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Animal Refresher, Dairy Science
Teat Pairs in Bitch, Sow and Mare
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Question (English)
Pairs of teats present in bitch, sow, and mare respectively are:
- 5 pairs, 7 pairs & 1 pair ✓ Correct
- 5 pairs, 7 pairs & 2 pairs
- 7 pairs, 5 pairs & 1 pair
- 5 pairs, 6 pairs & 1 pair
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 5 pairs, 7 pairs & 1 pair
The number of teat pairs in different animals: Bitch = 5 pairs, Sow = 7 pairs, Mare = 1 pair.
Teat Numbers and Streak Canals in Different Animals
| Animal | No. of Teat Pairs | Streak Canals per Teat |
|---|---|---|
| Cattle, Buffalo | 2 pairs | 1 |
| Sheep, Goat | 1 pair | 1 |
| Camel | 2 pairs | — |
| Bitch | 5 pairs | 8–14 |
| Mare | 1 pair | 2 |
| Sow | 7 pairs | 2 |
Memory Aid
- Bitch: 5 pairs (10 teats) — supports large litters of puppies.
- Sow: 7 pairs (14 teats) — supports the largest litter sizes among domestic animals.
- Mare: 1 pair (2 teats) — mares typically have only one foal at a time.
- Animal having two streak canals per teat: Mare and Sow.
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