ACMGEN313 — Carry out simple breeding procedures

1 Select animals for breeding

• 1.1Identify the basic principles of genetics related to breeding program requirements
• 1.2Identify breeding program requirements and clarify with supervisor
• 1.3Select animals for mating according to the breeding program and animal welfare and ethics requirements
• 1.4Schedule examinations and tests to confirm suitability of selected animals according breeding program requirements
• 1.5Monitor individual animals to determine the current stage of their reproductive cycle
• 1.6Identify health and safety hazards associated with working with animals, assess the risks and implement control measures in case of emergency
• 1.7Select, correctly fit and use appropriate personal protective equipment

2 Implement breeding procedures

• 2.1Place animals selected for mating in an appropriate environment
• 2.2Apply appropriate breeding systems according to the breeding program
• 2.3Apply appropriate mating methods according to the breeding program
• 2.4Monitor animals during and after the mating period to determine success of mating

3 Monitor post-mating progress

• 3.1Observe and document changes in behaviour and condition, where appropriate, in breeding females to determine possible pregnancy
• 3.2Schedule examinations and tests to determine pregnancy according to breeding program requirements
• 3.3Estimate and document hatching or parturition dates

4 Prepare for and assist with birth or hatching

• 4.1Provide a suitable environment to assist with the birth or hatching
• 4.2Identify signs of hatching or parturition and report potential problems to supervisor or animal health practitioner
• 4.3Provide appropriate monitoring to ensure the safe birth or hatching of young animals
• 4.4Identify sex and measure offspring and document results
• 4.5Monitor mother and offspring to ensure appropriate bonding, feeding and behaviours, and report problems to supervisor

5 Wean animals

• 5.1Modify offspring diets in preparation for weaning
• 5.2Schedule vaccinations, other treatments and permanent identification protocols as required
• 5.3Select and implement suitable weaning process according to workplace protocols
• 5.4Carry out post-weaning management according to the breeding program
• 5.5Update breeding records according to workplace requirements

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