The field of veterinary ethics deals with the moral responsibilities and ideals of veterinarians in their capacity of providers of medical care for animals, and as members of the veterinary profession when the profession speaks on issues relating to the use, treatment, and medical care of animals. This text discusses the various ethical dilemmas faced by veterinarians. It is comprehensive in scope and focuses on consideration of the client and patient in all decision-making. A section on high-tech procedures promotes awareness of the veterinarian's role and responsibility with state-of-the-art equipment, procedures and associated effects and costs. Case studies are included that allow readers to apply principles to real life practice situations. The author has worked with the AVMA to develop new curricular guidelines and practice standards, and lectures widely to veterinarians, medical researchers and the public on important ethical issues.