Description
A unique feature of this book is the focus on large, domestic animals. Previous editions were considered the "Bible" of reproductive physiology. It covers basic, large animal reproductive physiology, provides species-specific information and is suitable as a textbook for upper-division courses.
Chapter
Chapter 2. Gonadotropins
pp.:
44 – 100
Chapter 3. Biochemistry and Physiology of the Gonadal Hormones
pp.:
100 – 138
Chapter 4. Folliculogenesis
pp.:
138 – 192
Chapter 5. Spermatogenesis
pp.:
192 – 240
Chapter 6. Male Reproductive Organs and Semen
pp.:
240 – 270
Chapter 7. Artificial Insemination
pp.:
270 – 298
Chapter 8. Fertilization, Early Development, and Embryo Transfer
pp.:
298 – 334
Chapter 9. The Development of the Conceptus and Its Relationship to the Uterus
pp.:
334 – 380
Chapter 10. Hormonal Mechanisms in Pregnancy and Parturition
pp.:
380 – 404
Chapter 11. Mammary Gland Development and Lactation
pp.:
404 – 432
Chapter 12. Reproduction in Horses
pp.:
432 – 464
Chapter 13. Reproduction in Cattle
pp.:
464 – 490
Chapter 14. Reproduction in the Pig
pp.:
490 – 510
Chapter 15. Reproduction in the Sheep and Goat
pp.:
510 – 536
Chapter 16. Reproduction in the Dog and Cat
pp.:
536 – 574
Chapter 17. Reproduction in Poultry
pp.:
574 – 596
Chapter 18. Nutritional Influences on Reproduction
pp.:
596 – 624
Chapter 19. Genetic Variation and Improvement in Reproduction
pp.:
624 – 656
Chapter 20. Influence of Infectious Diseases on Reproduction
pp.:
656 – 676