Introduction

This questionnaire is to contribute towards my undergraduate research project at Myerscough College in partnership with University of Central Lancashire in partial fulfilment of BSc Equine Science degree.

The aims of this study are:
A) Investigate if semen analysis is prioritised over other characteristics when choosing a stallion for breeding purposes such as their performance record.
B) To propose the inclusion of semen evaluation on stud cards and how this would impact stallion choice.

By completing this online survey you are giving consent for the information provided to be used in this study. Once the survey has been submitted the results will be saved, however if you would like to withdraw you have the option to leave a key word or four digit code so that the researcher can find your results and exclude them from the study, please contact Lauren Hurworth via: lhurworth1551@student.myerscough.ac.uk for further information or withdrawal.

Many thanks for taking the time to take part in my research. 

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* 1. What is your age?

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* 2. What is your gender?

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* 3. Which of the following applies to you?

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* 4. Have you bred from a mare or stallion in the past?

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* 5. How aware are you of the processes of natural covering and artificial insemination? 

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* 6. How aware are you of semen analysis and do you know about what the procedures involve?

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* 7. If yes, please provide a brief overview of the procedure when analysing semen

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* 8. When choosing a stallion for breeding, what would you look for? (Referring to characteristics)
Choose from the following and rate 1-5 in priority (1 being main priority, 5 being least)

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* 9. Do you think semen evaluations should be carried out with every stallion before being used for breeding?

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* 10. Please provide a brief reasoning why

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* 11. If semen analysis were to be included within the stud fee at an extra cost, would you pay for this service?

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* 12. If no please state why

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* 13. What are your personal views and understanding of semen analysis?

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* 14. Do you think it would benefit the equine breeding industry to make semen analysis a part of every stud card?

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* 15. Please expand your answer

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