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...aecal matter and uric acid is excreted is called the '''vent'''. The shape of the vent varies depending on species. ...to the [[Caecum - Anatomy & Physiology|caeca]], increasing the absorption of water and electrolytes from the urinary waste.

...o prostaglandins and oxytocin in order to [[Cervical Softening - Anatomy & Physiology|'soften']] for [[:Category:Pregnancy and Parturition|parturition]]. * The lumen of the cervix is the cervical canal.

...n both sexes, but are more extensive in the male. They lie on either side of the anus and contain extensive caseous secretions, hair and skin debris. [[Image:Reproductive Tract Male Guinea Pig.jpg|thumb|right|150px|<p>Anatomy of the Male Guinea Pig</p>^{© L.Wilkie 2008}]]

* Os penis lies within the tissue of the penis. *** Baculum consists of two lateral prongs and a dorsal prong.

...hymen''' is the poorly developed, vestigial, mucosal folds at the junction of the vagina and vestibule. ...Anatomy & Physiology|uterus]] to the entrance of the [[Urethra_- Anatomy & Physiology|urethra]].

...d reproductive tracts lie along the dorsal body wall. Each tract consists of a testis, a rudimentary epididymis and a highly convoluted deferent duct ru ...humb|right|150px|Dissection of the Male Avian Reproductive Tract- Courtesy of Andrew Crook, Copyright RVC 2008]]

...from the ovulation fossa. They are greatest in [[Litter Sizes - Anatomy & Physiology|Polytocious]] animals such as the sow due to many dominant follicles, and s ...y & Physiology#The_Kidney|kidneys]] at the tip of the [[Uterus - Anatomy & Physiology|uterine horns]].

...ed oocyte travels down to become fertilised by sperm present in the female tract. It is also refered to as the Fallopian tube, Uterine tube or Ovarian tube. * The cranial ovarian end of the oviduct.

...st species variations. These variations occur in both the anatomical types of uterus as well as the uterine horn appearance and endometrial linings. ==Anatomical Types of Uteri==

* Most birds have only left ovary but 2 ovaries are typical of many raptors. ...se to the cranial tip of the [[Renal Anatomy - Anatomy & Physiology#Common Anatomy|Kidney]].

...health.co.uk/veterinary-nursing/spe-60136/ Aspinall, The Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing], Elsevier Health Sciences, ''All rights reserved''</sma ...iferous tubules]] of the testes and can be divided into three phases, each of which is associated with different germ cell types:

...loose connective tissue''' and is covered by '''mesothelium'''. Extensions of the peritoneum form the mesenteries, omenta and ligaments that support the ...Physiology|small intestine]] and most of the [[Large Intestine - Anatomy & Physiology|large intestine]] large scope for expansion and rotation. It also allows th

...tains the urethra encased in a vascular tissue sleeve. There are two types of penis: the musculovascular and fibroelastic penis. ...mns of cavernous tissue surrounded by connective tissue known as the crura of the penis or corpora cavernosa.

...hment to a watery or humid environment for survival and breeding perposes. Of the numerous features exibited by reptilia as a group, the most important i * Almost all reptiles are covered by a protective layer of dry skin with almost no glands. The epidermis is raised to form scales or

Also see [[Puerperium - Anatomy & Physiology|General Puerperium]] Changes of the puerperium must occur rapidly, with a return to the normal pregravid st

Reproductive behaviour and physiology shows much placicity in amphibians. Gender and breeding season are control == Reproductive Traits ==

...in width. During the sexually active stage, they are 6-8cm in length and 3-4cm in width. ...mb|right|200px|The Ovaries of a Mare showing the Ovulation Fossa- Courtesy of A.Crook, Copyright RVC 2008]]

...y|negative feedback systems]]. The information below will provide the main reproductive hormones in domestic species and their functions. ...can be found within the '''WikiAnatomy & Physiology''' section on the top of the bar on the left.

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...nsuring all animals in a group come into oestrus at the same time for ease of management. ...ill be specific to the type of production unit and species, also the stage of the natural oestrous cycle in the animal/herd involved.