The second edition of “Veterinary Toxicology — Basic and Clinical Principles” is an excellent reference for veterinarians, students, and veterinary toxicologists. The book has 104 chapters and contributions from 117 different authors with a variety of expertise. This reference book has been thoroughly updated with new chapters that are essential to veterinarians and toxicologists. Key new areas that have been included are melamine and cyanuric acid, toxogenomics, veterinary medical geology, toxic gasses, and toxicity and safety evaluation of veterinary pharmaceuticals.
This book covers the wide breadth of veterinary toxicology with exceptional depth in both large and small animal species. Agents encountered as a result of natural and man-made disasters are a key focus for the reference. Topics range from the history of veterinary toxicology to nanoparticles, pesticides, metals, laws, regulatory considerations, diagnostic testing, and plant and environmental toxicology. The authors do an excellent job of toxicokinetics and mechanism of action of each toxicant. The text does not contain in-depth information on human pharmaceuticals, which is a common source of exposure for pets. The book is an excellent reference text for scientists and students, covering the complex topic of veterinary toxicology in a much better format. Overall the text is a good addition to any veterinarian’s library and is well worth the price.