Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats

By Tanmoy Rana

Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats PDF discusses the reproductive system and various reproductive diseases of goats, with coverage of pathogenesis of diseases, disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment via drugs and other methods, along with general best management of goats. To aid in reader comprehension and practical application, the book includes colored figures, lined figures, and tables visualizing key concepts.

The book explains reproductive anatomy of both males and females in a systematic way. The main topics in this book include breeding characteristics, pregnancy detection, diagnosis, and treatment, management of infertility, obstetrics, abortion, surgery of the reproductive tract, and care and management of kids. The book emphasizes state-of-the-art research on the physiological and biochemical mechanisms in regulation of reproduction.

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Edited by a highly qualified practitioner and contributed to by a wide variety of contributors, each with specialized knowledge in their respective area of knowledge, Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats covers sample topics such as:

Puberty and sexual maturity, selection criteria, nutrition, parasitic infection, seasonal perspectives, and estrus synchronization
Preparation for breeding season, gestation and parturition, lactation, reproductive failures, and postpartum care
Diseases of the glans penis and prepuce, urethra, scrotum and inguinal lymph nodes, prostate, and testis
Infectious abortive diseases, including chlamydiosis, toxoplasmosis, q fever, brucellosis, and campylobacteriosis, along with non-infectious abortive diseases
Ketosis and pregnancy toxemia, hypocalcemia, uterine and rectal prolapse, retained placenta and fetal membranes, metritis and endometritis, pyometra, and mastitis

Table of Contents

Section 1: Goat Reproductive Health

Anatomy of the Reproductive System in the Buck and Doe
Puberty and Sexual Maturity in the Buck and Doe
Reproductive Biology of the Buck and Doe
Selection Criteria for the Buck and Doe
Impact of Nutrition on Reproduction in Goats
Effect of Parasitic Infection on Reproductive Health
Seasonal Perspectives on Reproduction of the Buck and Doe
The Buck Effect: A Management Tool for Improving Reproductive Efficiency in Goats
Estrus Synchronization and Mating Systems in Goats
Preparation for the Breeding Season
Gestation and Parturition
Lactation
Reproductive Techniques
Reproductive Failure in Does
Postpartum Care of the Doe