Barb Crabbe, DVM, shares steps to help manage inevitable moodiness in mares. She references methods to maximize the influence of progesterone and minimize the influence of estrogen.
Source: Horse and Rider, May 2016. (direct link unavailable)
Control methods fall into three distinct categories that influence (a mare’s) cycle in three different ways. (The article) discusses strategies and options, including how they work, pros and cons.
- Administer progesterone orally
- Create a persistent corpora lutea (CL)
- Shut down GnRH
INSIGHTS: This is a comprehensive article worthy of study by equine veterinary teams and sales representatives with customers in the equine business. For reps, consider providing a copy of the article to your accounts. Think about the mixed animal practice that may not regularly work with hormone issues, share the article and engage them on reproductive products you offer. This issue also contains a nice Q/A about Lyme disease on page 16.