Abstract
This, the third edition of the title, has brought several new aspects to the useful information it contains. Up-to-date comment on the possible influence of diet on behaviour, as well as the use of carefully chosen drug support in conjunction with behavioural modification are both included and are a useful starting point for further reading or research. The sections on behaviour—both ‘normal’ and problematic—in domestic species other than cats and dogs are perhaps the most fascinating—and fill a gap which has existed in this genre for some time. Explanations are simple and to the point, and while they are unlikely to offer sufficient detail to allow a full diagnosis and treatment programme to be established, they do focus on the most pertinent questions that need to be asked.
The illustrations throughout the book vary in quality and pertinence, however the easily accessible text makes this a useful quick reference guide for anyone interested in the behaviour of many different domestic species.