A two-day equine reproduction course designed for anyone interested in learning about Artificial Insemination techniques for horses is being run at REACH, Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8
, in Clinton, Ont.
“Now is the time owners should be thinking about getting their mares ready for next breeding season,” said Doug Nash, workshop instructor, “and what to do from nutrition to lighting regimes will be discussed.”
This two-day course is for those who wish to learn how to prepare mares for breeding, select a stallion and perform proper AI techniques.
Hands-on experience using the REACH stallion and mares is provided in a safe, quiet, supervised environment. In addition to learning about equine reproductive anatomy, nutrition, health management and environment of the mare in preparation for breeding will be investigated. The stages of gestation, right up to and beyond foaling are discussed.
This course is designed for anyone wishing to use artificial insemination in their breeding program now or in the future, and those wishing to update their knowledge and practical skills in breeding practices.
“This course is finally available for the horse people in Ontario,” said Melanie Prosser, REACH’s director of program services. “There was a gap after Glengate Farms closed, but we are fortunate to have Doug Nash, in partnership with Masterfeeds and ITSI, continue to offer this course at our brand new facility.”
The facilities at REACH include a complete reproduction teaching lab, heated teaching barn, high-tech classrooms, dorm rooms and a community kitchen.
For further information about the course or REACH, click here.
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