Computed Tomographic and Histopathologic Studies of Lung Function Immediately in Canine Neonates.

Background: The lung tissue in newborn canine neonates is still in a morphologically and functionally immature, canalicular-saccular stage. True alveoli are only formed postnatally. The aim of this study was to analyze the spatial and temporal development of the ventilation of the lung tissue in vital canine neonates during the first 24 h post natum (p.

[Development of clinically relevant vital signs of goat lambs of different breeds between birth and 28th day of life post natum].

Unlabelled: Monitoring caprine neonates is of great importance to minimize losses of valuable offspring potential. In addition to experience and ethological knowledge, it requires clinically relevant basic values for vitality assessment. Therefore, the aim of the study was to register appropriate basic parameters in healthy caprine lambs.

[Real-time analysis of parturition in bitches of a medium-sized breed].

Objective: Observation of the birth processes in healthy bitches under controlled conditions. The primary aim was to gain more insight into the natural birth process. Additional goal was to determine under which circumstances caregivers seek veterinary assistance.

Intrinsic challenges of neonatal adaptation in swine.

The losses of piglets in commercial pig farming remain at concerning levels and need to be addressed through the implementation of new sustainable breeding and management strategies. In fact, piglets are especially at risk in the first days of life. Both genetics and the farrowing process have been shown to impact piglet vitality.

Evaluation of the electrolyte status in hyperprolific sows on the farrowing process under different housing conditions.

In order to expand previous knowledge about the farrowing process of hyperprolific sows, the effect of calcium, magnesium and phosphor concentration in the blood and the importance of husbandry were examined. The study was performed in a small educational agriculture institution in Germany comprising 61 sows of a hyperprolific hybrid line (BHZP db.Viktoria).