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Getting Ahead of Gene Doping in Racehorses

Tygart: Parallels between Olympics and Horse Racing

The CEO of the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency says there are parallels between issues facing the U.S. horse industry and the Olympics when it comes to ensuring the integrity of those sports, specifically with regard to oversight on medications.

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Stallion Collection Schedules Affect Mare Pregnancy Rates

Keeping Stallions’ Genital Microflora in Check

The amount of genital microflora (bacteria) on stallions’ genitals can fluctuate during a breeding season. However, using proper and sterile management techniques can help ensure microflora increases do not affect semen quality.

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Researchers Compare Similar Equine Eye Conditions

Managing Horses with Excessive Tearing

Excessive tearing could suggest a number of potentially serious equine eye conditions. Veterinarians should examine cases carefully and then determine an appropriate treatment course.

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