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TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2

The Blood-Horse Staff May 19, 2013

Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more.

Prolonged Gestation: Is Fescue Toxicosis a Possibility?

Carlos M. Gradil, DVM, PhD, MS, Dipl. ACT April 30, 2013

My mare was bred more than 390 days ago and still has not foaled. Is it possible she has grass poisoning?

Common Mare Problems During and After Foaling

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc April 18, 2013

Common foaling problems include red bag delivery, difficult birth, and retained fetal membranes.

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When to Help a Mare during Foaling

The Horse Staff April 2, 2013

Reproductive specialist Dr. Pat McCue of Colorado State University describes instances when a mare needs help during labor.

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Five Factors that Impact Gestation, Foaling (AAEP 2012)

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 19, 2013

One veterinarian describes five factors that can negatively impact pregnancy and how to respond to them.

Rachel Alexandra Goes for Short Walk

The Blood-Horse Staff February 18, 2013

While still in serious condition, she was able to go for a short walk and able to eat a small amount of grass.

Rachel Alexandra Remains in Serious Condition

Frank Angst February 14, 2013

Rachel Alexandra remains in serious condition Feb. 14 after undergoing surgery yesterday.

Rachel Alexandra Has Post-Foaling Surgery

The Blood-Horse Staff February 14, 2013

Rachel Alexandra is in serious condition after undergoing surgery Feb. 13, according to owner Barbara Banke.

Eastern Tent Caterpillar Outlook for Spring 2013

Edited Press Release February 13, 2013

Experts report that the eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch will likely begin in mid-March in Central Kentucky.

Great Beginnings: Foaling and Newborn Care

The Horse Staff January 17, 2013

Your mare is in labor and your foal is on his way. But what if something goes wrong? Offer your baby a great start by listening to this live audio event covering foaling, dystocia (difficult birth), passive transfer of immunity, and neonate health.

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The Blood-Horse Staff December 28, 2012

The video is entitled “Zenyatta: Wait for First Foal Combines Science, Art, and Anticipation.”

12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc December 25, 2012

Consider the following “wishes” equine experts made to help maximize your horses’ quality of life.

BHA: Foal Notifications Aid in Thoroughbreds' Care for Life

Inside the Equine Womb

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc December 3, 2012

Learn about the tools and techniques veterinarians use to ensure a pregnant mare’s foal stays safe and sound.

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Commentary: Have a Plan Before Breeding your Mare

World Equine Veterinary Association December 3, 2012

It is important to consider everything involved in breeding before bringing another horse into the world.

Premature Partuition

Benjamin Espy, DVM, Dipl. ACT June 1, 2012

We have a 19-year-old broodmare that bagged up and developed edema

Prevalence of on Farms (AAEP 2011)

Erica Larson February 5, 2012

The overall seroprevalence was 68% on all farms tested, with levels on individual farms ranging from 14-100%.

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