of veterinarians in the fundamental skills that remain irreplaceable. The desire to help students and practitioners alike remember that diagnostic excellence begins with careful observation and methodical examination, Dr. Englar and her co-contributors are fulfilling their dream, making a meaningful mark on the profession they love. This publication highlights the vital role of innovation in education, a key visionary element of the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine’s core identity. Through their teamwork, this group has developed a lasting resource that will influence veterinary education for years to come. Acknowledgment This publication is the result of countless hours of dedication, expertise, and teamwork. The valuable contributions, clinical insights, and commitment to educational excellence made this groundbreaking textbook possible. It reflects extensive clinical work, photographic documentation, and educational refinement—a true team effort to advance veterinary education. ■
assess with your own senses—grounds the entire text. For veterinarians facing unfamiliar challenges, the reminder to ask, “Is this normal or not?” becomes a critical anchor point. The textbook was explicitly designed for moments of uncertainty, reminding practitioners that solid diagnostic work begins with a thorough, hands-on examination. A First-of-Its-Kind Resource What makes this textbook particularly significant is its unique place in veterinary literature. “It was the first of its kind,” Dr. Englar notes with evident pride. Before this publication, no comprehensive resource existed that combined detailed photographic documentation of normal variations with step- by-step examination protocols laid out in a simple-to-digest format. The project’s collaborative nature was essential to its success. By bringing together the expertise of Dr. Leith, Dr. Eaton, Hallam, and Bentley alongside Dr. Englar’s vision, the team created a resource that addresses multiple aspects of clinical education—from hands- on technique to visual recognition of normal variants. The book reminds practitioners and students alike that successful diagnoses require more than pattern recognition—it demands a deep understanding of what constitutes normal before attempting to identify pathology. As experts in the field, we “know what to look for,” Englar explains, and the textbook aims to give developing veterinarians that same foundational knowledge. Impact and Legacy For veterinary educators struggling with the eternal challenge of teaching clinical skills, this textbook represents a significant breakthrough. It provides structure without rigidity, comprehensive guidance without overwhelming detail, and photographic evidence without losing sight of hands-on learning. As veterinary medicine continues to advance technologically, resources like Performing the Large Animal Physical Examination serve a vital function: grounding the next generation
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