Effects of doe–litter separation on endocrinological and productivity variables in lactating rabbits

The objective of this study was to explore the effects of a doe–litter separation for 48 h before artificial insemination (AI) on various endocrinological and productivity variables determined in 24 doe rabbits. The control group (C) ( n=12) had free access to nursing and the separated group (S) ( n...

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Published in:Livestock production science 2000-12, Vol.67 (1), p.67-74
Main Authors: Ubilla, E., Rebollar, P.G., Pazo, D., Esquifino, A., Alvariño, J.M.R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Doe–litter
Oestradiol
Productivity
Prolactin
Rabbits
Sexual receptivity
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Summary:The objective of this study was to explore the effects of a doe–litter separation for 48 h before artificial insemination (AI) on various endocrinological and productivity variables determined in 24 doe rabbits. The control group (C) ( n=12) had free access to nursing and the separated group (S) ( n=12) were kept apart form their litters for 48 h prior to AI on day 11 of the lactation period. Lower plasma prolactin (PRL) concentrations were observed 24 h after the doe–litter separation ( P
ISSN:0301-6226
1872-6070
DOI:10.1016/S0301-6226(00)00196-2