“The accumulator”: Sperm accumulation syndrome in stallions
Semen collected from stallions with sperm accumulation syndrome after a week or more of sexual rest will contain very high numbers of sperm and a majority of the sperm will be dead.
Semen collected from stallions with sperm accumulation syndrome after a week or more of sexual rest will contain very high numbers of sperm and a majority of the sperm will be dead.
Learn about what causes placentitis in mares, how to diagnose and treat it, and better understand the anticipated outcome of this condition.
Ultrasound is the most common and reliable method for equine fetal sexing – contact us to schedule an ultrasound.
A 4-year-old Quarter Horse mare exhibiting aggressive, stallion-like behavior when around other mares was diagnosed with disorder of sexual development (DSD).
Equine reproduction experts recommend vaccination schedule and guidelines for pregnant mares.
The question of when to set up an initial appointment for a reproductive evaluation and subsequent monitoring of the estrous cycle of a mare depends on several factors.
Housing mares under lights will stimulate the mare to develop follicles and ovulate earlier in the year than mares maintained under natural or light conditions.
A reproductive evaluation, often termed a breeding soundness examination, may be performed to: 1) estimate future reproductive potential of a stallion, 2) provide a routine evaluation prior to purchase, or 3) determine cause(s) of poor reproductive performance.
Equine viral arteritis is a contagious disease of equids caused by equine arteritis virus.
The goal of a mare reproductive evaluation or breeding soundness examination is to identify known or potential reproductive abnormalities and to evaluate the potential for a mare to become pregnant and carry a foal successfully to term.