The Good Dog Pod

Learn what’s normal during late gestation, whelping and the postpartum period in female dogs. Dr. Joshua Trumble, DVM reviews some of the most common reproductive emergencies during these timepoints, including signs to look out for and what to expect at veterinary visits for these emergencies.
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Learn about different breeding methods and types of semen used in canine reproduction. Dr. Barstow also covers practical approaches to help maximize fertility and improve breeding outcomes.
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Canine breeding management can be costly and time-consuming. Dr. Cecere discusses the canine reproductive cycle and how tracking hormonal levels is key to successful breeding timing. Different types of tests that measure progesterone and LH hormones, as well as the unique physiology that drives canine oocyte maturation, are also reviewed.
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Learn how to gather information to sort out the true cause of a health condition. Although many breeders use a disease association rather than cause and effect to decide the cause of disease, you will gain insights to distinguish the differences.
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Listen to an in-depth discussion of canine elective C-sections to understand why this delivery option may be preferred in some cases and in some breeds. Learn about the process of the planning stages, surgery and postoperative care.
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