Introduction to Animal Science: Global, Biological, Social and Industry Perspectives (3rd Edition)

Damron, W. Stephen

ISBN 10: 0131189328 / ISBN 13: 9780131189324

Published by Prentice Hall, 2005

About this Item

Pearson / Prentice Hall, 2006. 3rd edition. Hardcover. 8 x 10 ". 816 pp. Fair. Heavy bumping and creases to the tips of the board and the inside pages. The interior appears unmarked. The binding is solid.

Seller Inventory # BOOK2-071016009

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Animal Science: Global, Biological, Social and Industry Perspectives (3rd Edition)
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0131189328
• ISBN 13: 9780131189324
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Fair

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Synopsis

For introductory courses in Animal Science.

Now in its Third Edition, Introduction to Animal Science: Global, Biological, Social and Industry Perspectives continues to present the most complete, up-to-date coverage of the traditional disciplines that are so essential to a soild foundation in Animal Science: nutrition, digestion, feeds, genetics, reproduction, disease, and animal behavior.  Species-focused chapters include the major species (horse, dair cattle, beef cattle, sheep, goat, poultry, and swine) as well as the minor species (aquaculture, pets/companion animals, the lamoids, and rabbits).

In addition, however, the study of modern Animal Science also requires a comprehensive, non-traditional approach that effectively introduces the discipline as an ever-changing and integral part of every aspect of human existence.  For this reason, author W. Stephen Damron not only presents thorough coverage of the major species and their respective concerns - he also challenges the reader to consider the many pressing interests relevant to Animal Science as it influences and is influenced by society today.

From the Back Cover

Introduction to Animal Science: Global, Biological, Social, and Industry Perspectives, Second Edition presents a complete, up-to-date discussion of the traditional disciplines that are so essential to a solid foundation in Animal Science, including nutrition, digestion, feeds, genetics, reproduction, disease, and animal behavior. Species-focused chapters include the major species (horse, dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, goat, poultry. and seine) as well as the minor species (aquaculture. pets/companion animals, the lamoids, and rabbits).

However, this text is more than a traditional treatment of Animal Science. The Study of modern Animal Science also requires a comprehensive, non-traditional approach that effectively introduces the discipline as an ever-changing and integral part of every aspect of human existence―a task that is well-accomplished in this unique text by author W. Stephen Damron. In his own informal and engaging style. Dr. Damron not only covers all of the major species and their concerns but also challenges the reader to consider the many pressing interests relevant to Animal Science as it influences and is influenced by society today:

• Animnal welfare and animal rights
• Animals as consumers of grain
• Food safety
• Factors affecting world agriculture
• The value of animals to humans
• Careers in Animal Science
• The role of animals in sustainable agriculture
• Worldwide systems of agriculture production
• Biotechnology and genetic engineering
• Vertical integration

From the discussions of West Nile virus in horses to Agribusiness as a career, this new edition provides everything that is necessary for an outstanding, cutting-edge introduction to this exciting field.