Researchers Study Early Postpartum Breeding in Horses
Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA
April 1, 2013
Researchers evaluated the impact of postpartum breeding date on pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and foaling rates.
Researchers evaluated the impact of postpartum breeding date on pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and foaling rates.
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Dr. Pat McCue gives a rundown on a number of 2012’s practical equine reproductive studies.
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Supporting broodmares’ overall and nutritional health during lactation is especially crucial.
One veterinarian describes five factors that can negatively impact pregnancy and how to respond to them.
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Keep a close watch on mares at risk for not carrying a foal to term.
Ergovaline levels over 200 ppb (parts per billion) in mature hay can cause fescue toxicity in pregnant mares.
Several important factors must be considered before deciding whether to breed a mare on a foal heat.
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Consider the following “wishes” equine experts made to help maximize your horses’ quality of life.
Experts advise ruling out medical issues for animals experiencing behavior problems before taking other steps.
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