Book Title: Veterinary Science: Concepts of Animal Care and Disease Management | Animal Health and Welfare | AGPH Books

Veterinary Science: Concepts of Animal Care and Disease Management is a comprehensive and well-structured text that introduces the scientific, ethical, and practical foundations of modern veterinary practice. Designed for students, educators, and professionals, the book integrates core biological principles with applied veterinary knowledge to provide a balanced understanding of animal health care. It explains the definition, scope, history, and importance of veterinary science, along with the ethical, professional, and legal responsibilities of veterinarians.

The book also covers animal anatomy and physiology, including body structure, organ systems, reproductive and endocrine functions, and homeostasis. It further discusses key applied areas such as animal nutrition, digestive physiology, feed formulation, and deficiency management. Topics like animal breeding and genetics, heredity, selection methods, and genetic improvement are explained clearly. In addition, veterinary microbiology and immunology provide insights into pathogens, immune responses, vaccination, and diagnostic techniques, while animal diseases and health management focus on classification, prevention, and biosecurity measures.

It also introduces veterinary pharmacology and therapeutics, covering drug action, dosage, and administration. The final section highlights public health, animal welfare, environmental safety, and sustainable livestock production, emphasizing the One Health approach. Overall, the book serves as an integrated, accessible, and ethically grounded guide to modern veterinary science.

About the Author

Dr. Safeeda Sultana Begum

Dr. Safeeda Sultana Begum is an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Medicine at Bihar Animal Sciences University. She holds BVSc, MVSc, and PhD degrees. Her expertise includes veterinary medicine, epidemiology, and preventive care, with a focus on caprine diseases.

She has received national fellowships and multiple awards, including the Young Scientist Award (2019). She has contributed extensively through research publications, articles, and book chapters.

Dr. Vinay Kadibagil

Dr. Vinay Kadibagil is Professor and Head at SDM College of Ayurveda, Karnataka. He specializes in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical sciences. With over 20 years of experience, he has guided many postgraduate and doctoral students.

He has published numerous research papers and authored textbooks. He is also actively involved in research projects and academic conferences.

Dr. K.S.V.K.S. Madhavi Rani

Dr. Madhavi Rani is an Associate Professor in Zoology with extensive teaching and research experience. She has published over 50 research papers and authored books on agriculture and life sciences.

She has received several awards and contributed to multiple research projects. She is also a member of academic and research organizations.

Dr. Anandita Srivastava

Dr. Anandita Srivastava is an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Physiology at Bihar Veterinary College. She holds a PhD and has received multiple academic honors, including the Best PhD Thesis Award.

She has published research papers and is actively involved in scientific projects. Her expertise includes molecular and genomic research in veterinary science.

About The Publisher:

AGPH Books is a Professional Self Book Publishing House based in Central India, specializing in academic, professional, fiction, and non-fiction books in both print, digital and audio formats. The publishing house produces textbooks, research and reference works, biographies, self-help titles, children’s books, literary fiction, poetry, and general interest publications. With a transparent publishing process and strong digital distribution, AGPH Books ensures global availability through Google Books, Amazon, Flipkart, and its official website store, supporting authors and institutions in reaching a wide and diverse readership.