Mare Fertility
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Top Reasons for Early Embryonic Death Described (AAEP 2012)
One veterinarian says many cases of early embryonic death (EED) are probably not preventable.
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Novel Use of Stems Cells in Horses Reported (AAEP 2012)
Stem cells and other biologic therapies could have reproductive applications in horses, one researcher says.
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Beware of Problems up to Two Weeks after Foaling (AAEP 2012)
Potentially life-threatening postpartum complications in the mare can arise for up to two weeks after foaling.
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Gluck Researchers Study Ways to Advance Breeding Season
April 25, 2013
Researchers recently investigated two ways to help advance the breeding season in mares. ... Read More
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Top Reasons for Early Embryonic Death Described (AAEP 2012)
April 14, 2013
One veterinarian says many cases of early embryonic death (EED) are probably not preventable.... Read More
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Novel Use of Stems Cells in Horses Reported (AAEP 2012)
April 13, 2013
Stem cells and other biologic therapies could have reproductive applications in horses, one researcher says.... Read More
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Beware of Problems up to Two Weeks after Foaling (AAEP 2012)
April 10, 2013
Potentially life-threatening postpartum complications in the mare can arise for up to two weeks after foaling.... Read More
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Subfertile Mares Need Conscientious Monitoring (AAEP 2012)
April 06, 2013
One researcher describes how practitioners can monitor pregnant mares to minimize reproductive losses.... Read More
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Researchers Study Early Postpartum Breeding in Horses
April 01, 2013
Researchers evaluated the impact of postpartum breeding date on pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and foaling rates.... Read More
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Grayson-Jockey Club to Fund 12 New Projects in 2013
March 15, 2013
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation approved funding of 12 new projects in 2013. ... Read More
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Top Equine Reproduction Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)
March 14, 2013
Dr. Pat McCue gives a rundown on a number of 2012's practical equine reproductive studies.... Read More
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Treating Fungal Infections in Mares (AAEP 2012)
March 12, 2013
Prompt diagnosis and treatment of fungal uterine infections are necessary for a positive outcome.... Read More
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Tips for Keeping Mares in Foal (AAEP 2012)
March 07, 2013
Proper and timely intervention can mean the difference between a live foal and a lost one. ... Read More
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California Mare Tests Positive for Contagious Equine Metritis
February 13, 2013
A 17-year-old Lusitano mare from California has been confirmed positive for contagious equine metritis.... Read More
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Problem Breeding Mare Table Topic (AAEP 2012)
December 30, 2012
Attendees discussed anovulatory follicles, ovulation induction agents, oviductal dysfunction, and more.... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
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Commentary: Have a Plan Before Breeding your Mare
December 03, 2012
It is important to consider everything involved in breeding before bringing another horse into the world.... Read More
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Managing Fungal Endometritis in Broodmares
December 02, 2012
Use a multidimensional treatment approach to give mares the best chance for recovery.... Read More
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Broodmare C-Section: Subsequent Fertility and Foaling Rates (AAEP 2009)
January 30, 2010
Cesarean sections, or C-sections, are performed on approximately 15%-25% of pregnant mares admitted to equine hospitals for dystocia (difficult or abnormal labor or delivery). C-sections are also performed as elective procedures or in cases whe... Read More
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Embryo Transfer in Chronically Infertile Mares, AAEP 2008
March 24, 2009
Embryo transfer is a management procedure for producing foals by mares that either are in training or have reproduction problems. In some cases the goal is to allow young performing mares to reproduce while continuing their careers. In other cases th... Read More
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Diagnostics for the Chronically Infertile Mare
May 08, 2008
The diagnosis and treatment of chronically infertile mares is a complex process. Practitioners should utilize the available diagnostics, including cultures and cytology, along with endoscopy, to root out the myriad causes of this problem and increase... Read More
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Maiden Mare Fertility
June 01, 2005
Q: I have a 12-year-old Quarter Horse barrel mare I would like to breed. She has never had a foal, and we have not been able to get her to settle after breeding her with cooled semen for three cycles. What could be causing... Read More
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Tendon Healing, Aged Broodmare Fertility Featured at AVMA Convention
July 27, 2004
Smarty Jones won a little sympathy Saturday night, July 24, as Patricia Hogan, VMD, Dipl. ACVS, board-certified veterinary surgeon, recounted the tale of how the Pennsylvania-bred colt reared up in the starting gate of... Read More
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The Infertile Mare
July 30, 2003
Sometimes it can be quite difficult to get a mare pregnant, especially if she has fertility problems. There are several reasons that a mare might be infertile, many of which can be treated. Two reproductive specialists from Lexington, Ky., share... Read More
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Uterine Lavage Before Insemination Not Harmful to Mare Fertility
April 23, 2003
Uterine lavage can be performed immediately prior to artificial insemination in mares without adversely affecting fertility, according to a recent study completed at the University of Idaho (UI) in Moscow, Idaho. The uterine lavage process is... Read More
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Mare Fertility Insurance
October 11, 2001
Each year horse breeders, regardless of the breed they nurture, make their biggest financial decisions when they decide on matings. Those decisions involve the allure of the equine business and its... Read More
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Sub-Fertile Mares
February 01, 1998
A broodmare which fails to conceive or carry a foal to term can be an emotional and financial liability. For the backyard breeder, the liability might be primarily emotional, when that special mare you wanted to produce your next trail horse or... Read More
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Q. Q: I have a 12-year-old Quarter Horse barrel mare I would like to breed. She has never had a foal, and we have not been able to get her to settle after breeding her with cooled semen for three cycles. What could be causing fertility problems in an otherwise healthy mare? Elizabeth
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