Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction-historical view and zoological classification. 2. General anatomy of pet animals and routes of drug administration. 3. International and national dog breeds. 4. Pedigree sheet and breed characteristics. 5. Utility of dogs. 6. Selecting a dog. 7. Dog breeding. 8. Whelping. 9. Principles of dog training. 10. Nutritional needs of dogs. 11. Feeding of dogs. 12. Management of dogs in kennels. 13. Common breeds of cats and their management. 14. Dog shows and judging. 15. Common dog diseases. 16. Vaccination and deworming schedule for pets.. 17. Common surgical interventions in dogs. 18. Anaesthesia in dogs and cats. 19. Common cat diseases. 20 common surgical intervention in cats. 21. Pet birds in India. 22. Management of pet birds. 23. Approved drugs used in dogs. 24. Approved drugs used in cats. Glossary. Index.