Animal Abuse and Unlawful Killing: Forensic Veterinary Pathology

by Helen M. C. Munro, Ranald Munro, Helen M. C. Munro BVMS MRCVS

This book guides veterinarians and lawyers through the diverse and complex fields of alleged cruelty to, and unlawful killing of, companion animals, farm livestock and wildlife. It draws together current knowledge on how to approach, investigate and report forensic cases.Covers all aspects of the forensic post-mortem including cause and time of deathFeatures the fundamentals of abuse and neglectAllows rapid access to descriptions of different types of injuries and gives essential guidance on their interpretationBacked by practical standard operative procedures from world experts to ensure proper and professional case managementHigh quality, specially selected photographs, a clear writing style and concise presentation informs and encourages the reader towards soundly-based conclusions

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0702028789
• ISBN13: 9780702028786
• Release Date: July 2008
• Publisher: Saunders Ltd.
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.5" x 9.7"