Functional Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals

Now in its Fifth Edition, Functional Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals provides a basic understanding of domestic animal anatomy and physiology, taking an interconnected approach to structure and function of the horse, dog, cat, cow, sheep, goat, pig, and chicken.

    Offers a readable introduction to basic knowledge in domestic animal anatomy and physiology
    Covers equine, canine, feline, bovine, ovine, ruminant, swine, and poultry anatomy and physiology
    Considers structure and function in relation to each other for a full understanding of the relationship between the two
    Provides pedagogical tools to promote learning, including chapter outlines, study questions, self-evaluation exercises, clinical correlates, key terms, suggested readings, and a robust art program
    Includes access to a companion website with video clips, review questions, and the figures from the book in PowerPoint

Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

1 Basics of Structure and Function

The Cell, Its Structure and Functions

Energy Production

Functions of DNA and RNA

Embryology

Tissues

Directional Terms and Planes

Body Cavities

2 Body Water: Properties and Functions

Physicochemical Properties of Solutions

Distribution of Body Water

Water Balance

Dehydration, Thirst, and Water Intake

Adaptation to Water Lack

3 Blood and Its Functions

General Characteristics

Leukocytes

Erythrocytes

Fate of Erythrocytes

Iron Metabolism

Anemia and Polycythemia

Hemostasis: Prevention of Blood Loss

Prevention of Blood Coagulation

Tests for Blood Coagulation

Plasma and Its Composition

4 Nervous System

Structure of the Nervous System

Organization of the Nervous System

The Nerve Impulse and Its Transmission

Reflexes

The Meninges and Cerebrospinal Fluid

Central Nervous System Metabolism

5 The Sensory Organs

Classification of Sensory Receptors

Sensory Receptor Responses

Pain

Taste

Smell

Hearing and Equilibrium

Vision

6 Endocrine System

Hormones

Pituitary Gland

Thyroid Gland

Parathyroid Glands

Adrenal Glands

Pancreatic Gland

Prostaglandins and Their Functions

7 Bones, Joints, and Synovial Fluid

General Features of the Skeleton

Bone Structure

Bone Formation

Bone Repair

Joints and Synovial Fluid

8 Muscle

Classification

Arrangement

Skeletal-Muscle Harnessing

Microstructure of Skeletal Muscle

Skeletal-Muscle Contraction

Comparison of Contraction among Muscle Types

Changes in Muscle Size

9 The Cardiovascular System

Heart and Pericardium

Blood Vessels

Lymphatic System

Spleen

Cardiac Contractility

Electrocardiogram

Heart Sounds

Heart Rate and Its Control

Blood Pressure

Blood Flow

Capillary Dynamics

10 The Respiratory System

Respiratory Apparatus

Factors Associated with Breathing

Respiratory Pressures

Pulmonary Ventilation

Diffusion of Respiratory Gases

Oxygen Transport

Carbon Dioxide Transport

Regulation of Ventilation

Respiratory Clearance

Nonrespiratory Functions of the Respiratory System

Pathophysiology Terminology

Avian Respiration

11 The Urinary System

Gross Anatomy of the Kidneys and Urinary Bladder

The Nephron

Formation of Urine

Glomerular Filtration

Tubular Reabsorption and Secretion

Countercurrent Mechanism

Concentration of Urine

Extracellular Fluid Volume Regulation

Aldosterone

Other Hormones with Kidney Association

Micturition

Characteristics of Mammalian Urine

Renal Clearance

Maintenance of Acid-Base Balance

Avian Urinary System

12 Digestion and Absorption

Introductory Considerations

The Oral Cavity and Pharynx

The Simple Stomach

Intestines

Accessory Organs

Composition of Foodstuffs

Pregastric Mechanical Functions

Gastrointestinal Motility

Mechanical Functions of the Stomach and Small Intestine

Mechanical Functions of the Large Intestine

Digestive Secretions

Digestion and Absorption

The Ruminant Stomach

Characteristics of Ruminant Digestion

Chemistry and Microbiology of the Rumen

Ruminant Metabolism

Avian Digestion

13 Body Heat and Temperature Regulation

Body Temperature

Physiologic Responses to Heat

Physiologic Responses to Cold

Hibernation

Hypothermia and Hyperthermia

14 Male Reproduction

Testes and Associated Structures

Descent of the Testes

Accessory Sex Glands and Semen

Penis and Prepuce

Muscles of Male Genitalia

Blood and Nerve Supply

Spermatogenesis

Erection

Mounting and Intromission

Emission and Ejaculation

Factors Affecting Testicular Function

Reproduction in the Avian Male

15 Female Reproduction

Functional Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System

Hormones of Female Reproduction

Ovarian Follicle Activity

Sexual Receptivity

Estrous Cycle and Related Factors

Pregnancy

Parturition

Involution of the Uterus

Reproduction in the Avian Female

16 Lactation

Functional Anatomy of Female Mammary Glands

Mammogenesis

Lactogenesis and Lactation

Composition of Milk

Milk Removal and Other Considerations

Appendix A Normal Blood Values

Appendix B Answers to Self Evaluation
Index

William O. Reece, DVM, PhD is University Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biomedical Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University of Science and Technology in Ames, Iowa, USA.

Eric W. Rowe, DVM, PhD, is Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University of Science and Technology in Ames, Iowa, USA