Best Veterinary Surgery Books of 2026

Fossum’s Small Animal Surgery, 5th Edition is a comprehensive guide for general veterinarians and vet students covering both soft tissue and orthopedic surgery. The book contains step-by-step instructions for surgical techniques, anesthesia protocols, and clinical tips boxes that provide at-a-glance surgical and practice tips. The book also includes access to the Expert Consult website, which features a fully searchable version of the book, aftercare instruction handouts, case presentations, and an extensive image collection. Overall, the book is an excellent resource for keeping up-to-date with the latest advances and techniques in small animal surgery.

Veterinary Surgery: Small Animal Expert Consult is a comprehensive two-volume resource for surgical specialists, practicing veterinarians, and residents. The book offers a detailed evaluation of basic clinical science information, disease processes, and advanced surgeries for small animals. The second edition features an updated Expert Consult website for easy online access to the entire text and references linked to original abstracts on PubMed. The book covers surgical biology, perioperative care, neurosurgery, orthopedics, soft tissue surgery, anesthesia, surgical oncology, tumors of the spine, and musculoskeletal neoplasia. Highly recognized contributing authors provide the most authoritative, current information available. Overall, this book is an excellent reference for veterinary surgeons and a must-have for any veterinary clinic.

The Goldendoodle Handbook is a comprehensive guide for Goldendoodle owners, covering everything from training and behavior to grooming and health. Written by 16 top Goldendoodle breeders, this book offers insider tips and specialist articles on topics such as coat genetics, therapy doodles, and activities for Goldendoodles. The book is highly recommended by the Goldendoodle Association of North America and is Amazon's highest-rated Goldendoodle book. Overall, this is an outstanding resource for anyone who owns or is considering owning a Goldendoodle.

The Textbook of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Expert Consult, 8th Edition is a comprehensive resource for veterinary internal medical problems for dogs and cats. It offers unparalleled coverage of pathophysiology, diagnosis, and disease treatments. The book comes with hundreds of original videos, algorithms, and learning tools to bring all the information to life. The complete library of over 500 original clinical videos and 256 all-new client information sheets can be downloaded, customized, and printed as client handouts. The book is a gold standard in veterinary medicine and a must-have for all veterinary students and professionals.

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Disorders in Small Animal Practice is an exceptional reference book for veterinarians, providing the latest and most authoritative guidelines for the diagnosis and management of fluid imbalances in small animals. This 4th edition covers the newest advances in fluid therapy, including the use of vaptans, and integrates basic physiological principles into practice. With over 30 expert contributors, hundreds of tables, algorithms, and schematic drawings, this book is an invaluable resource for any small animal practice. The clear formulas in the Fluid Therapy section make it easy to determine fluid choice and administration rate in both healthy and diseased patients. Overall, this is an essential book for veterinary professionals who want to enhance their care of dogs and cats.

Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive reference for veterinarians specializing in the care of reptiles and amphibians. Edited by Stephen Divers and Scott Stahl, the book covers a wide range of topics from practice management to clinical techniques and procedures. The book also includes a dedicated section on infectious diseases and laboratory sciences, providing an international perspective on the subject matter. Overall, the book is highly informative and well-organized, making it an essential resource for any veterinarian working in this field.

Brinker, Piermattei and Flo's Handbook of Small Animal Orthopedics and Fracture Repair, 5th Edition is a comprehensive guide for small animal orthopedics. It covers the most common orthopedic conditions, pathology, diagnostic work-up, surgical indications and planning, surgical approach, surgical techniques, complications, and follow-up recommendations. This edition includes the latest information on fractures, musculoskeletal diseases, and advances in methods of fixation, lameness correction, and joint surgery. The book also discusses minimally invasive surgery and angle stable fixation systems with the newest information on interlocking nail and locking plate technologies. This expert reference provides readers with the guidance they need to diagnose and treat nearly any musculoskeletal case they may encounter in daily practice.

Withrow & MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology, 6th Edition is the go-to reference book for veterinarians seeking to diagnose and treat cancer in dogs and cats. The book covers everything from the basics of cancer diagnosis to the latest treatment modalities, including pain management and complications of cancer. The book's contributors are all experts in their respective fields, ensuring that readers are provided with the most current information. The full-color format and comprehensive references make this book an excellent resource for veterinary oncologists and general practitioners alike.

Piermattei's Atlas of Surgical Approaches to the Bones and Joints of the Dog and Cat has been a trusted reference in veterinary orthopedic surgery for almost half a century. The 5th edition includes updated images and 55 new illustrations, as well as six new surgical approaches and three expanded approaches for orthopedic surgery on cats. The text and illustrations are arranged side by side for easy access to information. This atlas is a valuable reference for any small animal surgeon, and a must-have for those who don't already own a previous edition. Overall, this book is highly recommended for its detailed and comprehensive coverage of surgical procedures.

This notebook is a must-have for any veterinary receptionist or anyone who knows one. The One Amazing Veterinary Receptionist notebook is a perfect gift for those who work in the veterinary field. With its soft matte cover, 120 pages, and "This book belongs to" page, it's a great way to keep notes and stay organized. It's also an excellent way to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of veterinary staff. Whether it's for a birthday, Christmas, or Mother's Day, this notebook is sure to make any vet receptionist's day.