Histomorphological observation of the small intestine of Red Sokoto Goat: a review

Goats and sheep are among small ruminant having four chambered stomach (Rumen, Reticulum, Omasum and Abomasum) as with other mammals’ ruminant.1 They are characterized as even-toed ungulates. The histology of the wall of the small intestine differs somewhat in the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, but the changes occur gradually from one end of the intestine to the other. The duodenal portion indicates the presence of submucosal mucous glands (Brunner’s glands).2 The small intestine of most domestic species is quite similar in function and histology.3 The small intestine is divided into three distinct segments from oral to aboral; duodenum, jejunum and ileum.4 The structural and functional differences in specie regions of the small intestine impart differential functional capabilities to these segments.1