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[Perinatal mortality in dogs. Clinical, bacteriological and pathological studies]
1Tierversuchsanlage der Medizinischen Einrichtungen, Heinrich-Heine-Universität, Düsseldorf.
Tierarztliche Praxis
|August 1, 1990
Summary
Bacterial infections cause significant puppy deaths in breeding kennels. Prophylactic hygiene and antibiotic treatment can reduce puppy losses to under 10%.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Reproduction
- Bacteriology
Context:
- Intensively operated dog breeding kennels face high perinatal mortality.
- Bacterial infections, including Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococci type G, and beta-hemolytic E. coli, are primary causes of puppy death.
- Subclinical mastitis in bitches also leads to fatal septicaemia in newborn puppies.
Purpose:
- To identify key bacterial pathogens contributing to perinatal mortality in puppies.
- To evaluate the efficacy of prophylactic hygienic measures and antibiotic treatments in reducing puppy losses.
Summary:
- Bacterial pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococci type G, and beta-hemolytic E. coli are transmitted to puppies, causing septicaemic death.
- Subclinical mastitis in the dam is another critical source of infection leading to neonatal mortality.
- Pre-breeding and pre-parturition examinations, including bacteriological analysis of the genital tract and milk, are crucial for risk assessment.
Impact:
- Implementing prophylactic hygienic measures and targeted antibiotic therapy can decrease puppy mortality rates below 10%.
- This study provides a framework for improving neonatal survival in breeding kennels through enhanced biosecurity and veterinary care.
- Highlights the importance of early detection and intervention for bacterial infections in canine perinatal care.