Reproductive Health Services
Reproductive Health Services
As a pet owner it is important to take every step towards dependable care, especially when considering your pet’s reproductive health. In offering reproductive health services, our goal is to ensure all aspects of pregnancy and fertility are uncomplicated. Whether you have extensive experience breeding, are new to the venture, or are considering spay or neuter, we can assist with numerous services. If you have questions about any of the following services or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact our office at your convenience.
Cesarean Section (C-section)
Cesarean Section (C-section)
Whether you are a breeder or have an accidental litter, you might be faced with the need for a Cesarean section (C-section). There are many reasons that female pets require a C-section, ranging from a narrow birth canal to an awkward positioning of the litter. In some cases, a C-section can save the mother and litter’s lives. Our skilled surgeons are proud to offer our patients scheduled and emergency Cesarean section services.
Reason for a Cesarean section:
- Fetal distress.
- Irregularity of a particular breed, namely size or shape of newborn.
- Litter consists of a single offspring.
- Litter is in awkward position and cesarean section might be necessary to save litter.
- Mother is having difficulty with natural birthing, and C-section becomes necessary.
- Mother’s pelvic shape or size.
- Mothers that have previously had litters via cesarean will likely have future litters similarly.
What does a Cesarean section involve?
What does a Cesarean section involve?
A Cesarean section is usually straightforward. In cases where the lives of the mother and her offspring are in danger, emphasis is placed on extracting the newborns quickly. In all cases, great precision and care are taken to ensure the safety and health of all patients. Initially, the mother’s abdomen is cleaned and shaved to reveal the surgical site. The mother is anaesthetized and the uterous is exposed through an abdominal incision. The babies are removed from the uterus and placed in neonatal care where breathing is stimulated, the amniotic sac is removed, fluid is taken out of their lungs, and their umbilical cords are tied. The mother’s incision is then sutured closed.
Because the mother did not undergo the natural whelping process, she is more likely to reject her newborns and must be introduced to the process of nurturing her offspring. With the help of our trained staff, the mother will be guided in nurturing her litter and will be taught typical mothering techniques. After she begins to take motherly initiatives, the mother and newborns can be released to their owner.
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An important step in maintaining the health and happiness of your pet is to schedule an appointment with a qualified veterinarian. Please contact our office by phone or complete the appointment request form below. Our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
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