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Reproduction

Highlights from the world of ferret medicine
Here's an update on adrenal disease therapy for these more unusual veterinary patients, plus the adventure of Zelda, a rare recipient of a pacemaker thanks to Kansas State University.
Breaking down the optimal spay-neuter timing debate
Dr. Philip Bushby has thoughts on this now more complex question and how to work with clients to come to the best decision.
Meconium aspiration syndrome in foals
When a foal becomes hypoxic in utero, a vicious cycle can ensue. Here’s a look at meconium aspiration syndrome prevalence and treatment in foals, as well as learnings from other species.
Lessons learned about safe, efficient spays and neuters
You’ve done these surgeries a million times (slight exaggeration). But you’ll likely glean something new from this veterinary practitioner’s take on the updated spay and neuter guidelines.

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Missouri veterinary team tackles the case of the foal with no mother
Reproduction expert uses hormones and technique to convince retired mare to act as mother to foal rejected by biological dam.
Study shows early neutering poses health risks for German shepherds
UC Davis research finds early neutering triples risk of certain joint disorders, urinary incontinence in females.
Feeding the broodmare for the health of the foal
Proper diet is important throughout equine gestation, but it’s especially critical in the first and third trimesters.
First ‘test tube’ puppies born at Cornell veterinary college
Researchers hope to use IVF pups to study genetic diseases in people.
Journal Scan: Ovarian pedicle tie technique put to the test
Will this alternative ovariohysterectomy technique hold up while saving valuable time in a high-volume setting?

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Scrotal castration versus prescrotal castration in dogs
Is the scrotal castration technique as safe and efficient as the commonly taught prescrotal technique? The results of this study might surprise you.
Investigating early embryonic loss in mares
Discover which potential risk factors are the most likely culprits in your equine veterinary patients—and how to manage them.
Foal disorder linked to autism in people; new veterinary treatment may hold clues
Technique developed by Dr. John Madigan simulates birthing trigger that cues change in neurosteroids.
Idea Exchange: DIY tool simplifies cat castrations
This reader tip will help you perfectly position cats.
Aminocaproic acid's effectiveness as a hemostatic agent after gonadectomy
This study investigated whether aminocaproic acid can help with delayed bleeding after spays or neuters in retired racing greyhounds.