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Vesticular Stomatitis – Jan 2015

Vet Blast
01-19-15

Vesicular Stomatitis In light of the recent cases reported in southern Arizona, the following is a basic overview of the viral disease Vesicular Stomatitis. In the United States this virus generally occurs in the Southwestern and Western states with a wide variation in number of cases that occur and locations that are affected each year.  It can also occur in Central and South America.  In 2014 there were cases reported...

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Foaling Vaccination Schedule

Foaling and Breeding
07-31-13

Now that long awaited foals are on the ground and learning to run, buck, and play, it is time to consider measures that you as an owner can take to help them have a long happy life.  One of these preventative health measures is vaccination against diseases that can have devastating effects on the horse including Tetanus, Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis Viruses (aka Sleeping Sickness), Equine Herpes Virus (aka...

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Placenta Evaluation

Uncategorized
04-13-12

By Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Diplomate American College of Theriogenologists The placenta is the connection between the developing fetus and the mare and provides the means for obtaining nutrition and for gas exchange.  Examination of the placenta can offer valuable insight into the health of the newborn foal. Consequently, it is recommended that owners, farm managers or foaling attendants perform an evaluation of each placenta. The placenta is normally passed...

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Banking Colostrum

Foaling and Breeding
04-13-12

Colostrum Bank By Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Diplomate American College of Theriogenologists An owner or farm manager generally does not know in advance which foal will need supplemental colostrum. An on-site supply of frozen colostrum can be critical for the health of a valuable neonate. The best colostrum donors are mares that have had one or more foals and are 4-15 years of age. Vaccination 4 to 6 weeks...

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Foaling and Breeding Season is HERE!

Foaling and Breeding
11-2-11

Once your mare is pregnant, consider her nutritional requirements in three stages. The first stage is the first two-thirds of her pregnancy. During this time, the fetal size does not increase significantly and your mare should still be on a maintenance diet. Her body condition should stay constant, again without losing or becoming obese. A mare that is losing weight will have a hard time re-breeding, and an obese mare...

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The New Rogers HSR Blog Is Here!

Uncategorized
11-2-11

Welcome to the Heaven Sent Ranch Blog. Here you will find information about our quarter horses and miniature horses, shows, breeding information and sales promotions. We look forward to sharing information with you.

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