Answer to Question 1
If the sow does not have a litter before she is 79 months old, the pubic symphysis (pelvic bones) begin to ossify, preventing normal delivery.
Answer to Question 2
Anesthesia induction should be rapid to reduce stress
Oral cavity needs to be swabbed out frequently due to regurgitation
Patient should not be fasted for more than two hours
Recovery should occur in a quiet area with unobtrusive observation