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$I"…this text will surely be the standard reference in amphibian medicine for a long time to come…The book is invaluable for veterinary clinicians and researchers, beginning or already experienced in
amphibian medicine, and is also highly recommendable for the growing number of amateur amphibian enthusiasts,"$I--Javier Valverde, $IReptilia$I
$I"Overall, this is a very useful volume for anyone
dealing with amphibians in the field, lab, or clinic. With amphibian disease implicated in many amphibian population die-offs around the world, the education of both field researchers and veterinarians on the
details and complexity of amphibian disease is a great step in amphibian conservation. This volume is the primary resource for anyone taking that step."$I--Caren S. Goldberg, $ISonoran Herpetologist$I, 15
(04) 2002
$I"Wright and Whitaker have done an outstanding job recounting amphibian medicine and husbandry. The book is well written, well referenced and well illustrated…Clearly $IAmphibian Medicine
and Captive Husbandry$I belongs on the shelves of veterinarians, biologists and serious hobbyists who work with or have an interest in amphibians."$I--Stephen L. Barten, DVM, $IBulletin of the Chicago
Herpetological Society$I, 37(4):69-70, 2002
"Amphibian Medicine and Captive Husbandry $Iis principally directed at veterinarians but will also be of value to herpetologists and others with an interest in the
care and diseases of amphibians. It is a superb effort and will be the standard text for amphibian medicine for many years. More than recommended, it is essential for anyone with a serious interest in the
medical care and pathology of amphibians."$I--Graham Crawshaw, DVM, $IExotic DVM$I, Vol. 4.4, August 2002
$I"…brings to veterinary medicine much needed information on amphibians by two of the most
respected and knowledgeable veterinarians working with amphibians today…an excellent, and most likely indispensable, text for veterinarians, caretakers of amphibians in zoological parks and aquaria, and serious
herpetoculturists."$I--Linda Randall, DVM, $INotes from Noah$I, Volume XXIX, No. 8, May 2002
$I"I highly recommend this book to any individual, institution or organization that works with captive or
wild amphibians. This book is outstanding--one of the best books on this subject."$I--Debbie Hosley, $IAnimals Exotic and Small Magazine$I, January 2002
$I"This text is perhaps the only
publication available that brings together detailed, clear information regarding husbandry, diagnostic, medical, surgical and reproductive aspects of captive amphibians. It is an important, if not essential, text
in this emerging field. As such it is highly recommended to all who have an interest in amphibians."$I--Dr. Brendan Carmel, $IAustralian Veterinary Journal$I, Volume 80, No. 6, June 2002
$I"…provides the most comprehensive coverage of amphibian medicine and captive husbandry available…will undoubtedly become the bible of amphibian medicine for veterinarians, veterinary students and keepers of
amphibians alike."$I--Miss S.M. Thornton, $International Zoo News$I, Vol. 49, No. 4 2002
$I"This book is a must for anyone housing, treating or interested in amphibians…period!..This book is a launch
pad for better veterinary practice with respect to amphibians. It will set the standard for medical practice, sample collection and surgery in amphibian practice."$I--Nancy Carpenter, D.V.M., $IJournal of
Herpetological Medicine and Surgery$I, Vol. 12, No. 2, 2002
$I"…this book will become the standard work on amphibian care and captive husbandry and herpetologists will refer to this book for many years to
come."--African Journal of Herpetology$I, 2002 51(1): 81-82
$I"Although written for the veterinary clinician, this text is an essential part of any herpetologist's library, covering various aspects of
amphibian captive husbandry and propagation while providing the reader a firm foundation on which to evaluate a given husbandry routine."--European Association of Zoos and Aquaria News$I, September 2002
$I"…targeted primarily at clinicians but will be incredibly useful for zookeepers and other animal caregivers. Wright and Whitaker should be commended for their foresight, expertise and creativity in this
volume. It is well worth the price and should be included in every zoo and clinical library. This volume is the standard on amphibian medicine and will be for years to come."$I--Ken Naugher, $IAnimal
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