Foaling: The Ultimate Emergency – When and What to Refer (2025) Overview This informative webinar offers crucial insights into managing one of the most critical moments in equine care—foaling. John Spencer, an experienced equine vet from Fyrnwy Equine Hospital, guides attendees through the stages of normal foaling, identifying early warning signs of complications, and making timely decisions on when to…
[Webinar] Join our webinar on “Appropriate Antimicrobial Use in Foals” to explore critical topics like combating antimicrobial resistance, a growing concern in foals due to bacterial infections and sepsis. Learn about appropriate antimicrobial use, the challenges of balancing treatment with resistance, and how to improve antimicrobial stewardship. This session offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of foal care and reduce resistance development. Discover evidence-based strategies for responsible drug use and effective care practices in foals.
[Useful resource]Predicting the time of ovulation is of great importance for efficient breeding management of mares. Ovulation can be synchronised, or advanced, with the use of two families of ovulating drugs: the naturally harvested glycoprotein, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), and gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogues.
[Useful resource]The aim of this investigation was to compare the effectiveness of Bova deslorelin and chorolon to effect ovulation within 48 hrs of administration. Secondly, the aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of deslorelin and chorolon on mares with suspected antibodies to hCG.
[Useful resource] Discover the efficacy of ovulation induction treatments in mares. Bova-supported study compares hCG, deslorelin, and more.
Beyond retained fetal membranes: Managing conditions affecting the postpartum mare by James R. Crabtree BVM&S CertEM(StudMed) FRCVS. Equine Reproductive Services (UK) Ltd. Trigger Castle, Malton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Written 2023
Field solutions for dystocia management by James R. Crabtree BVM&S CertEM(StudMed) FRCVS. Equine Reproductive Services (UK) Ltd. Trigger Castle, Malton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Written 2023
Foaling – Recognition of a difficult birth event (2023) Overview Delve into the intricacies of equine foaling, emphasising the critical need for early detection and intervention in challenging birthing situations. Beginning with a comprehensive overview of the normal foaling process, and signs indicative of a healthy foaling.An overview of difficult birth events, outlining causes and risk factors associated with dystocia.…