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IN THIS ISSUE EQUINE HEALTH Delivery and Care of The Newborn Foal Utilization of Cryopreserved Semen NEWS Rood & Riddle Client Education Seminar 2012 Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Divisional Awards 2012 Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Divisional Awards Rood & Riddle Extern’s Perspective A Welcome Back Around The Practice Horse owners, farm managers and veterinarians anticipate the arrival of foals every spring. While we all hope for healthy, happy foals that require little assistance, Mother Nature doesn’t always comply. Basic knowledge of the foaling process and normal neonatal foal appearance and behavior is essential for initiating treatment to foals that may need additional help. The normal gestation length for mares averages 335-345 days from their last breeding date. Gestation length will vary between mares and even between years in the same mare. As the mare nears her foaling date, she should have mammary gland development and begin waxing (wax-like secretions on the teat from colostrum production) (Figure 1). Most mares will foal within 1-4 days of waxing. Mares that have mammary development earlier in pregnancy (more than a few weeks before the expected foaling date) should be evaluated by a veterinarian. Premature udder development is an indicator of placentitis (inflammation or infection of the placenta), which requires aggressive treatment and may result in loss of the pregnancy. A veterinarian should also evaluate mares that leak an excessive amount of milk, which can be an indicator of impending abortion. Mares that leak large volumes of milk may also have inadequate colostrum (antibody rich milk required for appropriate foal immunity) at the time of delivery, which will require additional care for the foal. Pregnant mares have specific vaccination requirements in order to best protect the foal. These requirements may vary based on geographical location, type of housing, etc. so should be determined on an individual basis with your veterinarian. The labor process is divided into three distinct stages. Stage 1 labor begins with the onset of contractions and generally lasts one to two hours. Mares may act restless, sweat, paw, kick at their abdomen, lie down and get up, and urinate frequently. Similar signs may be seen with colic, so a veterinarian should examine the mare if these signs last more than two hours without signs of foaling. Stage 1 of labor moves the foal into position within the birth canal. The fetal membranes (chorioallantois) may become apparent at the mare’s vulva. Stage 1 labor ends when the fetal membranes rupture, also referred to as “breaking water”. A large rush of fluid will exit the mare at that time. Stage 2 labor involves the actual delivery of the foal. This stage should progress quickly and result in delivery of the foal within 15-20 minutes. If the foal has not been delivered within 20-30 minutes, then intervention by a veterinarian or experienced foaling attendant may be required. The mare may lie down, stand or even roll during this stage of labor. The normal foal presentation is similar to a diving position: both front feet should come first, with one foot slightly in front of the other and the soles facing down. The nose should be on top of the front limbs and the neck, shoulders, abdomen and hindquarters A Quarterly Newsletter from Your Equine Health Care Provider | Winter 2013 By: Kelly Carlson, DVM, DACVIM DELIVERY AND CARE OF THE NEWBORN FOAL Figure 1: Image of a mare that is “waxing.” Note the wax-like beads on the ends of the teats. RR 2013 Winter Newsletter layout.indd 1 2/27/2013 8:51:25 AM

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IN THIS ISSUE

EQUINE HEALTH Delivery and Care of The Newborn Foal Utilization of Cryopreserved Semen

NEWS Rood & Riddle Client Education Seminar 2012 Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Divisional Awards 2012 Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Divisional Awards

Rood & Riddle Extern’s Perspective

A Welcome Back

Around The Practice

Horse owners, farm managers and veterinarians anticipate the arrival of foals every spring. While we all hope for healthy, happy foals that require little assistance, Mother Nature doesn’t always

comply. Basic knowledge of the foaling process and normal neonatal foal appearance and behavior is essential for initiating treatment to foals that may need additional help.

The normal gestation length for mares averages 335-345 days from their last breeding date. Gestation length will vary between mares and even between years in the same mare. As the mare nears her foaling date, she should have mammary gland development and begin waxing (wax-like secretions on the teat from colostrum production) (Figure 1). Most mares will foal within 1-4 days of waxing. Mares that have mammary development earlier in pregnancy (more than a few weeks before the expected foaling date) should be evaluated by a veterinarian. Premature udder development is an indicator of placentitis (inflammation or infection of the placenta), which requires aggressive treatment and may result in loss of the pregnancy. A veterinarian should also evaluate mares that leak an excessive amount of milk, which can be an indicator of impending abortion. Mares that leak large volumes of milk may also have inadequate colostrum (antibody rich milk required for appropriate foal immunity) at the time of delivery, which will require additional care for the foal. Pregnant mares have specific vaccination requirements in order to best protect the foal. These requirements may vary based on geographical location, type of housing, etc. so should be determined on an individual basis with your veterinarian.

The labor process is divided into three distinct stages. Stage 1 labor begins with the onset of contractions and generally lasts one to two hours. Mares may act restless, sweat, paw, kick at their abdomen, lie down and get up, and urinate frequently. Similar signs may be seen with colic, so a veterinarian should examine the mare if these signs last more than two hours without signs of foaling. Stage 1 of labor moves the foal into position within the birth canal. The fetal membranes (chorioallantois) may become apparent at the mare’s vulva. Stage 1 labor ends when the fetal membranes rupture, also referred to as “breaking water”. A large rush of fluid will exit the mare at that time.

Stage 2 labor involves the actual delivery of the foal. This stage should progress quickly and result in delivery of the foal within 15-20 minutes. If the foal has not been delivered within 20-30 minutes, then intervention by a veterinarian or experienced foaling attendant may be required. The mare may lie down, stand or even roll during this stage of labor. The normal foal presentation is similar to a diving position: both front feet should come first, with one foot slightly in front of the other and the soles facing down. The nose should be on top of the front limbs and the neck, shoulders, abdomen and hindquarters

A Quarterly Newsletter from Your Equine Health Care Provider | Winter 2013

By: Kelly Carlson, DVM, DACVIM

DELIVERY AND CARE OF THE NEWBORN FOAL

Figure 1: Image of a mare that is “waxing.” Note the wax-like beads on the ends of the teats.

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should then follow. If the foal presents in any other fashion (no head, only one foot, soles facing upward or tail first), then a veterinarian should be called immediately. Improperly positioned foals are a true emergency and require immediate attention if the foal is to have a chance of survival. Stage 3 labor begins after delivery of the foal and consists of expulsion of the afterbirth (placenta). The placenta should be passed within 1-3 hours of foal delivery. If the placenta has not been passed within three hours, then a veterinarian should be contacted. A retained placenta can cause severe infection and laminitis in the mare, which can unfortunately be fatal in some cases. Aggressive treatment may be required in some mares. A veterinarian should examine the placenta once it has passed to ensure that it is complete and normal in appearance. Small portions of the placenta may sometimes remain inside the uterus, which can also lead to severe illness in the mare. An abnormal appearance (unusual color, thickness, etc.) to the placenta may indicate infection, which could have an effect on the foal’s health and treatment (Figure 2).

The foal should be breathing and have a palpable heartbeat at the time of delivery. If the foal is breathing and moving its head and limbs, then the mare and foal should be left alone for several minutes. The foal may continue to receive blood from the mare through the umbilical cord at this time. Do NOT cut the umbilical cord. If it does not break on its own during the birthing process or as the mare and foal start to move around, then you may gently break the cord by hand. There is a narrow region in the umbilical cord approximately 1 inch from the umbilicus – this is the ideal place for breakage. Grasp the cord on either side of the narrowed region and gently twist and pull to encourage breakage. Cutting the cord (with scissors, etc.) causes more severe bleeding from the umbilicus than breaking or tearing the cord, which helps induce a blood clot at the end of the umbilicus. The umbilicus should be dipped in a dilute betadine or chlorhexadine solution twice a day for the first several days of life to help prevent infection. A normal foal should be able to sit sternal within 5 minutes of birth and stand by one hour of age. They should be able to nurse by two hours of age. A veterinarian should evaluate any foal that is unable to sit sternal, stand by 1-2 hours of age or nurse by three hours of age. The foal should be closely monitored for appropriate nursing during the first day of life (Figure 3). Foals are born without antibodies and receive their antibodies by ingesting colostrum during the first 18-24 hours of life. Colostrum is a special form of milk that is produced by the mare at the time of birth. It contains antibodies and other factors that are important for the foal’s immune system development. Foals that don’t receive an appropriate volume of good quality colostrum will have low antibody levels and are more prone to infection. A blood IgG level indicates if the foal received sufficient colostrum. If the IgG level is low, the foal may be tubed with more colostrum or receive plasma to help increase the antibody level.

The normal foal will urinate during the first 12 hours of life. If the foal has not urinated by that time or is posturing to urinate, but not passing urine, then a veterinarian should be contacted. Likewise, foals will pass meconium during the first 12 hours of life. Meconium is the “first feces” and is dark brown in color (Figure 4). It is usually in small, hard balls, which may require some effort to pass. A veterinarian should evaluate any foals that are straining to pass the meconium, or showing signs of abdominal pain (flagging tail, rolling, swollen abdomen, etc.). A soapy water enema may be required to facilitate passage of the meconium. Once the meconium has passed, normal foal feces will be yellow-brown in color and paste-like in consistency.

All foals should have an examination by a veterinarian between 12-24 hours of age. The veterinarian will listen to the foal’s heart and lungs, palpate for fractured ribs, check the

Figure 2: An example of an abnormal placenta. A nor-mal placenta is light pink in color. The green and tan ar-eas in this placenta indicate areas of infection.

Figure 3: An example of a foal nursing. Note that the foal is actually latched onto the teat. Foals will often bump the udder with their head or suckle on the sides of the udder while they are learning how to nurse.

Figure 4: An example of meconium.

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The use of frozen semen has become more common in the equine industry (non-Thoroughbred) over the past ten to fifteen years and both stallion and mare owners are routinely seeking information regarding the pros and cons of breeding with frozen semen.Stallion owners often wonder if they should consider having semen from

their stallion frozen and what the pros and cons of doing this may be. Meanwhile, when choosing a stallion to breed to, mare owners often have questions regarding what is involved when breeding with frozen semen.

There are several reasons to consider freezing a stallion’s semen. Cryopreservation of semen is a means of preserving a stallion’s genetic material for an indefinite period of time, regardless of the lifespan of the horse. Based on current scientific information, once frozen, semen may be preserved for an infinite amount of time before being used. The amount of time frozen does not appear to affect the viability of the spermatozoa once thawed and utilized. Cryopreservation of semen can also be seen as an “insurance” policy on a stallion’s genetic material; in the event of untimely loss of the stallion his genetic potential has been preserved.

Storage of frozen semen from a stallion also allows a stallion to continue his performance career uninterrupted by semen collections that would be required for breeding mares with cooled-shipped or fresh semen. Semen is often collected for cryopreservation when the stallion is not competing and then stored until needed. Frozen semen may be shipped to the location where the mare is housed and be stored until needed, eliminating the need for a last minute shipment when the mare is ready to be bred. Utilization of frozen semen also greatly increases the number of mares that may be bred to a stallion, because geography has been eliminated from the equation. When frozen to meet export and import requirements, frozen semen can be shipped to many countries, while cooled-shipped semen is limited to much smaller geographical areas due to the limited amount of time that spermatozoa remain viable when cooled.

eyes for ulcers and entropion (lower eyelid that rolls in toward the globe), and evaluate conformation. The veterinarian will also draw blood to check IgG levels. Additional blood work may be required if any abnormalities are found during the physical exam. The veterinarian will also check the mare for any bruising or tears that occurred during the foaling process. They will evaluate the placenta to ensure the entire placenta has passed from the mare. Depending on the examination, your veterinarian may recommend medications or other treatments for either the foal or mare.

In conclusion, close monitoring of the mare and foal is essential for early recognition of abnormalities. All foals should have a veterinarian examination within the first 12-24 hours of life. Foals that fail to stand and nurse in a timely fashion require more immediate attention. Early recognition and treatment of abnormalities will help give foals the best chance for a long, healthy life.

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Utilization of Cryopreserved SemenBy: Etta Bradecamp, DVM, Dipl. ACT, Dipl. ABVP &Maria Schnobrich, VMD, Dipl ACT

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Cryopreservation technology is also utilized to preserve genetic material from stallions that are being castrated for a variety of reasons. If a horse proves himself as a valuable breeding animal after being gelded, semen preserved prior to castration can become a desired commodity. In addition, for stallions that have died unexpectedly epididymal sperm can be harvested and cryopreserved for breeding at a later date.

Based on data gathered over many years, approximately 25 % of stallions have semen that tolerated the freezing process very well with several different freezing protocols, 50 % have semen that freezes moderately well utilizing a select few protocols and 25 % have semen that does not tolerate freezing well at all. Test freezes should be performed on all stallions to determine the cryopreservation protocol that provides the best results for an individual stallion.

When considering the use of frozen semen for breeding a mare several factors should be considered. More intense reproductive monitoring of the mare is required when breeding with frozen semen as the semen is viable for a shorter period of time within the mare’s reproductive tract compared to fresh or cooled-shipped semen. Because of the semen’s shortened lifespan, insemination must be closer to the time of ovulation requiring more frequent checks by your veterinarian. In general the chance that the mare will become pregnant following breeding with frozen semen is slightly lower than with fresh or cooled-shipped semen. Historically, the accepted range of per cycle pregnancy rates for fresh semen is approximately 65-70%, for cooled 55-60% and for frozen thawed semen 30-45%. However, a recently published report by Loomis showed that pregnancy rates similar to cooled shipped semen can be achieved when using frozen semen. Obviously this is very stallion dependent and stallions with excellent fertility and excellent quality frozen semen can approach per cycle pregnancy rates comparable to fresh semen. Both mare and stallion can affect the success of the breeding, but in general it is ideal to use mares that are reproductively normal, younger (less than 15 years) and in good health. Mares that have traditionally had difficulty conceiving in the past despite good management are usually poor candidates for a frozen semen breeding program.

An interesting development in recent years in the use of frozen semen is the low-dose deep-horn artificial insemination technique. This procedure involves guiding the insemination pipette to the tip of the uterine horn so that the semen is deposited closer to the site where fertilization will occur. By placing the frozen-thawed semen closer to the oviduct, veterinarians have been able to use smaller doses of semen with the same success as traditional doses. This development has allowed stallion owners to maximize the number of breedings per semen collection, and for mare owners, doses may be split to allow multiple inseminations for the same cost. However, this is only recommended when there is data available indicating that acceptable pregnancy rates can be achieved using lower numbers of spermatozoa per dose.

There are many advantages to using frozen semen in your breeding program, but all pros and cons must be weighed in making sure it is the best option for you. Understanding the expected pregnancy rates, knowing the intended stallion’s previous reproductive history, and considering all the factors that can affect success will aide in making an educated decision regarding frozen semen use in your breeding program.

“This Developement has allowed stallion owners to maximize the number of breedings per semen collection”

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WRNR: Rood & Riddle Client Education Seminar Returns February 19, 2013The Rood & Riddle Report Live brings you the latest updates on equine healthcare.

The news anchors for the evening will be internal medicine specialist, Dr. Peter Morresey, surgeon, Dr. Alan J. Ruggles, reproduction specialist, Dr. Etta Bradecamp, and veterinary

podiatrist, Dr. Scott Morrison. Featured reports will include the hottest internal medicine topics facing horses, sales performance of foals treated in an equine hospital, Equine Cushing’s syndrome, treating joint infections, hot topics in orthopedic veterinary medicine, diagnosing and managing the infertile mare, and exciting developments in equine podiatry.

The Rood & Riddle Report Live is scheduled for February 19 at the Embassy Suites in Lexington. Hors d’ouevres, beer and wine will be served for early arrivals from 6:00pm to 6:45pm with the evening presentation from 7pm to 8:30pm. To add to the entertainment, Rood & Riddle hats, sweatshirts and vests will be offered as door prizes.

All clients and area horse owners are invited to attend. RSVP is not required for attendance but requested so that we may properly plan for adequate seating and refreshments. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by February 13, to [email protected] or by phone to (859) 233-0371. We look forward to hosting you at this informative meeting.

Rood & Riddle, USEF and TOBA team up to support Thoroughbreds in second careers.

2012 Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Divisional Awards Announced

The open and rookie winners of the Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Awards for 2012 were honored on January 17 at the United States Equestrian Federation’s annual meeting in Louisville, KY. The Sport Horse Awards are given each year to Thoroughbreds participating in their second careers as performance horses in jumper, hunter, eventing and dressage competitions throughout the year. Thoroughbreds are bred to be superior athletes and, therefore, excel in all disciplines. These awards were created to celebrate the horses that best represent their breed in these four disciplines. Competitors earn points toward the Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Awards at USEF-sanctioned events during the show season, and the open divisional awards go to the highest respective point earners. Rookie awards in each division ensure that newcomers are recognized as well. At the end of the year, a Thoroughbred Horse of the Year is chosen from among the divisional winners by a celebrity committee. This award is presented at the annual Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association awards banquet. “The fact that organizations like Rood & Riddle, Three Chimneys Farm, and countless others are embracing and promoting retired and repurposed racehorses is helping to bridge the gap between the racing and performance horse worlds, the results of which will benefit everyone, both human and equine.” – Jen Roytz, Marketing and Communications Director: Three Chimneys Farm

Making a return to the awards list was Courageous Comet; Tom and Becky Holder’s two-time horse of the year and four-time open eventing award winner. “Comet” picked up an open award for the eventing division. Also making a return to the list are Thomas Edison and Lord Kenmer.

“Topics include ...sales performance of foals treated in an equine hospital... and many more”

“Helping to bridge the gap between the racing and performance horse worlds”

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2012 Rookie Winners:

•HunterDivision:CurbAppeal,byFoxtrailoutofWingsofSociety.OwnedbyCharlotte ClarkofOhio •JumperDivision:Arkansas(JockeyClubName:Blackcuda),byCornishSnowoutof WesternHula.OwnedbySteveWilliamsofArkansas •DressageDivision:Puppylove(JockeyClubName:Rainy),byShotofGoldoutofRain fall.OwnedbySuzanneWepploofMinnesota •EventingDivision:Nonsensical,byPointGivenoutofOntheBrink.OwnedbyEmilee Libby of California 2012 Open Winners:

HunterDivision:Nicki(JockeyClubName:Nicki’sFavorite),byFavoriteExpressoutofPrettyNicki.OwnedbySusanMcCarthyofClayton,MI

•JumperDivision:ThomasEdison(JockeyClubName:RaejanRunner),byHandsome CharacteroutofLovetoKiter.OwnedbyAlexJayneofIllinoisandIraSchulmanof Arizona. •DressageDivision:LordKenmer,byLordAvieoutofSearchforReality.Ownedby ShariWolkeofMichigan •EventingDivision:CourageousComet,byCometShineoutofRosenelli.Ownedby TomandRebeccaHolder.

Rood & Riddle from an Extern’s PerspectiveBy: Hannah Chapman | University of Sydney, Australia Class of 2012

“It’s like a holiday, just better” - This has to be the most memorable quote of my three weeks at Rood & Riddle, courtesy of one of my fellow externs from London. Funny as it may sound, none of us externs could fault her, it really has been… just better.

I understand it is difficult to convey the enjoyment of getting up a couple of hours before sunrise 7 days a week to someone who does not share the same passion for equine medicine. Neither can I probably make navigating your way through a dark living room at a sprint to catch a phone call about another late night emergency alluring to anyone other than those pursuing a career as a veterinary surgeon. However, imagine spending 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with people who share the same passion for what you love. Perhaps I could be forgiven for likening my experience here to summer camp, just for career driven, mature, yet fun adults. I feel that at Rood & Riddle the best of two worlds blend together. Whilst gaining exposure to a bustling, successful private practice, there is no mistaking that this is also a place of learning.

“...imagine spending 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with people who share the same passion for what you love”

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The senior clinicians here obviously take pride in seeing their younger counterparts flourish and succeed, which is incredibly encouraging to someone about to graduate from veterinary school.

Seeing practice at Rood & Riddle has truly opened my eyes to all the possibilities that exist at such a world class facility. Each past and present extern would be able to share many reasons as to why the experience here at Rood & Riddle is unique. Personally, what has made this practice stand out the most for me is how successfully the range of specialists on hand consult with each other to form an interdisciplinary

approach to challenging cases. There is so much to be learned from this team approach and I am truly thankful to all of the veterinarians and support staff who have integrated me into their daily routines. I was made to feel like more than just a fly on the wall of the surgery suite, which is not something that can be said for all externship experiences.

I am disappointed that the time to leave has come around so soon. However I am fortunate to be taking with me the memory of experiences shared, knowledge gained and friends made. Thank you to all who have taken the time to teach me along the way. From the ladies in the lunch room who entertained my desire to learn just a few words of Spanish, the interns who tirelessly explained their cases to me in the wee hours of the morning and the vets who kept me on my toes during surgery. THANK YOU!

Rood & Riddle is pleased to welcome back Maria Schnobrich DVM, Dipl. ACTWelcome Back Dr. Schnobrich!

Rood & Riddle welcomes the return of Dr. Schnobrich to our Reproduction Center. After completing her veterinary degree at the University of Pennsylvania in 2008, Dr. Schnobrich joinedRood & Riddle’s intern class of 2008-2009. She completed

her internship and was retained for a one year position as the resident veterinarian for Shadwell Farm in Versailles, KY. Upon completion of her Shadwell Farm position Maria returned to the New Bolton Center at the University of Pennsylvania to enter their Theriogenology residency program.

Maria returns to Rood & Riddle as a Boarded Specialist in Theriogenology and a Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenology. Her experience with Thoroughbred and Sport Horse breeding operations is a great addition to our Reproduction Center. We welcome back Maria, her husband Matt and son Macpherson to the Bluegrass!

“...Rood & Riddle has truly opened my eyes to all the possibilities that exist at such a world class facility.”

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Rood & Riddle Graduates Hot the First 3 Weeks of 2013

Since the first of the year, there have been 76 stakes races run across the country. Of those 76 stakes, Rood & Riddle graduates have competed and “hit the board” in 33 of them, that’s 43% of the stakes! Of the total horses to win, place or show in those stakes, 48 are graduates of RREH (21%). How great to know in one way or another, from arthroscopy to hernia repairs to neonatal care, 20 veterinarians (and their team members) have had a part in the success of these athletes. In just 22 days Rood & Riddle Graduates have amassed total earnings of $1,762,850.

Rood & Riddle Partners With the USHJA

On Wednesday, February 6, the United States Hunter Jumper Association announced Rood & Riddle as the Official Equine Hospital and Veterinary Pharmacy of the USHJA. Rood & Riddle has been a longtime proponent of the USHJA and the sport horse industry. They have provided sponsorship to several programs including the International Hunter Derby Championship, the Rood & Riddle Thoroughbred Sport Horse Awards, which provide recognition for Thoroughbreds pursuing second careers, Hats Off Day and the Alltech National Horse Show.

“The USHJA strives to promote the sport and provide resources for our members for continuous education on being better horseman. The sponsorship with Rood & Riddle brings to our members access to educational materials provided by some of the top veterinarians in the country. Rood & Riddle shares our commitment to excellence and we look forward to a long and successful relationship,” stated Shelby French, USHJA CEO.

“The veterinarians and staff of Rood & Riddle are excited to join with the USHJA in their mission to support their sport and to educate their members. Both Rood & Riddle and the USHJA share a common goal of dedication to the well-being of the horse,” stated Dr. Tom Riddle.

The fit is a natural one as nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass, just 5 miles from the USHJA Headquarters, Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital is a worldwide leader in equine healthcare providing expertise in surgery, internal medicine, podiatry, diagnostic imaging, ambulatory, sports medicine and reproduction.

“The veterinarians and staff of Rood & Riddle are excited to join with the USHJA in their mission to support their sport”

“Rood & Riddle graduates hit the board in

43%

of stakes!”

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The Rood & Riddle Winner’s Circle celebrates Rood & Riddle graduates who have gone on to great success in both racing and non-racing events. Owners may nominate their horse by filling out the form on the Client Care page of our website. www.roodandriddle.com/clientcareIn whatever arena your horse has had great success. Fill out the form online and you might see them here!

Rood & Riddle Winner’s Circle

Story by Karen Bailey (Summer Wind Farm)

The above photo was taken in 2008 with her first foal, a colt by Storm Cat.

Fleet Indian was favored in the Breeders Cup Distaff but broke down during the race at Churchill. Thanks to the amazing team at Rood & Riddle, she was saved and went on to be an amazing broodmare. She was named Champion Older Female that year, and her first foal (pictured) went on to top the 2009 Keeneland September Yearling Sale. Sadly, Fleet Indian died way too early due to complications from colic in 2011. But, oh how blessed our lives were to have had the chance to know her. Special thanks to everyone at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital from all of us at Summer Wind Farm.

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Around the Practice

Rood & Riddle veterinarians were busy during the annual convention of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) held in December in Anaheim, California Speakers and topics included: Dr. Steve Reed who presented lectures on a range of topics dealing with equine neurology and internal medicine; as well as co-hosting the Kester News Hour; Dr. Katie Garrett, presented on ultrasound features of equine arytenoid chondritis in Thoroughbreds and was given the great honor of moderating the Milne Lecture; Dr. Peter Morresey presented on multiple topics as well, including Metabolic Syndrome in the Pregnant Mare and Agalactia,Dyslactia and Nutrition in the Postpartum Mare; Dr. Bart Barber lectured on the effect of uterine culture and cytology in first cover foaling mares; and Dr. Rolf Embertson presented his data findings on factors influencing foaling rate after colic surgery in pregnant Thoroughbred mares in Kentucky. Additionally, Drs.

Laurie Metcalfe, Brett Woodie, Raul Bras, Larry Bramlage and Etta Bradecamp presented table topics dealing with a range of topics. In addition to all of our veterinarians that presented, Nicole Bone BSVT, LVT and Jill Swartzendruber BSVT, LVT spoke in Anaheim at the American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians program. Nicole presented on anesthetic difficulties associated with colic surgery and Jill presented on post-anesthetic pulmonary edema.

Due to the ever-growing demand in Wellington and Ocala, FL our Sports Medicine and Podiatry departments have, once again, established a presence in each of those cities. Our veterinarians and farriers are taking appointments in Florida throughout the winter show season. Our Podiatry department is also taking monthly appointments in Ohio, New York, Tennessee and Minnesota. To set up an appointment or consultation call (859)280-3400 or go to http://www.roodandriddle.com/appointment.html

Dr. Deborah Spike-Pierce was recently sworn in as the new president of the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association. She will serve a one-year term and is also the past vice-president of the organization. The KVMA serves Kentucky veterinarians by acting to promote, protect and improve the veterinary profession. The organization cooperates with government officials and inter-professional medical, agricultural and conservation organizations in obtaining the enactment and enforcement of laws in Kentucky designed to protect the public health and the health and well-

being of all animals including pets, poultry and wildlife.

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Rood & Riddle is pleased to announce selections for the 2013-2014 Internship program. Filling internships in the hospital will be Hannah Chapman from Sydney University in Australia; Hope Douglas, University of Pennsylvania; Scott Fleming, Texas A&M University; Carly Turner, University of Georgia; Anhadbir Sidhu, Glasgow (Scotland),Courtney Pope, University of Pennsylvania; Christine Fosnacht, Kansas State University; and Janelle Moerlein, Michigan State University . The new ambulatory interns will be Morgan Agnew, University of Pennsylvania; Angela Infante, Michigan State University; Julia Gloviczski, University of Iowa; Jessica Harmon, St. Georges University; and Lilly Haywood, University of Pennsylvania. Since its inception in 1986, 236 veterinarians have completed the Rood & Riddle internship program.

We are proud to announce that Dr. Katherine S. Garrett (Director ofDiagnostic Imaging at Rood & Riddle) was named to the Veterinary Practice News Top 25 Veterinarians to watch in 2013! These veterinarians were chosen based on exciting, groundbreaking work in the field of veterinary medicine! The Candidates chosen exemplified “skill, talent and perseverance and are poised to do great things for veterinary medicine.”

For your convenience Rood & Riddle Veterinary Pharmacy will be moving to our main campus on Georgetown Rd. in the Summer of 2013! Construction is under way on the grounds of Rood & Riddle Equine hospital for a new building that will house the veterinary pharmacy. Our hope is that this will make pharmacy pick-ups much easier for our clients as all of our services will be housed in one location. We apologize for any minor inconveniences that this construction might cause our clients but we are very excited to offer more convenient service beginning Summer 2013. Adding convenient pick-ups to our already free delivery on orders over $150 is our way of saying thank you for choosing Rood & Riddle Veterinary Pharmacy.

Our internal Veterinary Seminar was held in December, 2012. This seminar is a chance for our 53 veterinarians tocome together and hear presentations by their colleagues. Several of our veterinarians were asked to speak on exciting new topics in their field of practice. The format was very intimate, allowing for a good deal of question and answer. This annual seminar is viewed as very important to the continuing education of our veterinarians as they are

able to take ideas from one area of practice and apply them to their own. The topics presented included Biosecurity Protocols for 2013, Pain Management in Performance Horses, Advancements in Stem Cell Therapy and many more.

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