A Primer on Pregnancy Care for Dams

Join Dr. Frances Smith in a LIVE webinar aimed at reviewing the basics of canine pregnancy care. Learn the timing specifics and tips that can help guide your female through a safe pregnancy and delivery of a healthy litter.

About Frances O. Smith, DVM, PhD, DACT

Frances O. Smith, DVM, PhD, DACT became a Diplomate of the College of Theriogenology in 1986. Since that time, she has been in private practice as a small animal practitioner specializing in canine reproduction. Dr. Smith is one of very few board-certified theriogenologists in private practice. Her expertise in genetic counseling, chilled and frozen semen, and reproductive infertility of the male and female canine is known throughout the United States. Dr. Smith frequently speaks to breed groups, veterinary associations and students, and the general public. Dr. Smith retired from full time practice in March of 2023 but maintains licenses in Minnesota, Mississippi, and Colorado.

Additional Resources for Dog Breeders

At Pro Club, we aim to offer valuable resources for professional dog breeders like you. Explore our collection of webinars, articles, and video series designed to support your professional breeding program, like “The Science of Dog Socialization”, our latest webinar featuring Dr. Annie Valuska.