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Hematologic values of conditioned, captive wild coyotes.

N L Gates1, E K Goering

  • 1U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Dubois, Idaho 83423, USA.

Journal of Wildlife Diseases
|July 1, 1976
PubMed
Summary

This study established normal hematologic values for captive coyotes (Canis latrans). These findings provide a baseline for understanding coyote health in controlled environments.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Wildlife Biology
  • Comparative Hematology

Background:

  • Hematologic values are crucial for assessing the health of wild animal populations.
  • Establishing reference ranges is essential for diagnosing diseases and monitoring physiological status in coyotes (Canis latrans).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine baseline hematologic values in a cohort of conditioned, captive coyotes.
  • To provide a reference standard for future health assessments of coyotes in managed care or research settings.

Main Methods:

  • Blood samples were collected from 35 coyotes (Canis latrans).
  • Complete blood counts (CBCs) were performed to analyze various hematologic parameters.
  • Animals were housed under controlled environmental and nutritional conditions.

Main Results:

  • Hematologic values, including red blood cell counts, white blood cell counts, and platelet counts, were systematically recorded.
  • The study established a comprehensive set of reference ranges for key hematologic parameters in this specific coyote population.

Conclusions:

  • The established hematologic values serve as a critical reference for evaluating the health of captive coyotes.
  • These data support the diagnosis and management of health conditions in Canis latrans under managed conditions.

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