Guides the novice step by step through basic procedures for rearing a litter of working pups. This title gives first-hand advice on assessing your bitch's suitability, choosing the potential sire, arranging the mating and, if all goes according to plan, care of the pregnant bitch. It also includes aftercare of bitch and her pups.
Beginning with an introduction to the field of rabbit production around the world and some basic breed and equipment information, this book covers such topics as rabbit diseases, feeding, reproduction, behaviour, welfare, genetics, rabbit production in developing countries, fur and meat production, slaughter and the marketing of rabbit products.
Constitutes the proceedings of the Seventh International Conference on Pig Reproduction, which was held at the Congress Centre Rolduc in Kerkrade, The Netherlands. A continuation of the earlier Supplements in this series, this work provides an authoritative source of information on research in pig reproduction.
Apart from the dog, the sheep was the first animal domesticated by man. Wool has been of prime importance throughout man's history. This book combines evidence from - anthropology, geography, folklore, linguistics, biology and agriculture. It covers the author's own research in the variety of fleeces developed by selective breeding.
Contains the proceedings of the 41st Feed Conference. This work provides comprehensive analyses of the issues together with practical applications. It is essential reading for all involved in animal production science/practice, including researchers, consultants.
This title provides all the help and guidance necessary to enable you to enjoy the rewarding experience of breeding and rearing a foal. Written for the first-time breeder, topics covered include finding a suitable stallion, foaling and postnatal care, and initial training and backing.
Healthy pregnancies, safe births, and thriving calves are critical to every cattle operation, and in remote farm locations, the veterinarian is not always readily available. The author covers various routine situations likely to arise before, during, and after calving.