Department of Theriogenology, University of Veterinary and Animal
Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
*Corresponding Author:
nasimahmad@uvas.edu.pk
Abstract
Four blackbucks, 4-6 years of age were handled for dystocia with a history of
straining and without successful delivery. Clinical examination revealed normal
vital parameters, partially opened cervix and dry birth canal. Water bags were
ruptured in all cases. In three out of four cases (75%), the fetus was extracted
out using standard obstetrical operations; however, one fetus (25%) was taken
out using fetotomy. All fetuses were dead after assisted delivery. Three out of
four (75%) dams were found active and behaved normally after delivery, however,
one dam (25%) died soon after obstetrical procedure. It was concluded that
dystocia in blackbucks can be effectively handled on similar lines as in
caprines and timely veterinary assistance is required in order to save the
newborns.