AG 001 Lecture Notes - Lecture 28: Egg Cell, Udder, Frequent Urination
8 Oct 2020
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The heat period last for 18-30 hours on average 24 hours. Cow should be served 12-18 hours after showing the first heat signs. Mounting on others and when mounted on she stands still. Drop in milk production in lactating cows. Clear or slimy mucus from the vulva. Heat signs in pigs occur after every 21 days. Sows or gilts should be served in 18- 36 hours of the heat period. Clear or slimy discharge from the vulva. It responds very well to the "riding test". Does are ready for mating 6-7 months of age. The doe should be taken to the buck and not vice versa. The doe throws herself on the side. The doe rubs herself against the wall or any other solid object. The doe tries to contact other rabbits in the next hutch by peeping. Useful when heat signs of females cannot be easily detected. Extra feed for the male is required.
