BSAVA Manual of Practical Veterinary Welfare

Awareness of animal sentience and welfare continues to grow in parallel with that of human mental health. This brand new manual for the whole practice team provides concise practical information on how to assess and maintain the highest standards of welfare in all veterinary environments. Written by a team of experts from a range of disciplines, the manual is relevant to all veterinary professionals and animal carers, as well as those studying animal welfare and behaviour. This title takes a holistic approach to animal health, and covers the welfare of the veterinary team and the ‘One Health’ positive aspects of pet ownership and animal contact.

This latest addition to the BSAVA Manual series is a pragmatic new manual, written for the whole practice team, that provides concise practical information on assessing and maintaining the highest standards of welfare in all veterinary environments.

Written by a team of experts from a range of disciplines, under the editorial direction of Matthew Rendle and Jo Hinde-Megarity, this manual is relevant to all veterinary professionals and animal carers, as well as those studying animal welfare and behaviour. The book takes a holistic approach to animal health and also takes into consideration the welfare of the veterinary team.

Dr Sean Wensley, Chair of the Animal Welfare Working Group, Federation of Veterinarians of Europe, says ‘implementing animal welfare policies and activities in a range of settings … can improve patient welfare, client satisfaction, staff morale, staff health and safety, and professional reputation. This valuable book will make a significant contribution to helping ensure all of these benefits are realised’.

• The manual covers a wide range of species, including cats, dogs, exotic companion and zoo animals
• The book integrates ethics and theory with quantifiable measurement of welfare and evidence-based practical solutions
• The manual contains a series of forms to help with admissions and behaviour consultations