Health Care & Rehabilitation of Turtles & Tortoises

This well researched volume by Amanda Ebenhack provides a plethora of information on turtle and tortoise anatomy, captive care, diet and nutrition as well as indoor and outdoor enclosure design. It is also intended to help with the medical care of injured turtles and tortoises and includes a great amount of information on general first aide and supportive care for most afflictions that can befall turtles and tortoises both in nature and in captivity. This exciting and informative book features the most current information on hydration, tube feeding, shell fractures and wound care, shell conditions, bacterial and viral diseases, respiratory illness, parasites and guidelines for checking for overall wellness of injured or recovering turtles and tortoises. It is a must have book for veterinarians, turtle rehabilitators or serious breeders alike.