Breeding Calculator

How to Use the Animal Breeding Calculator

The Animal Breeding Calculator is a tool designed to assist breeders in managing and calculating various aspects of animal breeding based on species-specific parameters. Follow the step-by-step guide below to make the most out of this tool.

Step 1: Select Animal Species

Animal Species is the first input field you need to fill. Choose the species of the animals you are working with from the provided options. You can select from Dog, Cat, Rabbit, or Horse.

Step 2: Enter Female and Male Ages

Next, enter the ages of both the female and male animals in months. These are required fields, and you must ensure that the age is a number between 0 and 240 months. It’s crucial to enter accurate ages to determine if the animals meet recommended breeding ages.

Step 3: Input Last Heat Date

Provide the date of the last heat cycle for the female animal in the Last Heat Date field. It must be a date within the range from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024.

Step 4: Record Previous Litters

The number of previous litters produced by the female animal can significantly affect breeding decisions. Enter this number under Number of Previous Litters. This value should range from 0 to 20.

Step 5: Choose Breeding Method

Select the method of breeding from the available options: Natural Breeding or Artificial Insemination. This choice may influence compatibility with breeding schedules and outcomes.

Step 6: Review Calculated Results

Upon entering all the required fields correctly, the calculator will provide you with valuable insights:

• Estimated Next Heat Date: Based on the last heat date and species, it provides an automatic calculation of when the next heat may be expected.
• Estimated Due Date: An estimate of the potential due date, calculated from the last heat date and the gestation period specific to each species.
• Meets Recommended Breeding Age: This result checks if both the female and male animals are at an appropriate age for breeding. A result of 1 indicates they meet the recommended age; 0 indicates they do not.
• Rest Period Required: Indicates the recommended resting period between breeding cycles specific to each species.
• Breeding Risk Level: An assessment of the breeding risk based on the number of previous litters, presented as Low, Medium, or High.

By following these steps diligently, you can make informed decisions and plan effectively for your animal breeding program using the Animal Breeding Calculator.