The main intention of the authors of the book " Diseases of dogs. Practical Guide for Veterinarians " was to retain the basic concept of reference work for practical application. The book includes both issues of equipment of the veterinary clinic: pharmacy, operating room, equipment and tools, as well as veterinary practice. For special practice, methods of diagnostic examination, the possibility of recognizing diseases and caring for them are considered - especially for the liver, circulatory organs, heart, endocrine glands and bones, as well as methods of anesthesia. In addition, diseases were included, with the increasing appearance of which today must be reckoned with. For the first time, diseases are given that, due to improved diagnostics, will be better diagnosed in the future.