Cheryl Lopate - Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets

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Management of pregnant and neonatal dogs, cats, and exotic pets / edited by Cheryl Lopate.

p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-0-8138-0793-5 (pbk. : alk. paper) 1. DogsBreeding. 2. CatsBreeding. 3. Wild animals as pets. 4. Veterinary neonatology. I. Lopate, Cheryl.

SF427.2.M36 2012

636.7'1dc23

2012002592

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Contributors

Cynthia R. Bishop
Department of Biology and Pre-Professional Health Sciences, Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA; Bothell, WA

Mark E. Burgess
Southwest Animal Hospital/The Exotic Animal Practice
Beaverton, OR

Margret L. Casal
Section of Medical Genetics, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Jill Cline
Science Officer, K9 Crazy Consulting
Pine Bluff, AR

Cheri A. Johnson
College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Cheryl Lopate
Reproductive Revolutions and Wilsonville Veterinary Clinic
Wilsonville, OR

Margaret V. Root Kustritz
Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota
St. Paul, MN

Kersti Seksel
Sydney Animal Behaviour Service
Seaforth, Australia

Daniele Zambelli
Dipartimento Clinico Veterinario, Servizio di Riproduzione Animale, Facolt di Medicina Veterinaria
Ozzano Emilia (Bo), Italy

Preface

This book is dedicated to all the dog, cat, and exotic breeders in the world who are striving to improve their breeds through ethical and thoughtful breeding practices. These breeders always ask Why? when things go wrong and then make every effort to correct them on the next breeding. They also take note when things go right and try to recreate the positives while constantly making improvements in their lines and breeds. Many of these clients have been breeding for countless years, while others are new to the arena; yet both ends of the spectrum seek accurate, scientific information and research on which to base their breeding practices. It is these clients who make us strive to constantly learn more, study more, and work harder in order to help them achieve their goals. I am proud to work alongside these clients every day.

I would also like to thank all those who have mentored me in my career. From Gail Todter, the breeding farm manager at Bentwood Farms in Waco, Texas, who first piqued my interest in reproduction; to Ed Squires and Peter Elsden at Colorado State University, who cultivated that interest; and finally, to Walter Threlfall at The Ohio State University, who delivered me into the world of small animal reproduction (as well as many other species) and further taught me to be a critical thinker. After graduating from veterinary school, it was all the members of The Society for Theriogenology and the Diplomates of the American College of Theriogenologists who were always willing to teach and mentor anyone with an interest in reproduction, always seeking to draw another into their fold who was as eager as they were to assist with the creation of new life in whatever species happened to walk through their doors. Specifically, the mentorship and collegiality of Peggy Root Kustritz from the University of Minnesota, Cathy Gartley from the University of Guelph, as well as Jim Callahan and Larry Horstman from Purdue University were pivotal in my growth first as a resident and then as a new Diplomate. Without the guidance of each of these people, as well as countless others, I would not be sitting where I am today, writing the preface to this textbook on small animal neonatology.

Credit and thanks also go to each of the other contributors to this textbook, who gave of their time and extensive knowledge to create this work.

The textbook literature is sparse in the area of small animal neonatology. This is what inspired me to agree to edit this text on small animal neonatology. As the editor of this text, I hope that veterinarians, veterinary technicians, educators, and breeders will all find this book a valuable resource to place on the shelves of their libraries and to have a resource to reach for when questions arise.

Cheryl Lopate

Kennel Management and Nutrition of the Bitch and Her Offspring

Jill Cline

There is no denying that kennel management, husbandry, and nutrition play equal roles in determining the success of a mating to bear live, viable puppies. Simple management of each of these factors will significantly improve the likelihood of a healthy breeding stock and puppies.