In this book the authors cover a whole suite of poultry parasites, diseases, and disorders. They provide a concise description of symptoms, how a disease is spread, and treatments when treatments are an option. There is also information on treating for parasites along with dosages and withdrawal times. Additionally, this book is loaded with pictures showing parasites of poultry, poultry with diseases and the “strange behavior and odd-looking things” section provides tons of general poultry information that will be a treasure trove to those new to poultry! For example, the “there’s a pimple-like structure on my chicken’s back” covers the preen gland, what it is, its importance, and function in poultry. There’s also information on biosecurity, conducting a physical exam of poultry, bird flu, and so much more! If you have poultry (chickens, ducks, geese, or turkeys) this book is a must have! The book is 8 1/2 x 11; 139 pages.