Equine Reproductive Physiology, Breeding and Stud Management

Section 1 Reproductive anatomy and physiology: reproductive anatomy of the mare; reproductive anatomy of the stallion; endocrine control reproduction in the mare; endocrine control of reproduction in the stallion; anatomy and physiology of pregnancy in the mare; endocrine control of pregnancy in the mare; physical process of parturition; endocrine control of parturition; anatomy and physiology of lactation; control of lactation in the mare. Section 2 Breeding and stud management: selection of the mare and stallion for breeding; preparation of the mare and stallion for covering; mating management; management of the pregnant mare; management of the mare at parturition; management of the lactating mare and young foal; weaning and management of young stock; stallion management; infertility; artificial insemination; embryo transfer in the mare.