
By Geoffrey H.Arthur , David E. Noakes , Timothy J. Parkinson, Gary C. W. England
Arthur’s Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics 8th Edition is a comprehensive reference covering reproduction and obstetrics across all major domestic species, with additional coverage of less common animals such as llamas and alpacas.
The text provides detailed discussion of ovarian cyclicity, pregnancy, parturition, dystocia, infertility, genital surgery, artificial insemination, and embryo transfer. Both female and male reproductive physiology and pathology are addressed, alongside practical obstetrical procedures and herd fertility management.
The Arthur’s Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics 8th Edition PDF remains a foundational resource for veterinary students, clinicians, and practitioners working in large and small animal reproduction.
Table of Contents
- Front Matter
- Chapter 1: Control Of Ovarian Cyclicity
- Chapter 2: Development Of The Conceptus
- Chapter 3: Pregnancy And Diagnosis
- Chapter 4: Abnormal Conceptus Development
- Chapter 5: Vaginal And Cervical Prolapse
- Chapter 6: Parturition And Care Of Animals
- Chapter 7: Puerperium And Newborn Care
- Chapter 8: General Considerations
- Chapter 9: Obstetric Examination
- Chapter 10: Maternal Dystocia
- Chapter 11: Fetal Dystocia
- Chapter 12: Manipulative Delivery In Farm Animals And Horses
- Chapter 13: Vaginal Delivery In Small Animals
- Chapter 14: Fetomaternal Disproportion
- Chapter 15: Postural Defects In Dystocia
- Chapter 16: Defects Of Position And Presentation
- Chapter 17: Twins And Monstrosities
- Chapter 18: Injuries Related To Parturition
- Chapter 19: Uterine Prolapse
- Chapter 20: Teaser Preparation
- Chapter 21: Genital Surgery In Small Animals
- Chapter 22: Genital Surgery In Small Animals
- Chapter 23: Infectious Infertility In Cattle
- Chapter 24: Herd Fertility Control
- Chapter 25: Infertility In Ewe And Doe
- Chapter 26: Infertility In The Mare
- Chapter 27: Infertility In The Sow And Gilt
- Chapter 28: Infertility In The Bitch And Queen
- Chapter 29: Male Reproduction
- Chapter 30: Male Fertility And Infertility
- Chapter 31: Artificial Insemination
- Chapter 32: Reproduction In The Camel
- Chapter 33: Reproduction In The Buffalo
- Chapter 34: Reproduction In Rabbits And Rodents
- Chapter 35: Embryo Transfer In Domestic Animals
- Appendix
- Back Matter