Reproductive Physiology in Domesticated Animals Quiz

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During which phase of the estrous cycle is the best time to breed a gilt or sow?

First half of estrus

Last half of estrus (correct)

On the day of ovulation

2-3 days after the start of estrus

What is the average gestation length for a mare (horse)?

200 days

330 days (correct)

245 days

180 days

In which domestic animal is the estrus cycle constant, with continuous estrus?

Rabbit (correct)

Horse

Goat

Sheep

When does ovulation typically occur in relation to the estrus period in sheep?

In the last half of the estrus period Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual number of offspring born in a litter for a queen (cat)?

1-3 kittens Signup and view all the answers

When is the best time to breed a doe (goat) in relation to its estrus cycle?

Mid-late 2nd day of estrus Signup and view all the answers

In the horse reproduction cycle, what is the main role of luteinizing hormone (LH)?

Initiates ovulation Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics in goats?

Testosterone Signup and view all the answers

During lactation, which hormone is mainly responsible for mammary gland development in sheep?

Progesterone Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the period after birth in swine reproduction?

Postpartum Signup and view all the answers

In rabbit reproduction, what is the function of estrogen in the physiological cycle of females?

Induces cyclic changes in the female genital tract Signup and view all the answers

What does superovulation refer to in goat reproduction?

Multiple ovulation during a single estrus Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of corpus luteum in the reproductive cycle of a mammal?

Secretes progesterone Signup and view all the answers

In the swine reproductive cycle, what is the role of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?

Acts on the anterior pituitary to release gonadotropins Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Leydig cells in the reproductive system of a male animal?

Produce testosterone Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the development of ovarian follicles in female animals?

Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the anterior pituitary (AP) in the reproductive physiology of animals?

Produce and release gonadotropins Signup and view all the answers

In the rabbit reproduction cycle, what does luteolysis refer to?

Degeneration of the ovarian corpus luteum Signup and view all the answers