Effects of Acute Stress on Parturition in Pony Mares

In this study, we followed the hypothesis that parasympathetic dominance during expulsion of the foal can be overridden by an acute stress response during labor.

Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - June 23, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: C. Aurich, M. Melchert, C. Gauthier, J. Aurich, C. Nagel Source Type: research