At Gem City Equine, our team strives to provide comprehensive and cuttingedge reproductive services for both mares and stallions. With clinical expertise, advanced techniques and state of the art diagnostics, our veterinarians are able to maximize the fertility of our patients.
Reproductive and Breeding Soundness Evaluations
A thorough examination of your mare’s reproductive system to determine suitability for breeding or to address reproductive difficulties. We utilize different techniques to assess your mare depending on her reproductive situation/history that may include ultrasound, uterine culture, uterine biopsy and cervical evaluation.
Breeding Management for Live-Cover, Cooled-Shipped and Frozen Semen
Successful breeding depends on a detailed understanding of your mare’s cycle and breeding history and in some cases, the use of advanced reproductive techniques. Utilizing our reproductive expertise we can identify and design the best management strategies for your mare.
Pregnancy Monitoring
Equine pregnancy monitoring involves a combination of ultrasound and hormone testing to assess both the development and environment of the fetus. Regular evaluation, especially in high-risk pregnancies, is crucial for a healthy outcome.
Embryo Collection and Transfer
We offer embryo flush/transfer services that include breeding management of the donor mare, the embryo flush procedure, and processing/shipment of the embryo or transfer into a recipient mare.
Management of the ‘Problem Mare’
A “problem mare” in equine breeding refers to a mare that experiences difficulties achieving or maintaining pregnancy, despite receiving adequate reproductive management. Our team excels in diagnosing and providing valuable guidance in managing these complex cases.
Newborn Mare/Foal Exams and IgG Testing
A newborn foal exam is crucial for assessing the foal’s overall health and identifying potential problems early on. This exam allows for the detection of congenital defects, infections, or other health issues with both the mare and foal that may require immediate attention.
