Selenium supplementation improves testicular characteristics and semen quality of Saanen bucks

Abstract The objective of this study was to determine the effect of orally supplemented sodium selenite on body weight, testes measures, semen attributes and hormone concentrations of Saanen bucks. Twenty mature healthy Saanen bucks were divided into two equal groups (10 bucks). The treatment bucks received sodium selenite at 10-day intervals for ninety days. Body weight and testicular measurements were recorded at 10-day intervals. Fresh semen analysis was performed weekly. Body weight, testes and scrotal parameters of bucks were significantly (p