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Creator:: Van Why, Savannah L.
Abstract:: Many domesticated animals, especially dogs, are selectively bred within a small population to select for and “fix” certain traits. This leads to decreasing genetic diversity and the potential for inherited health issues over time. The Saluki is a relatively rare breed of dog in the U.S. The Society for the...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: pedigree with three full generations 36 D CUE abstract 37 E CUE and Honors College poster 39

Creator:: Kiefel, Claire A.
Abstract:: Gonadectomy has been associated with a 1.5-2 fold increase in the occurrence of canine hip dysplasia and a 2-3 fold increase in the occurrence of canine anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. In intact dogs, luteinizing hormone (LH) is secreted from the adenohypophysis to stimulate the synthesis of gonadal hormones, which...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . International Symposium on Canine and Feline Reproduction Poster 2016 and Northwest Reproductive Sciences

Creator:: Meeker, Alissa R.
Abstract:: There are over two million pet rabbits in the United States. Many rabbits are obtained as adults from pet stores and humane societies. Pet rabbit owners may elect to perform ovariohysterectomy (spay) surgeries on female rabbits to prevent unwanted pregnancies as well as to eliminate the possibility of reproductive disorders...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: ...................................................................... 55 Appendix F: URSA Engage Poster

Creator:: Omoto, Holly
Abstract:: Post-mortem examinations were performed on 29 deceased Persian kittens from 13 different litters, and 30 deceased Devon Rex kittens from 18 different litters in order to identify gross anatomical abnormalities. Fifteen kittens were stillborn (8 Devon Rex, 7 Persian), 17 kittens died during the first day of life (16 Devon...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: disease…………………………………………………13 I. B. 1. b. Husbandry-related deaths………………………………………………….15 I. B. 1. c

Creator:: Ryan, Elise L.
Abstract:: The objective of this research was to determine if acupuncture can reduce bovine mammary inflammation. Lactating cows at the Oregon State University Dairy Research Center were selected based on Dairy Herd Improvement Association reports indicating a SCC >500,000 cells/mL. A California Mastitis Test (CMT) score of greater than one was...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Poster 2019…………………………………………………94 1 Chapter I: Introduction I.A. General Anatomy of

Creator:: Fellows, Elizabeth Jane
Abstract:: This research investigated gene expression in the canine placenta during the peripartum period. Previous studies have recognized molecular changes that occur in the placenta around the time of placental release in other species, but no study has looked at gene expression in the late gestation canine placenta. Of particular significance...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ..................................................................170 Appendix J.3 NWRSS 2011 Poster .........................................................172

Creator:: Donovan, Caitlin Elizabeth
Abstract:: Reproductive function in the dog is controlled by feedback mechanisms that involve the hypothalamus, the anterior pituitary gland, and the gonads. Surgical gonad removal, a common procedure performed in dogs for the purposes of sterilization, disrupts the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis and results in permanently elevated concentrations of gonadotropins. Manipulation of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Appendix O.5: NWRSS and ISCFR 2012 Poster .............................................. 153

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