The breeds used in developing a specific cur dog type were dependent on the needs of a farmer as well as the climate and terrain. Individual dogs were bred based on working and hunting performance regardless of their breed.
Non-Stress Test in Pregnancy A non-stress test (NST) checks the health of your baby by looking at your babyâs heartbeat and movement during pregnancy. The test may be used when: â¢ Your baby is not moving as much as usual. â¢ You are near the end of pregnancy or past your due date. â¢ Your pregnancy is high risk. About the Test NST is often given after 28 weeks of pregnancy when your baby is able to respond to the test. â¢ For a high risk pregnancy, the test may be given before 28 weeks. â¢ If admitted to the hospital during your pregnancy, the test may be given 1 to 2 times a day to check the health of your baby.
Neural tube defects (NTDs) are birth defects. They affect a babyâs spine, spinal cord, or brain. Normally, a fetusâ neural tube develops into their brain, spinal cord, and spinal column. A NTD occurs if the tube doesnât fully form or close completely. The different kinds of neural tube defects are: Spina bifida. This is the most common NTD. It occurs in the base of the fetusâ spinal column. The opening allows part of the spinal cord to poke through the column. Spina bifida comes in several types. Anencephaly. It occurs in the upper part of the neural