Advanced Veterinary Care

Animal Reproduction and Genetics

Animal breeding is a branch of animal science that addresses the evaluation of inheritable value in terms of estimated breeding value (EBV) of domestic livestock. Animals have been named for breeding with superior EBVs in growth rate, and egg, meat, milk, or wool production, as well as other important desirable traits. The information in an organism's genes provides a natural design for its appearance, function and survival and largely defines its parallels and differences with other organisms. The genetics of livestock are thus a critical factor impacting animal product and health.