Reproduction in Goats Flashcards
1
Q
What age is puberty typically reached in goats?
A
6-8 months of age
2
Q
Are goat long day or short day breeders?
A
Typically short day breeders
3
Q
What is the length of oestrus cycle in goats?
A
20-21 days in length
4
Q
What occurs in pro-oestrous?
A
Buck interested in doe and no mating. Duration of 1 day
5
Q
Describe what is occurring in oestrous:
A
- Oestradiol – no progesterone priming
- Vulva is swollen, reddened and moist
- Rapid tail flagging
- 12-24 hours
- Ovulation – near end of oestrus
6
Q
Does haemorrhage occur in metoestrous?
A
- No haemorrhage occurs in met metoestrous
7
Q
How long is dioestrous?
A
18 days - shortened by the introduction of a buck
