contribute to the development of the professional identity.

Critique: Comprised of an insightful introduction and nine informed and informative articles contributed by experts in the field of veterinarian medicine, "Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing" is an unreservedly recommended and core addition to professional, college, university, and veterinary school collections and supplemental curriculum lists. It should be noted for personal reading lists that "Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing" is also readily available in a digital book format (Kindle, $40.00).

Editorial Note #1: Sue Badger MEd, Cert Ed, RVN veterinary nurse since 1976 with 18 years in clinical practice from small animal to mixed and exotic practice. Set up and ran the veterinary nursing course at the School of Veterinary Science at the University of Bristol. After more than two decades at the university, she took early retirement to concentrate on editorial work and education consultancy. (https://icatcare.org/team/sue-badger)

Editorial Note #2: Andrea Jeffery Ed.D MSc Dip, AVN, Cert Ed, RVN trained orthopaedic nurse in the NHS and then a veterinary nurse. Worked in both primary care and referral specialist practice then became a veterinary nurse educator. At University of Bristol for 17 years as part of and as lead for the veterinary nursing undergraduate programmes. She joined Linnaeus in 2019 as the Chief Nursing Officer with the remit of developing a nursing strategy for the group. (https://www.veterinarywoman.co.uk/2021/03/veterinary-woman-role-model-andrea-jeffery)

Companion Animal Behaviour Problems
Rachel Cassey, et al.
CABI
c/o Stylus Publishing, Inc.
22883 Quicksilver Drive, Sterling, VA 20166-2012
www.styluspub.com
9781780643458, $130.00, HC, 352pp

https://www.amazon.com/Companion-Animal-Behaviour-Problems-Prevention/dp/1780643454

Synopsis: Ensuring the well-being of animals is a primary concern not only for their owners, but for every veterinary practice.

Split into easily accessible sections, part one of "Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention and Management of Behaviour Problems in Veterinary Practice" outlines the origin of animal behavior and how this has adapted to the domestic environment.

Part two focuses on the role of the veterinary practice in preventing undesirable behavior, such as practice design, socialization classes and communication with owners.

Part three gives practical advice for handling dangerous animals, discussing options such as euthanasia and working with referral veterinarians.

Behavioral problems remain the number one cause of companion animal euthanasia. With the publication of "Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention and Management of Behaviour Problems in Veterinary Practice" seeks to improve the situation for all involved, veterinarians and owners alike.

Critique: "Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention and Management of Behaviour Problems in Veterinary Practice" is collectively compiled and co-edited by Rachel Casey (Director of Canine Behavior and Research at Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog charity); Sarah Heath (an RCVS and an EBVS(R) European Veterinary Specialist in Behavioral Medicine, as well as a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist); Helen Zulch (who is a practicing veterinarian, a Diplomat of the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioral Medicine (BM) and a Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Recognized Specialist in Behavioral Medicine, and currently the Head of Professional Development in Canine Behavior at Dogs Trust where she has responsibility for staff education and professional development in dog behavior and training.

An ideal veterinary school curriculum textbook, "Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention and Management of Behaviour Problems in Veterinary Practice" is unreservedly recommended for professional, college, and university library Veterinary Science collections. It should be noted for the personal reading lists of veterinary science students, academia, practicing veterinarians, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject that "Companion Animal Behaviour Problems: Prevention and Management of Behaviour Problems in Veterinary Practice" is also available in both a paperback edition (9781780643465, $60.00) and in a digital book format (Kindle, $36.87).

House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats
Trudi Atkinson
CABI
c/o Stylus Publishing, Inc.
22883 Quicksilver Drive, Sterling, VA 20166-2012
www.styluspub.com
9781789246872, $40.00, PB, 104pp

https://www.amazon.com/House-Soiling-Problems-Domestic-Behaviour/dp/1789246873

Synopsis: Practical and comprehensive, "House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats" by veterinarian Trudi Atkinson is the first in a series entitled 'Domestic Cat Behaviour Problems' which is specifically designed to help veterinary professionals and behaviorists understand the background behind common domestic cat behavior problems and provide various treatment strategies.

"House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats" specifically covers feline problem elimination and marking behavior inside the home. Outlined are: What constitutes normal behavior; The various underlying causes of feline house-soiling; Prevention of unwanted behavior; Recognition of potential trigger factors and warning signs; How to identify contributory factors; Practical treatment strategies.

Critique: Exceptionally well organized and presented, "House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats" is comprised of sound and practical advice. "House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats" is an invaluable and highly recommended resource for veterinarians, veterinary nurses/technicians, clinical animal behaviorists, and those studying domestic cat behavior. While unreservedly recommended for professional, veterinary clinic, and academic library Veterinarian Medicine collections, it should be noted for personal reading lists that "House Soiling Problems in Domestic Cats" is also available in a digital book format (Kindle, $23.44).

Editorial Note: Trudi Atkinson qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1986 and attained her postgraduate diploma at the University of Southampton in 1999. In July of the same year she was accepted as a full member of the Association of Pet Behavior Counsellors (APBC) and in 2000 left veterinary practice to start her own behavior referral practice covering the South West of England. In 2004, she achieved accreditation as a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist (CCAB) under the scheme run by the Association for the Study of Animal Behavior (ASAB). In early 2016, she started to specialize solely in feline behavior and has presented talks on feline behavior and companion animal behavior in general for organizations including: APBC, British Veterinary Behavior Association (BVBA), British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA), British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and the Centre for Animal Welfare (CAW).

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