W9 LAB ANIMAL

Breeding 

Importance of reproductive success:

Validity of research findings 

-model for study human ds & test new therapies

-stable supply of genetically uniform animals for reproducibility & reliability of research results

-efficient reproduction -maintain controlled breeding programs 

-facilitate study of specific genetic traits & their effects on health & ds

Economic implications

-productivity & profitability 

-economic loss due to increase cost in breeding programs, veterinary care & reduced output 

-optimize use of space, food, and care for animals

Understanding reproductive biology

-research insights: understand reproductive biology -hormonal regulation, mating behaviors, developmental processes

improve reproductive technologies in both animal husbandry & human medicine

-comparative studies: insights gained from lab species can be compared with wild populations to identify factors influence reproductive success across different environment 

Ethical considerations

-animal welfare practices

-reflects positively on ethical standards

-enhance public perception of RF & agricultural practices 

-demonstrate effective management & care for lab animals  

Factors affecting reproductive function