Question

Please identify four basic structures found on the ovary of a cow that are associated with an ovum:

What are some of the main anatomical differences between a cows and sows reproductive tracts?

The ovary of the mare has what characteristics shape?

What main anatomical characteristics defines an astral follicle?

Where is the UTJ located?

Where would you find the Ischiocavernosum?

What is the function of the broad ligament?

Name the structure found on the boars reproductive tract that is primarily responsible for thermal regulation of his testis.

What is the difference between a Bull's AV and one used for the ram?

List four reasons why we practice AI in the equine industry?

1. _________ 2. _________ 3. ___________

What is a Caslick Procedure in the mare?

What type of (a) ultrasound machine and (b) transducer would we use on the mare?

How many days of additional light will it take to stimulate a mare to start cycling?

Answer 1

Ans1) Four basic sturcture found on the ovary of cow that are associated with an ovum are -

Vagina, Cervix , uterus,uterine horns and oviduct( fallopian tubes ).

Ans2) Main anatomical difference between a cow and a sows reproductive tract are-

Cow cervix has annular rings whereas Sow has interdigitating prominances, no Fornix.

Ans3) The ovary of the mare has characteristic shape i.e.Wedge shape.

Ans4) Main anatomical characteristics of antral follicle -antral follicle is marked by the formation of fluid filled cavity adjacent to oocyte called the antrum.