This new edition of T.W. Perry's classic reference provides both updated, and new information on the feeding and nutritional requirements of beef cattle, from breeding [or growing] to finishing. All the critical components of diet are dealt with: vitamins, minerals, protein, sil…
This volume contains 21 chapters, which are principally in-depth reviews, in 6 sections covering: the importance of forage evaluation for humans and animals; estimating the energy value of forages; estimating the protein value of forages; physicochemical approaches; minerals, vi…
This book contains 19 chapters in 3 sections on absorption and metabolism of nutrients, feed evaluation methods, and intake and utilization. It is designed to be an advanced level textbook for final year undergraduate and graduate students in animal science.
This book contains 16 chapters by individual authors reviewing feed enzymes within the context of their mode of action, interaction with intestinal physiology, economic and environmental impacts, and application of the technology to the diets of various livestock species.
This comprehensive textbook and reference manual presents concise, up-to-date information on mineral nutrition for livestock and poultry, as well as comparative aspects with laboratory animals and humans. Chapters are organized by established and most common minerals, and presen…
This book explains how behaviour, both of pets and people, is a critical aspect of any proper diet. --Book Jacket. Often, while pet owners believe they are providing the best nutrition, failure to restrict carbohydrates silently robs their pets of health and longevity. Current…
Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition contains concise, up-to-date information on vitamin nutrition for both animals and humans. The author defines these nutrients and describes their fascinating discovery, history and relationship to various diseases and deficiencies. Discussi…
This book describes recent developments in nutrition and training in sports horses. Special attention is given to the equine musculoskeletal system with a focus on tendons, a tissue frequently injured in sports horses. Experts in the field of exercise and medical sciences - work…