Difference between revisions of "Camelid Mating - Anatomy & Physiology"

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= First Mating =
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In the UK, the aim is to mate females at around 1 year of age. As long as they are fully grown and well-nourished this results in acceptible levels of fertility and health in the mother and cria.  Once calved, the female will become receptive to the male again in 2-3 weeks.  The female should be able to conceive again if mated at this time.
  
 
= Paddock Mating =
 
= Paddock Mating =

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In the UK, the aim is to mate females at around 1 year of age. As long as they are fully grown and well-nourished this results in acceptible levels of fertility and health in the mother and cria. Once calved, the female will become receptive to the male again in 2-3 weeks. The female should be able to conceive again if mated at this time.

Paddock Mating

Hand or Pen Mating

Stud Services

Stud Farms

The Mating Process

Rejection

Timing of Mating