An experienced veterinarian may be able to palpate or feel the fetuses in the uterus of a relaxed cat, as the optimal time for
pregnancy palpation is about 28 - 32 days of pregnancy.
Not exact matches
Rectal abdominal
palpation with a wand is a simple, cheap and quick method, however its accuracy for determining multiple
pregnancies is low and it can cause abortion or rectal perforation.
Veterinarians can confirm doggie
pregnancies in numerous different ways, including both ultrasound and abdominal
palpation.
Ultrasound services are available to evaluate the genital tract and other areas, including for
pregnancy diagnosis, although other techniques include abdominal
palpation and fibrinogen assay.
However, if the dog has a uterine infection or false
pregnancy, the uterus my feel full in
palpation when it really is not.
At this time
pregnancy can be detected by ultrasound, a blood test for relaxin (a hormone only produced in pregnant dogs) or
palpation of the dog by the vet.
To confirm
pregnancy,
palpation of the bitch's abdomen for the presence of evenly spaced swellings can be conducted by an experienced person between 20 and 30 days after the last mating.
You will be responsible for ALL COSTS for mom and the litter including vet bills, shots, vitamins, tests, food, stud fees,
palpation to verify
pregnancy, whelping pen, x-rays, de-worming, dewclaw removal, ear / tail cropping, advertising fees, litter registration fees, and
pregnancy complications.