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Canine Cesarean Section
(CS) is primarily performed to increase survival of newborns and less commonly to save the life or reproductive future of the dam. Conducting proper ovulation timing to accurately predict the due date will allow a planned, elective CS as an excellent alternative to a high-risk natural whelping, and possible dystocia, for certain breeds and situations. Techniques for ovulation timing, anesthesia, and surgery tips are provided. (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 26, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Janice Cain, Autumn Davidson Source Type: research

Common Orthopedic Traits and Screening for Breeding Programs
Orthopedic diseases are complex traits, meaning genetics and environmental factors affect risk, making identification of genetic associations difficult. In the United States, hip and elbow scores, patellar luxation scores, Legg-Calv é-Perthes disease, and shoulder osteochondrosis affectedness are available in the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals registry. Distraction indices and extended, ventrodorsal hip conformation scores are recorded by PennHIP. Application of estimated breeding values for hip and elbow dysplasia in breed er selection reduces the severity and prevalence of these traits. Genomic prediction and whole-g...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 22, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Jessica J. Hayward, Rory J. Todhunter Source Type: research

Incorporating Genetic Testing into a Breeding Program
Genetic tests are powerful tools that enable (1) a focus on genetic diversity as mating outcomes can be predicted and thus optimized to minimize or even avoid exclusion and (2) working toward breeding goals by improving a phenotype. (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 21, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Bart J.G. Broeckx Source Type: research

An Update on Male Canine Infertility
This article aims to discuss and outline some of the tests that can be done to try to ascertain the underlying cause of abnormalities found in a semen assessment. Topics discussed are semen alkaline phosphatase measurement, retrograde ejaculation assessment, ultrasound of the male reproductive tract, semen culture, human chorionic gonadotropin response testing, dietary assessment for phytoestrogens, environmental impacts on spermatogenesis, testicular biopsy, supplements to improve semen quality and quantity, and when to expect an improvement in semen quality after starting treatment. (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North A...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 21, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Stuart J. Mason Source Type: research

Pathology of Perinatal Disorders
Perinatal deaths including abortions, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths are an important economic and emotional challenge for companion animal owners, breeders, and veterinarians. A protocol for the investigation of perinatal deaths in dogs and cats is described, including examination of the placenta. Specific lesions of common infectious diseases leading to perinatal death are presented, as well as the more prevalent noninfectious causes. These include viruses, bacteria, protozoa, metabolic causes, “accidents of pregnancy,” nutritional deficiencies, intoxications, hormonal causes, and heritable and nonheritable congeni...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 21, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Dalen Agnew Source Type: research

Body Condition and Fertility in Dogs
Ideal body condition and nutritional status in dogs is essential for quality of life, including reproductive health. Herein, we review the implications body condition, particularly fat, has on puberty, fertility, pregnancy, and parturition in dogs. Ideal body condition at puberty is necessary for dogs to achieve sexual maturity and reproduce. Moreover, over and under conditioned female dogs have increased risk of adverse pregnancy, parturition, and neonatal outcomes. Less is known about body condition and male dog fertility but  some evidence is provided in this article. Finally, recommendations for maintaining an idea...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 19, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Jennifer Sones, Orsolya Balogh Source Type: research

Rehabilitation Therapy for the Degenerative Myelopathy Patient
Degenerative myelopathy is an inherited, progressive, neurodegenerative disorder affecting the spinal cord of dogs. There is no treatment of the disease. Physical rehabilitation is the only intervention that slows progression and prolongs quality of life. Further studies are needed to develop advanced treatment options and to better characterize the use of complementary therapeutic modalities in palliative care for these patients. (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Theresa E. Pancotto Source Type: research

Rehabilitation Therapy
VETERINARY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA: SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: MOLLY J. FLAHERTY Source Type: research

Copyright
Elsevier (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research

Contributors
MOLLY J. FLAHERTY, DVM, CCRP, CVA, CVSMT, CVPP (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research

Contents
Molly J. Flaherty (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research

Forthcoming Issues
Small Animal Theriogenology (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - May 12, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research

Veterinary Rehabilitation Updates: From Pain Management to Healing and Function
It is a great honor to act as guest editor and author for the Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice issue on Rehabilitation Therapy. Being a part of the field of veterinary rehabilitation has been a joy in my career. It provides so many benefits to our patients, including pain relief, mobility, quality of life, improved health, and enhancement of the human animal bond. The last rehabilitation therapy –dedicated issue was in 2005, and the field continues to grow by leaps and bounds, attracting practitioners all over the world passionate about their work. (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: S...
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - April 25, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Molly J. Flaherty Tags: Preface Source Type: research

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats and Dogs
If we could have three wishes for the management of diabetes in dogs and cats, they would probably be these: (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - April 6, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Chen Gilor, Thomas K. Graves Tags: Preface Source Type: research

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats and Dogs
VETERINARY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA: SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE (Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice)
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - April 6, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Chen Gilor, Thomas K. Graves Source Type: research