Reproductive behavior of the stallion.
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The reproductive behavior of semi-wild and feral horses is described briefly in order to provide a background on the reproductive patterns and the specific behavioral elements comprising courtship and mating in the horse. The reproductive behavior of the domestic stallion is discussed at length as are various breeding conditions and normal breeding performance. Finally, sexual behavior problems are considered.
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Stallion Sexual Behavior
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
دوره 2 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1986