Management of Pregnant and Neonatal Dogs, Cats, and Exotic Pets

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. Key points 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 Covers kennel management and nutrition Offers information on the physiology of pregnancy and parturition, dystocia management and periparturient disorders Includes nearly 200 clinical photographs and illustrations to demonstrate the concepts discussed

Contributors vii Preface ix 1 Kennel Management and Nutrition of the Bitch and Her Offspring 1 Jill Cline 2 Cattery Management and Nutrition of the Queen and Her Offspring 15 Jill Cline 3 Reproductive Physiology of Canine Pregnancy and Parturition and Conditions of the Periparturient Period 25 Cheryl Lopate 4 Reproductive Physiology of Feline Pregnancy and Parturition and Conditions of the Periparturient Period 43 Daniele Zambelli 5 Assessment of Fetal Well–Being and Gestational Age in the Bitch and Queen 55 Cheryl Lopate 6 Neonatal Resuscitation: Canine and Feline 77 Cheri A. Johnson and Margret L. Casal 7 Canine Neonatal Physiology, Behavior, and Socialization 93 Cheryl Lopate and Kersti Seksel 8 Canine Neonatal Disorders 129 Margaret V. Root Kustritz 9 Feline Neonatal Physiology, Behavior, and Socialization 145 Daniele Zambelli 10 Feline Neonatal Disorders 159 Margaret V. Root Kustritz 11 Canine and Feline Congenital Defects and Genetic Counseling 169 Margret L. Casal 12 Management of Orphan Puppies and Kittens 207 Margret L. Casal 13 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Rabbits 217 Cynthia R. Bishop and Mark E. Burgess 14 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Cavies (Guinea Pigs) 239 Cynthia R. Bishop and Mark E. Burgess 15 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of the Small Rodents (Hamsters/Gerbils/Rats/Mice) 259 Mark E. Burgess and Cynthia R. Bishop 16 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Hedgehogs 273 Mark E. Burgess and Cynthia R. Bishop 17 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Sugar Gliders 283 Mark E. Burgess and Cynthia R. Bishop 18 Reproductive Physiology, Normal Neonatology, and Neonatal Disorders of Chinchillas 295 Mark E. Burgess and Cynthia R. Bishop Index 309

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.

“All in all, I highly recommend this modestly priced book, and it will be a welcome addition to my reference shelf.”  ( Journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association , 15 March 2013) “I would definitely suggest this book to breeders, students and newly qualified vets , and I think it should be reserved a spot on all veterinary practice bookshelves.”  ( Veterinary Record , 16 February 2013) “Each chapter is backed up by references and the part on small mammals and exotics can prove extremely useful in practice.”  ( Vet Nurses Today , 1November  2012)                    “This is a particularly useful book, crammed full of information which practitioners should definitely have within arms’ reach, and which I will be adding to our practice’s bookshelf.”  ( Veterinary Practice , 1 November 2012)