Reproductive Scenarios Caitlin Finde Scenario 1: Assessment for breeding The first thing I would do is to ask the owner why they want to breed the pair. A responsible breeder will usually be passionate about the breed and want to see the line genetically improved. Some owners may want to breed the animals for unacceptable reasons such as making money or because they think it’s good for the dogs to have a litter, or just because puppies are cute. These people will need education and counseling from the vet of the breed specific club, in the case the Weimaraners Club of WA. • Correct breeding age The onset of puberty in the bitch is usually between 6 and 18 months but the first oestrous may not occur until she is up to 2 years old. As the owner has said that she is due “in season” now suggests to me that she may have had a previous season usually around 6 months prior. While it is possible to breed bitches at 18 months this is at the younger end of the spectrum. Many breeders don’t breed their dogs until they have had 3 to 4 cycles which usually puts them over two and ensures they are physically and mentally mature enough to handle the stresses that come with carrying and delivering pups. I would advise that while she is at an appropriate breeding age it would be better to wait for the next cycle. Puberty occurs at 6-12 months of age in the male. As her male Weimaraner is 2yrs old he is able to breed. Age is not the only factor in breeding your pets many other thing need to be addressed before successful mating can occur. • General health of breeding pair Before breeding a health assessment is advisable by a veterinarian to determine the health of the possible breeding pair. o Relevant family medical history should be discu... ... middle of paper ... ...ntinue to mount and dismount until he gains the desired position which will allow the tip of the penis to enter the bitch’s vagina. He will now thrust until he ejaculates this is known as the second fraction and this ejaculate is sperm rich. Once thrusting has ended the male will turn 180 degrees and dismount the bitch and male will now stand tail to tail this is known as the “tie”. This tie is associated with the male ejaculating for a third time known as the third fraction this is clear fluid its purpose is to flush the sperm forwards through into the uterus. The two will then separate and mating is complete. It is important to be present during mating as the tie can last for 20 minutes while the penis is engorged. The animals can harm one another if they try to separate while they are tied. They may need to be calmed and stilled until the erection subsides.
...and the administration of GnRH. Although at the present point time the administration of these treatments, is not economically sustainable due to added time and cost factors it has been seen through long term studies that the use of these vaccines in the regulation of the reproductive cycles, of mares and stallions can provide a more sustainable and ethical method of control that reduces overall population of brumbies and herd sizes.
The Hebrew University Animal Care and Use Committee approved the protocol (MD-07-10924-2), and each study was supervised by a veterinary surgeon. Each trial was conducted following a week of acclimation under veterinary care.
Today we’ll be speaking about the Weimaraner breed, this breed is known for their gorgeous silver coats and their knack for hunting. They’re also known for their great companionship and devotion to their owners, they’re very prestigious dogs whose history dates back to the 13th century. They truly are dogs of royalty, specifically developed to hunt and protect, however the Weimaraner brings so much more to the table, they have playful spirits and they’re very lively making them great for children and families. They have very little health problems with a lifespan upwards of 13 years,
Breeding these hybrid dogs are bad for the dogs themselves. They may look cuter and more attractive but the trouble it causes the dog is not worth it. So many hybrids are abandoned because of their problems. So instead of creating more dogs that will end up abandoned on a street. Don’t breed them in the first place. Don’t buy. Adopt and help to reduce the amount of abandoned dogs, not just hybrids, on the streets and in
How much is that doggy in the window? The one with the waggly tail? Well, if you knew where that puppy came from, you may think twice about purchasing the canine. Puppy mills have been around for over fifty years. (Madonna Of the Mills) In these mills, the people who are in charge of the dogs, also known as breeders, are breeding female dogs left and right. Not only are they breeding them every chance they get, but they are performing this task in very unsanitary conditions which causes serious health issues to these animals in the mills. While puppy mills can help people who want to find a breed of dog that is hard to find, puppy mills need to be terminated due to the puppies being mistreated and abused, the overpopulation
Take a moment and picture a dog in your head. What do you see? You may see many different things depending on your own personal encounters with the species. There are many types of dogs out there. Some small, some large, long-haired or short-haired. There are many variances in what a dog can look like. One thing that does not change, or should not change, is the importance for every dog in this world to be given love and affection, no matter its characteristics. This is what leads me to believe that the obsession with producing and owning purebreds needs to come to a halt. Continuing to create these so-called “best dogs” is dangerous to not only the purebred’s health, but also devalues mixed breeds and can cost them their lives in animal shelters where they may never escape. My interest in this topic caused me to look into seeing what other people felt about it.
According to AKC.com, Black Russian Terriers are black in color. They normally weigh 80-130 pounds. A male’s average height is 27-30 inches tall. A female’s average height is 26-29 inches tall. They are known to be quite intelligent and courageous. Black Russian Terriers were created to be a tireless fence dog who could patrol and protect Russia’s borders.. DogBreedInfo.com says that Black Russian Terriers hair length is 1.5 - 4 inches long.
The standard size is 8-11 inches and the weight is over 11 pounds at the age of 12 months. The Dachshund originated in Germany. They were bred to hunt small game like badger and rabbit. Longhaired dachshunds need daily brushing. The wirehaired need trimming at least twice a year. If they are shorthaired they should be rubbed down with a damp cloth. These dogs are an average shedder.
The first step is to perform some research on picking out the right breed of puppy that will not only fit into the family but also for the fowl that will be hunted. Check out different breeders and finding one that fits the needs for the puppy you pick. This will be ideal in the history of the bloodline of the parents to the puppies and the abilities of your puppy and their future training. There are many breed options when it comes to picking the right puppy. To narrow the selection down, think if a retriever or a pointer will fit into your hunting and family needs. When selecting a puppy the families lifestyle needs to fit with the breed, as it can be a ten plus year commitment (Hall, 2013).
The thought of an animal’s prescence being used to help well-being and health has been around for thousands of years. In the 18th century, companion animals were used to aide in the treatment multiple mental and physical needs. (Solomon, 2010)
Everyone should have heard this phrase that dog is man’s best friend. We live with them, love them, and take good care of them. When people talk about dog breed, the advantages and disadvantages of purebred dogs is always a controversial issue. Lots of people like purebred dogs because they are beautiful and cute; some people prefer crossbred dogs because they believe purebred dogs usually have genetic disease. Indeed, many evidence and research show that purebred dogs are easier to have genetic disease, and many purebred dogs die from incurable genetic disease every year. However, people still do not pay highly attendant to this problem. Even though purebred dogs are pretty, cute and inherited pure blood compared with the mixed-breed dogs, people should not excessively breed purebred dogs in order to satisfy our desire because a lot of them suffer serious genetic disease, are abandoned on the streets and performed euthanasia in shelters.
For male cats, they have a penis, prostate, scrotum (with paired testes), which all aid in creating sperm and testosterone. Additionally, the most unique feature they have is that on their penis they have little spins and barbs that hold the penis in during ejaculation.
Many of these breeders are not well versed in how to ensure the breed is pure. Many genetic diseases must be tested for in the dam and sire so they are not carried through future generations. Grace, my Yorkshire Terrier, for instance has a now-uncorrectable disease called Legg-Calvé-Perthes. When she was a puppy my family and I did not realize the disease existed so had no reason to have her leg and hip x-rayed. Although the reasons for the condition are unknown, it is commonly seen in miniature or toy breeds such as the Yorkshire and believed to be genetically based in Manchester Terriers (Clay). Legg-Calvé-Perthes is the disintegration of the head of the femur bone in the hind leg and if caught early enough, can be fixed with corrective surgery. I do not have a lineage tree on Grace because we bought her from a kennel-breeder. We later learned the breeder was unreputable. The breeder did not look at Grace’s lineage to find diseases or other undesirable traits. Since we were ignorant of this information and thought we had merely received an amazing deal on an extremely expensive dog Grace now has a lame leg. She tucks the leg up under her body when she walks or runs. While my dog has a happy life and does not realize she has a crippled leg, she could have lived with four legs on the ground if her pedigree was
Benefits of de-sexing can include reducing the propensity for unwanted and undesired behavior such as aggression problems in dogs and reduce unwanted pregnancy thus prevent over-population of unwanted puppies (Downes et al, 2015). In addition, de-sexing is a preventative health measure to reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases affecting the reproductive organs (Animal Health Alliance, 2013; McKay, Farnworth & Waran, 2009). For example, de-sexing minimises the risk of mammary and ovarian cancer, pyometra in bitches and prostate cancer, adenomas and prostatic hyperplasia in male dogs (McKay, Farnworth & Waran, 2009). However, there are also many concerns about potential detriments and side effects related to dog de-sexing such as increment of the dog’s weight, surgical complications and increased risk of prostatic neoplasms in male dogs that are de-sexed (McKay, Farnworth & Waran, 2009; Trevejo, Yang & Lund, 2011; Downes et al, 2015). Other barriers identified included the de-sexing cost and that de-sexing was not necessary because the pet was often kept indoors or fenced-in (Trevejo, Yang & Lund, 2011; Downes et al,
...and weight of the male Labrador Retrievers range from (40 to 45 kg) female Labrador Retrievers range (36 kg to 40 kg), and a long coat, science helps us to attain this goal by selective breeding program which may include 20 to 25 generations to get these domesticated specific breeds. . Science also helps us to achieve the task by continuously consulting with paleontologists to research the skeletal structure of dogs and compare the existing bone and body structure to previous breeds. In this regard, Associations have established strict rules and regulations for breeding as well as created a way to unify all breeders in a wide-ranging system in order to promote healthfulness and reward breeders who consistently produce specifically heavier, taller and with longer life span puppies for this purpose by adopting crossbred lines and standardized breeding practice