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Top Reproduction Studies of 2012-’13

Alexandra Beckstett September 24, 2013

Two veterinarians describe recent equine reproduction studies they found interesting and influential.

Does My Mare Think a Miniature Horse is Her Baby?

Parasite Control Recommendations for Mares and Foals

Erica Larson September 15, 2013

Times are changing when it comes to parasite control. Learn how to control parasites in broodmares and foals.

breeding horses; Cooled-Shipped Sperm Quality's Effect on Fertility

Stallion Semen Tests: Which to Use and What Do They Mean?

Alexandra Beckstett September 12, 2013

Learn what different semen evaluations can tell veterinarians about a stallion’s fertility.

Mare Thyroid Condition Might be Linked to Foal Deaths

Do Equine Metabolic Diseases Affect Reproduction?

Erica Larson September 8, 2013

Some veterinarians now believe that metabolic diseases likely have a negative impact on equine reproduction.

Could Intrauterine Marbles Cause Pyometra in Mares?

Erica Larson September 5, 2013

Previously veterinarians had not noted significant complications with this method of estrus suppression.

Protein and Equine Ration Balancers: Let's Do the Math, equine ration balancers

Mycotoxin Zearalenone’s Effects on Mare Fertility

Erica Larson August 28, 2013

Researchers are working to better understand this potentially toxic substance that can lurk in feed.

Grandin on Keeping Horses Calm During Handling

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director August 26, 2013

Dr. Temple Grandin gave the keynote at the 2013 American College of Theriogenology Symposia and Conference.

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Horse Pain and its Impact on Reproduction

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director August 24, 2013

Learn how equine pain might influence reproduction ability, along with how to detect subtle signs of pain.

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Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director August 21, 2013

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Oviduct Issues in Mares

Erica Larson August 21, 2013

While oviduct-related fertility issues are rare in horses, breeders should be aware of what can go wrong.

Accessory Sex Glands in Geldings: Establishing the Norm

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director August 18, 2013

Geldings can still develop problems in the reproductive tract, particularly in the accessory sex glands.

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Erica Larson August 17, 2013

Learn how administering prostaglandins can help breeders improve their mares’ chances of becoming pregnant.

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Erica Larson August 16, 2013

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Erica Larson August 13, 2013

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Erica Larson August 7, 2013

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