Bovine reproduction / edited by Richard McRae Hopper.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Hopper, Richard M., 1954- editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cattle--Reproduction.

Cattle.

Cattle--Breeding.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (819 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chichester, England ; Oxford, England : Wiley Blackwell, 2015.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Bovine Reproduction is a comprehensive, current reference providing information on all aspects of reproduction in the bull and cow. Offering fundamental knowledge on evaluating and restoring fertility in the bovine patient, the book also places information in the context of herd health where appropriate for a truly global view of bovine theriogenology. Printed in full color throughout, the book includes 83 chapters and more than 550 images, making it the most exhaustive reference available on this topic. Each section covers anatomy and physiology, breeding management, and reproductive surge

Contents:

Bovine Reproduction; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Preface; Section I The Bull; Anatomy and Physiology; Chapter 1 Anatomy of the Reproductive System of the Bull; Introduction; Production; Transport; Transfer; Blood supply; Nervous supply; Accessory glands; References; Chapter 2 Endocrine and Exocrine Function of the Bovine Testes; Introduction; Historical perspective; The testis; Endocrine function of the testis; Spermatogenesis and maturation of spermatozoa; References; Chapter 3 Thermoregulation of the Testes; Introduction; Anatomy and physiology; Surface and internal temperatures

Sources of testicular heatPathogenesis of heat-induced changes in sperm morphology; Evaluation of scrotal surface temperature with infrared thermography; Effects of increased testicular temperature; References; Chapter 4 Endocrine Control of Testicular Development and Initiation of Spermatogenesis in Bulls; Introduction; Infantile period; Prepubertal period; Pubertal period; Metabolic hormones during the prepubertal and pubertal periods; GnRH-independent testicular development; References; Breeding and Health Management; Chapter 5 Bull Development: Sexual Development and Puberty in Bulls

IntroductionTesticular development; Puberty; Development of accessory sex organs; Development of sexual behavior; Effects of nutrition on sexual development; Implications of sexual development and puberty for breeding soundness evaluation; References; Chapter 6 Breeding Soundness Examination in the Bull:: Concepts and Historical Perspective; Introduction; What is a BBSE?; Overview of the current BBSE; Limitations and concerns; Conclusion; Chapter 7 Evaluation of Breeding Soundness:: The Physical Examination; Introduction; History; Basic physical examination

Examination of the reproductive systemExample of an examination protocol; Scrotal circumference; References; Chapter 8 Evaluation of Breeding Soundness: : Basic Examination of the Semen; Introduction; Semen evaluation as part of a standard BBSE; Chapter 9 Ultrasound Evaluation of the Reproductive Tract of the Bull; Introduction; Equipment and general methodology; Examination of the scrotum; Examination of the pelvic organs; Examination of the penis and prepuce; Summary; References; Chapter 10 Management of Breeding Bull Batteries; Introduction; Pre-breeding period; Breeding period

Nonbreeding periodBiosecurity concerns for replacement bulls; References; Chapter 11 Management of Bulls at Custom Collection Studs; Veterinary services for the commercial bull stud; Veterinarian's role in the bull stud; The collection process; Common problems of bulls at stud; Conclusion; Chapter 12 Testicular Degeneration; Introduction; Pathogenesis; Diagnosis; Prognosis; Testis fibrosis; References; Chapter 13 Vesicular Adenitis; Prevalence; Cause; Pathogenesis; Effect on fertility; Diagnosis; Treatment; Prevention of vesiculitis; References

Chapter 14 Inability to Breed due to Injury or Abnormality of the External Genitalia of Bulls

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-118-83397-X

1-118-47085-0

1-118-47087-7

OCLC:

889674688