This book is mainly concerned with the improved animal husbandry practices and rural women. Animal husbandry is an integral component of Indian agriculture supporting livelihood of more than two-thirds of the rural population. The adage of "except the cry of the animal nothing goes waste" is perfectly valid looking to the role of animal husbandry in agrarian economy. It provides employment especially self-employment to a substantial number of rural and urban population, many of whom are women who play a major role in the care and management of livestock.