Pet owners are repeatedly confronted with illnesses in their animals. This comprehensive and richly illustrated practical book describes all important livestock diseases and shows how to recognize and properly treat them. Since it is sensible to prevent diseases from occurring in the first place, considerable attention is also given to possible preventive measures. In addition to diseases of traditional livestock such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry, the book also covers diseases in bees and fish. A chapter is dedicated to the illnesses of wild animals, as the agricultural management of wildlife is becoming increasingly important.