Reproductive

Figure 1. A lack of scrotal sac and testicle can be observed on the right side, consistent with either cryptorchidism or monorchidism. Clinical examination alone cannot differentiate between the two conditions unless a second testicle can be palpated in the inguinal canal or abdominally.

A case of monorchidism in a domestic rabbit

A 1-year 11-month-old, 2.1 kg, male intact crossbreed rabbit presented to Abercorn Veterinary Clinic, Edinburgh after being fostered through a rabbit charity. Clinical examination by a veterinary...

Anaesthetic management of caesarean sections in dogs

The anaesthetic plan must aim for maternal and neonatal survival, presenting a unique challenge to the anaesthetist. Exposure of the fetuses to anaesthetic drugs, since many cross the placenta...

Castrating dogs: why, when, how?

A minimally invasive ‘field surgical’ technique for castration has been proposed. Pin hole castration involves utilising a very small incision to ligate and cut the ductus deferens and testicular...

Figure 1. After birth nutrition is provided by the colostrum and milk until weaning at 3–4 weeks.

The role of energy and weight: from conception to adulthood

Adipose tissue is an active organ that produces a large range of hormones and protein factors called adipokines. One such hormone is leptin, which plays a pivotal role in reproduction. Leptin levels...

Figure 1. Factors affecting the outcome of steam sterilisation.

Factors associated with steam sterilisation failure

Human error is cited as the main cause of steam sterilisation process failures, followed by equipment mal-function and steam quality/performance (Figure 1) (Chandrapati, 2008)..