[January 9, 2026] Battaglia & Steele's Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care for Veterinary Technicians 5th Edition

Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care for Veterinary Technicians, 5th Edition 

This book is an essential resource for mastering the veterinary technician’s role in caring for critically ill or injured pets. It provides quick access to dozens of common, lifesaving protocols and procedures, setting you up for success on the VTNE, in veterinary practices, and in animal hospital emergency departments.

Key Features

• Step-by-Step Protocols: Step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to perform specific procedures and techniques , guiding you through key assessment and treatment techniques.
• New and Updated Content: The fifth edition includes two additional chapters: High-Flow Nasal Oxygen and Renal Replacement Therapy, providing the latest information on these vital areas in emergency and critical care. All content is updated and expanded.
• Comprehensive Clinical Coverage: It provides cutting-edge treatment options for a wide variety of commonly seen presenting problems, with comprehensive coverage of pain management, respiratory emergencies, and urologic emergencies.
• Equipment and Techniques: Covers equipment and techniques, including the latest advances in basic lab equipment, fluid therapy, and oxygen therapy.
• VTNE Preparation: Includes Medical Math exercises and questions based on real-world scenarios to prepare you for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE).
• Visual Guidance: Technician Notes highlight specific procedures with diagrams, photos, and detailed instructions, providing you with at-a-glance guidance.
• Team Approach: The text emphasizes a team approach to critical care, preparing you for the collaborative veterinary setting.