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January 28, 2011
Cryptosporidium May Be Related To Foal Heat Diarrhea
Mares come into estrus about 7 to 14 days after giving birth. This period coincides with the occurrence of
January 27, 2011
Test Identifies Equine Embryos Carrying Genetic Defects
Research at Texas A&M University has led to the development of a technique to identify defective genes in embryos
January 19, 2011
Dummy Foal Syndrome
Complications just before, during, or after birth can result in a decreased oxygen supply to the foal's brain.
January 10, 2011
Stallion Supplements: Do They Work?
Among the various supplements given to stallions in hopes of improving semen quality, some are more effective than others,
January 07, 2011
Endometritis, a Common Cause of Infertility
Endometritis, the inflammation of the endometrium (lining of a mare's uterus), affects up to 15% of broodmares and is
December 22, 2010
Watch for Signs of Problems in Newborn Foals
It's not uncommon for a foal to seem alert and healthy in the first hours after birth, but within
September 15, 2010
Fescue Facts
In some circumstances, mares may consume the bedding, putting themselves at risk for fescue toxicosis.
February 17, 2010
Chances of Twins in Horses
Double conception in horses is not unusual, although birth of live, healthy twin foals does not happen with any
February 08, 2010
Artificial Insemination: Semen Extender Shows Promise
Research showed that the product provided an extra 48 hours of viability when equine semen was chilled, but did
February 03, 2010
Flexion Test is a Tool, Not a Guarantee
Because results have been shown to be influenced by a horse's age and workload, a flexion test should be
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