Equine REPRO Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common testicular tumor in the horse
A
The correct answer is seminoma. Seminomas generally occur as a unilaterally enlarged testicle that palpates firm and fibrous. They can be locally invasive and decrease sperm production.
2
Q
What is the duration of a mare’s estrus?
A
The correct answer is 6 days. Estrus in a mare can last 2-10 days but, on average, is 6 days long. The mare is a polyestrous animal from the beginning of spring through summer. The estrous cycle’s duration lasts 19-26 days.
