Small Animal Lecture 2 Flashcards
How long is the gestation length of a dog?
63 days
Gestation length of a dog: ___ days from ovulation.
63 days +/- 1
Gestation length of a dog: ___ days from LH surge.
65 days +/- 1
When does implantation occur in the bitch?
20-22 days post LH surge
What must progesterone levels remain above to maintain pregnancy in the bitch?
> 2 ng/dL
What is the sole source of progesterone in the pregnant bitch?
CL
What is the average gestation length in the queen?
65 days
When would you expect implantation to occur in the queen?
12-13 days post breeding
True or False: both the bitch and the queen are CL-dependent.
TRUE
Which 3 hormones maintain the CL in the queen?
- LH
- Progesterone
- Prolactin
What type of placenta do the dog and cat have?
Endotheliochorial, zonary, modified deciduate placenta
What color is discharge in the dog?
Green
What color is discharge in the cat?
Brown
What does A-mode U/S detect?
Fluid and heartbeats
What is B-mode U/S?
Real time