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This book encompasses current scientific studies in the field of animal science, focusing on animal husbandry, breeding, and nutrition. The first chapter explores the application of animal breeding knowledge to humans, discussing genetic interventions, biotechnological advancements, and the ethical/legal concerns surrounding human-animal chimeras. The significance of modern genome editing and stem cell technologies in animal breeding is emphasized. The second chapter addresses the pregnancy period in sheep and lamb mortality, elucidating the physiology of gestation, nutrition, management practices, and health measures that contribute to minimizing lamb losses. The third chapter concentrates on telomere biology, aging, cancer, and metabolic relationships in veterinary medicine. The final chapter elaborates on genetic pleiotropy in veterinary science, detailing its multiple phenotypic effects and relevance to animal breeding. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for scientific research aimed at improving animal health and productivity, guiding ethical practices and the integration of biotechnology and genetic breeding strategies.