Veterinary Ethics in Practice

by James W. Yeates PhD

Overview

Veterinary Ethics in Practice gives non-specialist veterinary professionals an introduction to ethics. It helps readers to think about, and discuss, ethical dilemmas and viewpoints faced by practitioners in their daily practice. The book:

• Is an important primer and introduction to basic ethical dilemmas
• Helps improve ethical reasoning, through the use of numerous worked examples, leading to increased confidence in decisions and actions
• Explains key ethical concepts and terminology making the subject easier to understand
• Contains case studies which help bring real dilemmas to life.

With carefully crafted themes and problem cases in farm animal, companion animal, equine, wildlife, zoo and laboratory settings, the book provides an important yet concise and accessible introduction to moral decision-making in veterinary practice.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781789247206
Publisher:	CABI
Publication date:	12/14/2020
Pages:	136
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

James W. Yeates, PhD is Chief Veterinary Officer of the RSPCA. He is a RCVS Specialist in animal welfare science, ethics and law, a European Diplomate of Animal welfare and behavioral medicine and a RCVS Diplomate in Animal welfare science, ethics and law. He has a BSc in Bioethics and a PhD in Veterinary Ethics. He has worked in private and charity practice, and in a university. He was Chair of the British Veterinary Association Ethics and Welfare Group.

Table of Contents

Preface vii

1 Introduction: what veterinary ethics is (not) 3

Part A Understanding Ethics in Veterinary Practice 7

2 Considering others 9

3 Considering ourselves 21

4 Considering our relationships 29

Part B Developing Ethical Skills 41

5 Understanding situations 43

6 Understanding others 51

7 Approaching decisions 57

8 Making decisions 65

9 Getting it done and getting better 77

Part C Applying Ethics to Veterinary Work 83

10 Clinical veterinary practice 85

11 Veterinary research and education 101

12 Veterinary policy-making and enforcement 111

13 Veterinary campaigning 123

Epilogue 129

Further Reading and Keywords 131

Index 137

Editorial Reviews

"Overall, this book is a quick and enjoyable read, offers insight on topics that are increasing contributors to ethical dilemmas, and provides readers with an opportunity to enhance their ethical literacy."

JAVMA