Species Overview

Question 1

T/F Non-pedigree cats are seasonally polyestrous

Answer 1

True

Question 2

T/F Large dog breeds reach puberty faster than small dog breeds

Answer 2

False. Small breeds reach puberty faster

Question 3

What dog breeds are affected by season?

Answer 3

Basenji
Tibetan Mastiff

Question 4

What is the acceptable BCS in sheep?

Answer 4

2-3.5

Question 5

T/F The presence of the male goat triggers estrus.

Answer 5

False. The isolation/removal of the male triggers estrus.

Question 6

In pigs, ovulation is increased by: (2 ways)

Answer 6

1. crossbreeding
2. provision of high energy diet (flushing)

Question 7

T/F Estrus in cows/heifers can be easily detected

Answer 7

False. Hard to detect

Question 8

T/F Larger breed cows have later onset of puberty than smaller breeds, similar to dogs.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

In bulls, what measure (name of test) is used to determine the seminal quality and quantity.

Answer 9

Scrotal circumference

Question 10

T/F Cattle/bulls have wider scrotal circumference compared to buffaloes

Answer 10

True

Question 11

T/F Mares are long day breeders

Answer 11

True

Question 12

T/F Stallions can produce sperm by 12 month of age

Answer 12

True