Animal pregnancy problems
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The time which elapses between each puppy's birth will depend on various factors, including breed and the mother dog's health. Generally speaking, the longest time between puppies is around two hours, even if it is possible for a healthy puppy to be born after this time. The average litter contains around...
It is too easy for us to humanize and even moralize our companion animals. It is often seen as amusing when we see them acting in ways which appear human to us. This means when they do something which would be seen as reprehensible to us, it can be confusing. A guinea pig eating her young is perhaps...
If you think your cat is pregnant, whether planned or unplanned, you need some basic information about what to expect and how to make sure your cat has a healthy pregnancy. It is also important that you learn to recognize if your cat is in labor, in case there is a problem that requires your intervention...
Pregnancy can be a worrying time for dog caregivers. Even experienced dog guardians can become worried if certain physical or behavioral changes occur during gestation. One of the most common concerns is whether or not a dog is going into labor. Although most pregnant canines will appear in control of the...
We need to be careful when taking care of a pregnant dog. There are some hidden considerations we need to make in terms of how we treat them. For example, even if they have been prescribed them before, there are certain medications they shouldn't take due to the potential effects on their pregnancy. Even...
During a dog's pregnancy, their body will undergo many visible changes. Inside the mother, chemical reactions caused by a change in hormone levels create the ideal conditions for the puppy embryos to develop. Gestation needs certain factors to be carried out and result in healthy puppies, with the health...
By their nature, cats are very good mothers. This can be seen by the fact most cats will know exactly what to do with their kittens, even if it is their first litter. So strong is the feline instinct to care for their kittens that they do not normally need any help from their human guardians to do so....
Cat pregnancies are always a delicate process. We care for them during their pregnancy and try to help them deliver their kittens. During this time, it's normal to feel alarmed or worried when an abnormality arises.
Any cat can experience a miscarriage during their pregnancy. Since cats cannot communicate...
Diarrhea is a relatively frequent disorder in dogs and can be due to multiple causes that require different treatments and care. However, if you observe blood in your dog's stool, it's understandable that you worry. Bloody diarrhea in dogs has different causes and treatment.
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A cat's reproductive behavior is more complicated than we often think. We know that they go into heat, but we don't necessarily know what implication this has on the cat's well-being. During their heat period, they undergo both behavioral and physical changes. Vaginal discharge is one such physical change which...
An expectant litter of kittens can make any cat guardian nervous. The birth of new life can also be an emotional and joyful time. If you have been anxious about your beloved cat bringing new life into the world, you will likely have done all you can to make their first day a comfortable one. This is why...
At AnimalWised we try to bring you everything you need to know about your companion animal's care. Unfortunately, this also entails some subjects readers might find upsetting. When a cat becomes pregnant, it brings up issues of responsibility which can be difficult to consider. Cats become parts of families...
The first thing we need to state in this AnimalWised article on why do dogs eat their puppies? is that it is not common. While it can and does happen for the reasons explained below, it is in the minority of births. Mother dogs have a protective instinct over their newborn puppies. While it may sound counter-intuitive,...
Is your dog panting after giving birth? If your dog is extremely restless, uncomfortable or nervous after giving birth, it is normal. However, if these do not remit, veterinary attention is required. Sometimes, after giving birth, bitches can experience complications which need to be attended to.
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At AnimalWised, we understand there are many sensitive issues when it comes to pet care. However, care is the operative word and we strive to provide the best information to make the world better for both individual animals and the animal community as a whole. Few topics are as sensitive as animal abortion....
If your dog is pregnant, then it is vital you learn how to ensure they are well looked after. They will need more care and protection during this vulnerable time. Ideally you would have a vet on hand as soon as they start to go into labor. Unfortunately, the relatively short labor period in dogs means...
Also known as pseudopregnancy or false pregnancy, phantom pregnancy in dogs is a relatively common disorder in this species. It appears at the end of the diestrus cycle and is characterized by the manifestation of clinical, physical and behavioral signs. These are symptoms typical of motherhood, which...
There are not many things that are cuter than a little donkey foal. If you are lucky enough to get first hand experience with a donkey's pregnancy and the birthing process, you must be informed. It is quite difficult to spot pregnancy in a donkey during the early stages. But, AnimalWised have a comprehensive...
Although cases of phantom or false pregnancy in cats are very rare, it can happen. Pseudopregnancy, the scientific name of this condition, manifests the some or all the symptoms of pregnancy without the animal actually being pregnant.
The instinct for reproduction is very strong. Female cats who cannot conceive...
A home is rarely as full of tenderness as when a cat has given birth to her litter and is caring for her kittens. The mother's lactation and attention will be hugely important during the first three weeks for the proper development of the kittens. The owner also needs to pay close attention to the mother...
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