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<p>Preface xi</p> <p>Acknowledgments xiii</p> <p><b>Chapter 1. Introduction, General Husbandry, and Disease Prevention 3</b></p> <p>Introduction 3</p> <p>Sources of Information 5</p> <p>Taxonomy, History, and Behavior 5</p> <p>Regulatory Considerations 6</p> <p>Genetically Modified Mice 7</p> <p>Equipment Needs 9</p> <p>Major Concerns in Husbandry 11</p> <p>Factors Predisposing to Disease 14</p> <p>Allergies to Rabbits and Rodents 17</p> <p>References 19</p> <p><b>Chapter 2. Biology and Husbandry 23</b></p> <p>The Rabbit 23</p> <p>The Guinea Pig 45</p> <p>The Chinchilla 58</p> <p>The Hamster 65</p> <p>The Gerbil 74</p> <p>The Mouse 83</p> <p>The Rat 95</p> <p><b>Chapter 3. Clinical Procedures 107</b></p> <p>Sample Collection 107</p> <p>Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, and Urinalysis 116</p> <p>Medical Imaging 131</p> <p>Ophthalmology 135</p> <p>Administration of Drugs and Formulary 141</p> <p>Anesthesia 147</p> <p>Analgesia 167</p> <p>Surgery 171</p> <p>Dental Procedures in Rabbits and Rodents 180</p> <p>Serologic Testing for Colony Health Surveillance 184</p> <p>Other Special Techniques 187</p> <p>Euthanasia 190</p> <p><b>Chapter 4. Clinical Signs and Differential Diagnoses 195</b></p> <p>The Rabbit 195</p> <p>The Guinea Pig 208</p> <p>The Chinchilla 219</p> <p>The Hamster 220</p> <p>The Gerbil 228</p> <p>The Mouse 231</p> <p>The Rat 239</p> <p><b>Chapter 5. Specific Diseases and Conditions 249</b></p> <p>Acariasis (Mite Infections) 249</p> <p>Anorexia and Reduced Food Intake 260</p> <p><i>Bordetella bronchiseptica</i> Infections 262</p> <p>Buphthalmia in Rabbits 265</p> <p>Cestodiasis (Tapeworm Infestations) 266</p> <p>Cilia-Associated Respiratory Bacillus Infections 269</p> <p>Coccidiosis (Hepatic) in Rabbits 272</p> <p>Coccidiosis (Intestinal) 275</p> <p>Coronavirus Infections 277</p> <p><i>Corynebacterium kutscheri</i> Infections 283</p> <p>Cryptosporidiosis 285</p> <p>Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) 287</p> <p>Encephalitozoonosis 289</p> <p>Enteropathies 292</p> <p>Epilepsy in Gerbils 305</p> <p>Gastric Stasis in Rabbits 306</p> <p>Hantavirus Infections 308</p> <p>Heat Prostration 310</p> <p><i>Helicobacter</i> Infections 311</p> <p>Hematuria and Pigmented Urine 313</p> <p>Hypovitaminosis C (Scurvy) in Guinea Pigs 316</p> <p><i>Lawsonia</i> Infections (Proliferative Ileitis of Hamsters) 319</p> <p>Listeriosis 321</p> <p>Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus Infection 322</p> <p>Malocclusion and Dental Disease 324</p> <p>Mastitis 327</p> <p>Mousepox (Ectromelia Virus) 327</p> <p>Murine Encephalomyelitis 330</p> <p>Murine Mycoplasmosis 331</p> <p>Murine Norovirus Infections 334</p> <p>Myiasis (Fly Strike)—Primary 335</p> <p>Myiasis (Fly Strike)—Secondary 337</p> <p>Myxomatosis 338</p> <p>Nasal Dermatitis (Sore Nose) in Gerbils 339</p> <p>Neoplasia 341</p> <p>Nephrosis 348</p> <p>Oxyuriasis (Pinworms) 350</p> <p>Parvovirus Infections 353</p> <p><i>Pasteurella multocida</i> Infections 355</p> <p><i>Pasteurella pneumotropica</i> Infections 359</p> <p>Pediculosis 361</p> <p>Pneumocystosis 363</p> <p>Pododermatitis 364</p> <p>Pregnancy Toxemia 366</p> <p>Rabies Virus Infection 367</p> <p>Ringtail 368</p> <p>Rotavirus Infections 369</p> <p>Salmonellosis 371</p> <p>Sendai Virus Infections 373</p> <p>Spironucleosis 375</p> <p>Splayleg in Rabbits 377</p> <p>Staphylococcosis 378</p> <p><i>Streptococcus pneumoniae</i> Infections in Rodents 380</p> <p><i>Streptococcus zooepidemicus</i> Infections in Guinea Pigs 382</p> <p>Transmissible Colonic Hyperplasia in Mice 383</p> <p>Tularemia 385</p> <p>Tyzzer’s Disease 386</p> <p>Ulcerative Dermatitis (Moist Dermatitis) 389</p> <p>Urolithiasis 390</p> <p>Venereal Spirochetosis (Treponematosis) 392</p> <p>Viral Hemorrhagic Disease in Rabbits 394</p> <p><b>Chapter 6. Case Reports 397</b></p> <p>The Rabbit 397</p> <p>The Guinea Pig 400</p> <p>The Chinchilla 402</p> <p>The Hamster 403</p> <p>The Gerbil 404</p> <p>The Mouse 405</p> <p>The Rat 406</p> <p>Suggested Solutions 407</p> <p>Rabbits 407</p> <p>Guinea Pigs 412</p> <p>Chinchillas 415</p> <p>Hamsters 416</p> <p>Gerbils 418</p> <p>Mice 419</p> <p>Rats 421</p> <p>Index 423</p>

"The stated goal of the book aims to provide an easy to use reference that adds to improving the welfare of rabbit and rodent species. That achievement is reached with this 5th edition; having added over 200 very informative photos, more pertinent case reports, expanded coverage with additional disease descriptions, and wonderful easy-to-read tables. An instant flip of the pages and the reader will connect with this texts ability to inform and teach." (The Vin Book Reviews, 25 February 2011)<br /> <br /> <p>"My overall impression is that this is an indispensable text for practitioners in referral practice or studying towards a higher qualification, but would not be the text of choice for the average general practitioner." (Veterinary Record, 19 March 2011)</p> <p>The first edition of <i>Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents</i> was published in 1977. Since then, this has become a respected textbook that is commonly found on the bookshelves of people whose profession or hobby involves rodents and rabbits.... Despite the fact that it is now an extensively illustrated reference, this comprehensive text remains an affordable paperback that should be of broad interest." <i>(JAVMA,</i> September 2010)</p> <p><i>"</i>This continues to be a strong introductory text for those caring for rodents and rabbits. The organization of the text facilitates the rapid development of differential diagnoses and performance of general biomethodology when caring for patients." (<i>JAALAS</i>, July 2010)</p> <p>"The fifth updated edition of <i>Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents</i> is a 'must' for any library strong in small mammal husbandry and health. From lab animal medicine and pet practice to diagnosis, case studies, and clinical assessments of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and more, this reference is a key 'must' for practicing clinicians and vet students alike." (<i>The Midwest Book Review</i>, June 2010)</p>

<b>John E. Harkness</b>, DVM, MS, DACLAM, is Professor Emeritus of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University. <p/> <b>Patricia V. Turner</b>, BSc, <st1:State w:st="on">MS</st1:State>, DVM, DVSc, DACLAM, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathobiology, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Ontario</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Veterinary</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">College</st1:PlaceType></st1:place>, at the <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceType w:st="on">University</st1:PlaceType> of <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Guelph</st1:PlaceName></st1:place>. <p/> <b>Susan VandeWoude</b>, DVM, DACLAM, is Professor of Comparative Medicine and Director of Laboratory Animal Resources at Colorado State University. <p/> <b>Colette Wheler</b>, BSc, DVM, MVetSc, is Director of the Animal Resources Centre and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.

<i>Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents, Fifth Edition</i> is a practical reference in small mammal husbandry and health, encompassing the fields of laboratory animal medicine and pet practice. Part of ACLAM's series of laboratory animal books, this text offers concise but complete coverage on rabbits and the most common rodent species, with an emphasis on biology, clinical procedures, clinical signs, and diseases and conditions. By providing useful, accessible assessment and diagnostic information, <i>Harkness and Wagner's Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents</i> aids the practitioner in diagnosing and treating conditions in small mammals. <p>Logically organized for easy reference, the book begins with general husbandry and procedures, followed by specific disease information. <i>Harkness and Wagner's</i> <i>Biology and Medicine of Rabbits and Rodents</i> is essential reading for clinical practitioners, laboratory animal personnel, and veterinary technicians.</p> <p><b>Key features:</b></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Concise but complete coverage of small mammal husbandry and health</li> <li>Encompasses the fields of laboratory animal medicine, production medicine, and pet practice</li> <li>Logically organized for easy reference</li> <li>Provides assessment and diagnostic information to aid in quick diagnosis and treatment</li> <li>Includes clinical photographs and case studies</li> <li>Covers rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats</li> </ul>

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