Veterian Key

16 Disorders of the Uterus FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) Did my bitch get pyometra from the male that bred her? No. Pyometra is a two-step process with an initial change…

4 Parasitology FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) Should I have fecal tests done regularly, and will that completely control parasites in my kennel? Dogs can carry parasites and have a negative…

14 Disorders of the Puerperium FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) What does a normal bitch look like in the days following whelping? When should I worry that something’s wrong? Normal bitches…

3 Microbiology FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) How can I best eradicate bacteria from the dogs in my breeding facility? You cannot. Bacteria are everywhere, and every time a dog breathes,…

11 Estrus Suppression, Sterilization, and Pregnancy Termination FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) I want my hunting dog to be in heat in the spring so I can breed her and have…

8 Anatomy and Reproductive Physiology FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) When do bitches go through heat for the first time? The average bitch goes through puberty at about 10 months of…

6 Endocrinology FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) Is it dangerous to give thyroid hormone to a show dog? All dogs should be tested before ever being given thyroid hormone and should…

5 Immunology FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) How important is it for pups to nurse immediately after birth? What can I do if they do not nurse? Puppies get very few…