This book is a valuable compilation of topics, ranging from the basic to the most complex theories and principles in the field of animal genetics and breeding. It explores all the important aspects of animal genetics and breeding in the present day scenario. Animal genetics studies selected breeding of livestock through genetic intervention with the purpose of increasing genetic value. The book also talks about the basic principles of breeding, giving details about animal breeding, husbandry and breeding in the wild. Such selected concepts that redefine this field have been presented in this text. For all those who are interested in animal genetics and breeding, this textbook can prove to be an essential guide.