The medulla oblongata is part of the nervous system in the lower  half of the brainstem in which connects the brain and spinal cord.  It is subconscious and it controls the â¦ involuntary action such as  breathing, blood pressure and even heartbeat. Answered.he lower portion of the brainstem (brainstem includes the middle brain, pons, and medulla oblongata), which controls visceral functions of the body, such as heart rate, breathing/respiration, and blood pressure.
Once the breeding is done, there s nothing to do but wait. Pregnancy lasts 61-64 days; puppies can be detected by x-ray or ultrasound about halfway through. There are some telltale signs increased appetite, weight gain, nipple enlargement but they could apply to a false pregnancy as well as the real thing.
If at all possible possible, a puppy should not leave his mother and littermates until he is a minimum of 12 weeks, advises the Humane Society of the United States. Unfortunately, many people separate puppies from their mothers far earlier than this which can lead to socialization and even health issues down the line.