MANAGEMENT OF PREGNANT AND NEONATAL DOGS, CATS, AND EXOTIC PETS

1 Kennel Management and Nutrition of the Bitch and Her Offspring 1
2 Cattery Management and Nutrition of the Queen and Her Offspring 15
3 Reproductive Physiology of Canine Pregnancy and Parturition and Conditions of the Periparturient Period 25
4 Reproductive Physiology of Feline Pregnancy and Parturition and Conditions of the Periparturient Period 43
5 Assessment of Fetal Well-Being and Gestational Age in the Bitch and Queen 55
6 Neonatal Resuscitation: Canine and Feline 77
7 Canine Neonatal Physiology, Behavior, and Socialization 93
8 Canine Neonatal Disorders 129
9 Feline Neonatal Physiology, Behavior, and Socialization 145
10 Feline Neonatal Disorders 159
11 Canine and Feline Congenital Defects and Genetic Counseling 169
12 Management of Orphan Puppies and Kittens 207
13 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Rabbits 217
14 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Cavies (Guinea Pigs) 239
15 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of the Small Rodents (Hamsters/Gerbils/Rats/Mice) 259
16 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Hedgehogs 273
17 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Sugar Gliders 283
18 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Chinchillas 295

Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets is a comprehensive yet practical reference on small animal neonatology. Covering reproductive physiology of pregnancy and parturition, normal neonatology, and neonatal disorders in dogs, cats, and small exotic mammals, the book gives special emphasis to fetal well-being, parturition, normal physical parameters, behavior, common disorders and defects, emergency care, and orphan management. Information on nutritional and environmental considerations for both the dam and offspring is included, as well as guidance on offering advice to breeders providing neonatal care at home.
Well illustrated throughout, Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets is a complete resource for the successful management of pregnant and newborn pets. Veterinary practitioners, students, technicians, and professional breeders all will find the book’s how-to, clinically relevant approach to small animal neonatology invaluable.

Features
• Covers kennel management and nutrition
• Includes information on the physiology of pregnancy and parturition, dystocia management and periparturient disorders
• Presents clinically relevant information on caring for both healthy and ill neonatal dogs, cats, and exotics during the first eight weeks of life
• Focuses on neonatal disorders, congenital defects, emergencies, behavior, and socialization
• Includes nearly 200 clinical photographs and illustrations to demonstrate the concepts discussed

Author
Cheryl Lopate, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACT, is a co-owner of Reproductive Revolutions, a reproductive specialty practice that caters to companion animals, and Wilsonville Veterinary Clinic, a seven-doctor general small animal practice.