Care and Diseases of Breeding Animals 



with the pet. She occupies a prominent position 

 in the family and receives the love and devotion 

 of all of its members. Her loss cannot be measured 

 by money, for the grief of all those who love her 

 is beyond money value. He who sponsored the 

 breeding is responsible for her untimely death. 



The dog, no matter whether it be male or female, 

 is much less desirable as a house dog after breed- 

 ing. The bitch loses her graceful form and be- 

 comes more excitable during her period of season. 

 The dog develops a great desire to mingle with 

 other dogs, especially those of the opposite sex. He 

 may become restless and will even run away from 

 his home, if the opportunity is afforded, in order 

 to gratify his desire. When unable to do this he 

 often becomes obnoxious about the house. 



Necessity. — Under normal conditions the bearing 

 of young should improve the health of the matron. 

 The advantages, however, do not outweigh the 

 dangers, hence the performance is not to be advised 

 even though it may seemingly be recommended. 

 Breeding is by no means necessary to the mainte- 

 nance of health, for it is possible for dogs of either 

 sex to pass through a very vigorous existence with- 

 out having a single intercourse. 



Reproductive Functions 



Estrum. — The period of estrum or season, as it 

 is generally called, first occurs in the bitch when 



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