Veterinary Ethics in Practice

Dr James W Yeates (Cats Protection, UK)

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CABI Publishing
19 November 2020

Veterinary Ethics in Practice gives non-specialist veterinary professionals an introduction to ethics. It helps readers to think about, and discuss, ethical dilemmas and viewpoints faced by practitioners in their daily practice. The book: · Is an important primer and introduction to basic ethical dilemmas. · Helps improve ethical reasoning, through the use of numerous worked examples, leading to increased confidence in decisions and actions. · Explains key ethical concepts and terminology making the subject easier to understand. · Contains case studies which help bring real dilemmas to life. With carefully crafted themes and problem cases in farm animal, companion animal, equine, wildlife, zoo and laboratory settings, the book provides an important yet concise and accessible introduction to moral decision-making in veterinary practice.

By: Dr James W Yeates (Cats Protection UK)
Imprint: CABI Publishing
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 341g
ISBN: 9781789247206
ISBN 10: 1789247209
Pages: 152
Publication Date: 19 November 2020
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

James Yeates is Chief Veterinary Officer of the RSPCA. He is a RCVS Specialist in animal welfare science, ethics and law, A European Diplomate of Animal welfare and behavioural medicine and a RCVS Diplomate in Animal welfare science, ethics and law. He has a BSc in Bioethics and a PhD in Veterinary ethics. He has worked in private and charity practice, and in a university. He was Chair of the British Veterinary Association Ethics and Welfare Group.

Reviews for Veterinary Ethics in Practice

"""Overall, this book is a quick and enjoyable read, offers insight on topics that are increasing contributors to ethical dilemmas, and provides readers with an opportunity to enhance their ethical literacy.""--JAVMA"