As the standard theriogenology text for veterinary students, Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics is also a great reference to keep post-graduation. The 10th edition of this book has been thoroughly updated to include normal reproduction and reproductive disorders, as well as diseases in the common and less common domestic species (dogs, cats, pigs, and horses as well as llamas, alpacas, and camels). This sorely needed information is vital for practicing in underdeveloped countries which lack the technology, equipment, and personnel offered in the U.S. With many international contributing authors, this one-of-a-kind text includes developments in reproductive biology and endocrinology from across the globe. - Only textbook covering all major domestic mammalian species ensures you get consistent, authoritative advice on all species that experience challenges related to reproduction and obstetrics. - Only book available that covers all aspects of theriogenology in all major domestic mammalian species recognizes the importance of species from every inch of the globe. - A practical, clinical approach to the content provides you with the instruction you need to improve your clinical proficiency. - Comparative aspects of theriogenology and obstetrics helps you to see beyond your species of immediate interest, and broaden your scope of knowledge and understanding of the discipline. - Consistent leadership of David Noakes through nine previous editions makes this the most highly regarded text worldwide in this genre. - NEW! Extensive coverage of less-common domestic species prepares you to work with these animals in developing countries where they're more common. - NEW! Black and white images replaced with color pictures to optimize full-color design and demonstrate specific techniques. - NEW! Additional international contributors provide you with a global, multi-faceted perspective on a variety of species.

This new eighth edition of the classic text covers all aspects of reproduction and obstetrics in all common domestic species, as well as several less common species. This is the only book to cover the full range of domestic animals and now also includes less common species such as llamas and alpacas. Several more common, frequently encountered small animal species such as guinea pigs and rabbits are discussed for the first time in this edition.

This new eighth edition of the classic text covers all aspects of reproduction and obstetrics in all common domestic species, as well as several less common species. This is the only book to cover the full range of domestic animals and now also includes less common species such as llamas and alpacas. Several more common, frequently encountered small animal species such as guinea pigs and rabbits are discussed for the first time in this edition.

The oestrous cycle and its controls, The development of the conceptus, Pregnancy and its detection in the mare, Pregnancy and its detection in the cow, Pregnancy diagnosis in the sow, ewe and bitch, Anormalies of development of the conceptus, Prolapse of the vagina, Parturition, The care of parturient animals and the newborn:the puerperium, Dytocia:general considerations, Maternal dystocia, Fetal dystocia:aetiology and incidence, The approach to an obstetrical case, Manipulative delivery per vaginam:farm animals and the bitch, Dystocia due to fetal oversize, Dystocia due to defects of position or presentation, Dystocia due to twins or monstrosities, Injuries and diseases incidental to parturition, The caesarean operation, Caesarean operations in the bitch and cat, Retention of the fetal membranes, Postparturient prolapse of the uterus, Infertility in the cow:general, anatomical and functional, Infectious forms of infertility in cattle, The veterinary control of herd infertility, Sheep infertility, Infertility in the mare, Swine infertility, Infertility in the bitch and cat, The normal sexual apparatus of male animals, Reproductive abnormalities of male animals, Artificial insemination.

"Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics has been the standard reference textbook for veterinary students for many years, as well as for students of animal science and related disciplines; in addition it has also been a useful reference source for the practicing veterinary surgeon. The new edition builds on the success of the previous edition covering normal reproduction and reproductive disorders and diseases in the common and less common domesticated species (llamas, alpacas, camels). The book has been completely revised with full colour throughout to include recent developments in reproductive biology and endocrinology, as well as the new knowledge on the causes and treatment of reproductive disease." "This is a reference text that has been refreshed well and warrants a place on practice bookshelves." - Veterinary Record, Feb 2011 Classic text reference Covering all aspects of reproduction and obstetrics in all common and less common domestic species Only book covering full range of domestic animals Practical clinical approach throughout Thorough updating throughout to reflect changes in practice since the last edition New authors and contributors to ensure contemporary and international approach (contributors from Finland, the Netherlands, USA, Denmark an New Zealand) Full colour throughout