Difference between revisions of "Maternal Behaviour - Anatomy & Physiology"
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* Seek isolation | * Seek isolation | ||
* Restless | * Restless | ||
| − | * Nesting responses | + | * Nesting responses (non-ungulates) |
* Attention to vulva | * Attention to vulva | ||
Revision as of 07:18, 16 July 2008
Pre-Parturient
- Seek isolation
- Restless
- Nesting responses (non-ungulates)
- Attention to vulva
Parturient
- species differences
- Assist delivery
- Contractions including abdominal muscles
- Characteristic posture,
- Vocalisation
Post-Parturient
- Placenta eaten in many species including herbivores
- Attention to young (licking)
- Directing young to teats