Association between Birth Weight and Mortality over the Two First Months after Birth in Feline Species: Definition of Breed-Specific Thresholds
In many species, low birth weight is identified as a major determinant for neonatal survival. The objectives of the present study were (i) to assess, in a large feline purebred population, the impact of birth weight on 0–2 months mortality in kittens, and (ii) if such mortality occurs, to define cut...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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Series: | Animals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/11/1822 |