Physiological events during parturition and possibilities for improving puppy survival: a review

G. Kredatusova, J. Hajurka, I. Szakallova, A. Valencakova and B. Vojtek
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G. Kredatusova: Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Kosice, Slovak Republic
J. Hajurka: Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Kosice, Slovak Republic
I. Szakallova: Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Kosice, Slovak Republic
A. Valencakova: Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Kosice, Slovak Republic
B. Vojtek: Small Animal Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy, Kosice, Slovak Republic

Veterinární medicína, 2011, vol. 56, issue 12, 589-594

Abstract: Clinical examination and emergency care in newborn puppies is difficult, due to their different physiological characteristics and needs from those of adult dogs. This paper reviews the physiological events during parturition and the influence of parturition on puppy health.

Keywords: parturition; puppies; Apgar; lactate; acid-base (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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