Marini Robert P. - Biology and Diseases of the Ferret

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Biology and diseases of the ferret / edited by James G. Fox, Robert P. Marini. Third edition.

p. ; cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-0-470-96045-5 (cloth)

I. Fox, James G., editor of compilation. II. Marini, Robert P., editor of compilation.

[DNLM: 1. Animal Diseases. 2. Ferrets. 3. Animals, Laboratory. SF 997.3]

SF407.F39

636.976628dc23

2013046017

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This book is dedicated to my wife, Jody, and my children, Anne and Jim. Their love, continued support, and patience provided sustenance and good cheer throughout, making the effort worthwhile, and most of the time, enjoyable.

JGF

To my dear ones, Debbie, Thalia, and Ianthe, for their love and support.

RPM