Vol. 7 No. 3 (2015): September (Proceedings)

The 2015 Bartlett Address
Beverly J. Purswell

Veterinary Supply And Demand
David K. Hardin

Principles Of Evidence-Based Veterinary Medicine: What Is It And Why Does It Matter?
Brennen McKenzie

Just Because I Can, Doesn’t Mean I Should: The Application Of Evidence-Based Medicine To Small Animal Theriogenology
Melissa Goodman

Clinical Methods For Counting Canine Sperm: Automated And Manual Techniques
Greg Burns

Sperm Morphological Defects In Dogs: Causes And Consequences
Vanmathy Kasimanickam

International Shipments And Dewar Maintenance
Kim Hesler

Tickborne And Other Stealth Pathogen Reproductive Concerns
Meryl P. Littman

Genetic Counseling For Inherited Kidney And Urinary Tract Diseases
Meryl P. Littman

Ultrasound Of The Reproductive System: Female Dog
Rachel Pollard

Ultrasound Of The Reproductive System: Male Dog
Rachel Pollard

Comparative Progesterone Assay
Natalie Fraser, Robyn R. Wilborn, William Schultz, Jo Randall, Carl Pew, Marty Greer

A Review And Update Of Research On Pregnancy Associated Glycoproteins (Pags) In Cattle
K.G. Pohler, J.A. Green

Application Of Pregnancy Associated Glycoproteins (Pags) To Improve Reproductive Efficiency In Cattle
K.G. Pohler, A.O. Gatea, R.F.G. Peres, M.H.C. Pereira, J.L.M. Vasconcelos

Applying Ultrasonographic Evaluation Of Antral Follicle Count To Improve Reproductive Management In Heifers
Robert A. Cushman, Anthony K. McNeel, José C. Souza, Jack H. Britt

Mechanisms Influencing Establishment Of The Ovarian Reserve In Heifers
Robert A. Cushman, Anthony K. McNeel, José C. Souza, Sherrill E. Echternkamp, Jack H. Britt, Harvey C. Freetly

Bovine Temperament Impacts Immunity, Metabolism, And Reproduction: A Review
Jeffery A. Carroll, Paul R. Broadway, Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez, Ronald D. Randel

Diagnostic Techniques For Assessing Bull Infertility
Dwight F. Wolfe

Lameness In Breeding Bulls
C.L. Armstrong, D.F. Wolfe, J. Koziol, M.A. Edmondson

Trichomoniasis In Cattle
Misty A. Edmondson

Semen Evaluation And Overview Of Common Sperm Abnormalities
Richard Hopper

Protecting Your Investment: Nutrition For The Broodmare
Megan Shepherd

Protecting Your Investment: Nutrition For The Foal
Megan Shepherd

Epigenetics And Fetal Programming: What Do We Know?
Ashley B. Keith, M. Carey Satterfield

Developmental Orthopedic Disorders In Foals
Mary Beth Stanton, Michelle Sheridan

Feeding And Supplementing The Stallion For Maximum Fertility
Steven P. Brinsko

Granulosa-Theca Cell Tumor In A Dairy Doe: Endocrinology And Surgical Treatment
L.K. Pearson, A. Tibary

Progesterone Levels At The Expected Time Of Luteolysis In Diestrus, Pregnant, Carbetocin And Oxytocin Treated Mares
Mariana Diel de Amorim, Kayla Nielsen, Claudia Klein, Claire Card

In Vitro Maturation Of Goat Oocytes Recovered During The Non-Breeding Season
F.F.P.C. Barros, A.J. Fuselier, J.C. Ferreira, C.A. Leisinger, S.R. Thomas, C.R.F. Pinto

XX/XY Chimerism In An Infertile Female Alpaca Born As A Singleton Cria
Lisa K. Pearson

Sperm-Bound Antisperm Antibodies Affect The Oviductal Binding Index Of Bovine Spermatozoa
M.S. Ferrer, L.M. Miller, D.E. Anderson, M. Miesner

A Comparison Of Different Extenders For Cryopreservation Of Semen In White-Tailed Deer
Jamie Stewart, Clifford Shipley, Ashley Seder, Igor Canisso, Eleonora Po, Robyn Ellerbrock, Fabio Lima

Parturition Augmentation In Mares–Efficacy And Safety
S.H. Cheong, S.M. Lawlis, R.O. Gilbert

ISO Prostaglandin F 2α Is Produced During In Vitro Incubation Of Stallion Spermatozoa And Correlates With Sperm Death
F.J. Peña, Patricia Martin Muñoz, Cristina Ortega Ferrusola

Lipid Content And Cryopreservation Of Jersey Cattle Embryos
K. Rhodes-Long, M. Barceló-Fimbres, J.P. Barfield, L.F. Campos-Chillon

Diagnosis And Effects Of Urine Contamination On Stallion Semen Cooling
R. Ellerbrock, I. Canisso, L. Feijo, N. Wettstein, F. Lima, C. Shipley, K. Kline

Circulating Micrornas And Associated Gene Regulation In Puerperal Metritis In Dairy Cows
Seth Bynum, Ramanathan Kasimanickam, Vanmathy Kasimanickam

Ovarian Function In Pony Mares Undergoing Porcine Zona Pellucida Immunocontraception
Carolynne J. Tarr, Henk J. Bertschinger, Geoffrey T. Fosgate, Martin L. Schulman

Long-Term Effects Of Clinical Applications Of Pyrethrin And Cyfluthrin, A Synthetic Pyrethroid, On Bull Reproductive Parameters
Jamie L. Stewart, Clifford F. Shipley, Frank A. Ireland, Tara L. Felix, Vickie L. Jarrell, Claire L. Timlin, Daniel W. Shike

Seminal Plasma Micrornas: Potential Biomarkers For Bull Fertility
Rachel Shutter, Ramanathan Kasimanickam, Vanmathy Kasimanickam

Fertility Following Two Doses Of PGF2 Concurrently Or At 6-Hour Interval On The Day Of CIDR Removal In 5-Day CO-Synch Progesterone-Based Synchronization Protocols In Beef Heifers
Stephanie Schroeder White, Vanmathy Kasimanickam, Ram Kasimanickam

Histologic And Morphometric Evaluation Of Testes Of Feral Tom Kittens And Cats
Ellie Bohrer, Anna Mihalyo, Michelle Kutzler

Intrauterine Marbles For Estrus Suppression In Mares – Two Marbles Are Not Always Better Than One
H. Grady Bailin, C.E. Freeman, S.K. Lyle

Sperm Immotility As A Cause Of Infertility In A Bull
Alyssa Thomas, Dietrich Volkmann, Peter Sutovsky

Domperidone Treatment For Agalactia In A Queen
Amélie Rivaleau, Aime K. Johnson, Natalie S. Fraser, Rochelle Jensen, Robyn R. Wilborn

Use Of Behavioral And Pharmacological Manipulations Followed By Castration And Gamete Rescue In Securing Offspring From A Challenging Stallion
C.N. Esdorn, B.W. Christensen, S.M. McDonnell, C.J. Scott, G.A. Dujovne

Endometrial Cyst Ablation In A 23-Year Old Dutch Warmblood Mare
C. Garrett, A.K. Johnson, R.R. Wilborn

Equine Pregnancy Via Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection Following Remote Transvaginal Follicular Aspiration
K. Tanner, B.W. Christensen, C.J. Scott, G.A. Dujovne, Y.H. Choi, K. Hinrichs

Evaluation Of A Novel Swim-Up Protocol And Protein Source On Canine Sperm Progressive Motility, Concentration And Acrosome Reaction
Amber Lengele, Lauren Gentle, Ashley Burns, Michelle Kutzler

Concentration Dependent Effect Of Prostatic Fluid On Seminal Parameters Of Cooled Canine Semen
R. Fritsche, F. Hollinshead, D.L. Paccamonti, D.P. Beehan, S.K. Lyle

Canine Vaginal Lactic Acid Producing Bacteria Exhibit Characteristics Which May Antagonize Common Urogenital Pathogens
C. Scott Bailey, Megan Jacob, Theresa Beachler, Candyce Thompson, Mike Wood, Tonya Harris, Robert Loose, Jessica Heinz, Shelly Vaden

Effect Of Male Age On Semen Parameters In A Purebred Dog Breeding Program With Established Fertility Parameters
A.C. Hesser, B.W. Christensen, K.L. Gonzales, H.M. Power, C.R. Darr, T.N. Scanlan, K.L. Klooster, S.A. Meyers

Gene Expression Of Retinoic Acid Receptors In Post-Natal Canine Testis
Seth Bynum, Ramanathan Kasimanickam, Vanmathy Kasimanickam

Does Cell Enrichment Influence The Gene Expression Of Sertoli Cells, Leydig Cells And Spermatogonia Cells Specific Markers In Canine Testis?
Ramanathan Kasimanickam, Vanmathy Kasimanickam

Computer-Assisted Semen Analysis (CASA) To Determine Sperm Concentration: A Comparison Of Slide Preparation Methods Using The Hamilton-Thorne And Minitube Systems
M. Ricker, J.G. Burns, R. Wheeler, J. K. Graham

Failure Of Anti-Müllerian Hormone To Diagnose Cryptorchidism In A Pot-Bellied Pig
M. Ciccarelli, M. Logsdon, L.K. Pearson, A.J. Campbell, A. Tibary

Microrna Expression Profiling In Porcine Spermatozoa Of Different Breeds
Stephanie Schroeder White, Ramanathan Kasimanickam, Vanmathy Kasimanickam

In Vitro Maturation Of Cuniculus Paca Oocytes Recovered By Laparoscopic Ovum Pick-Up (lapOPU)
F.F.P.C. Barros, R.A.R. Uscategui, L.C. Padilha, M.R. de Lima, A.E. Kawanami, R.P. Nociti, R.S.G. Mariano, P.P.M. Teixeira, C.R.F. Pinto, W.R.R. Vicente

Cesarean Section In Camels (Camelus Dromedarius): Complications And Post-Surgical Fertility
A. Tibary, L.K. Pearson, A. Anouassi

Pregnancy Length, Cria Birth Weight, Placental Weight, And Igg Concentration In Suri Alpacas
A.J. Campbell, L.K. Pearson, P. Walker, A. Tibary

Evaluation Of Novel Sampling Technique For Bovine Trichomoniasis (Tritrichomonas Foetus)
T.M. Dohlman, G.A. Dewell, P.E. Phillips

Comparison Of Estrus, Breeding And Pregnancy Rates In Goats During The Non-Breeding Season Using A Short P4 Protocol With And Without GnRH Or hCG
Sandra L. Ayres, Kelly L. Chevett, Catie Porter, Stephen Blash, William Gavin

Prevalence Of Tritrichomonas Foetus In Tennessee Beef Bulls
Brittni M. Jones, Brian K. Whitlock, Lew G. Strickland, Stephen Kania

Investigation Of In Vitro Conditions Required For Biofilm Formation In Escherichia Coli Isolated From Mare Reproductive Tract
D.P. Beehan, N. Krekeler, D.L. Paccamonti, S.K. Lyle

Pregnancy Outcomes In Thoroughbred Mares Administered Different Doses Of Cloprostenol
M.E. Agnew, M.R. Schnobrich, A. Stromberg, W.T. Riddle

Ultrsonographic Imaging Of Cervical Defects In Two Mares With Chronic Infertility
Etta A. Bradecamp, Maria R. Schnobrich

Comparison Of Chemical And Surgical Vasectomy On Testicular Activity In Free-Roaming Stallions
C.M. Scully, R.L. Lee, K.M. Patton, L. Pielstick, G.H. Collins, M.A. Kutzler

A Novel Approach To Removing Retained Fetal Membranes In The Mare
Justin W. McNaughten, Mark Meijer, Margo L. Macpherson

Progesterone Levels And Interovulatory Intervals Of Mares Treated With Intrauterine Fractionated Coconut Oil
Mariana Diel de Amorim, Kayla Nielsen, Raissa Salgueiro, Claudia Klein, Claire Card

The Effect Of Repeated PGF2α-Induced Antiluteogenesis In The Interovulatory Interval Of Mares
K.K. DiMiceli, J.C. Ferreira, F.F.P.C. Barros, M. Leuvrais, C.S. Whisnant, C.R. Pinto

Fetoplacental Steroids And eCG Concentrations In A Pregnant Mare Receiving Intrauterine Cloprostenol Sodium
Margaret S. Bojko, Robyn E. Ellebrock, Igor F. Canisso

Using Color Flow Doppler Ultrasonography To Estimate Progesterone Concentrations At Embryo Transfer And During Early Pregnancy In Recipient Mares
P.T. Brogan, D. Necchi, H. Henning, T.A.E. Stout, M. de Ruijter-Villani

Nfectious Endometritis Is Associated With Endometrial Expression Of Transforming Growth Factor-Β And Integrin Α5β1
M. Christoffersen, J.M. Nielsen

Breeding Soundness Of Weaned Bull Calves Treated With Bolus Injections Of Trace Minerals
S.L. Hill, R.L. Weaber, L.J. Havenga, K.C. Olson

The Effect Of Progesterone Intravaginal Devices (CIDRS), P.G. 600 And Ram Effect On Hastening The Onset Of Cyclicity Of Transitional Targhee Ewes
C. Cabrera, G. Maier, M. Cuneo, B. McNabb

Tissue Oxytocinase Activity In Diestrus Mares
Kayla Nielsen, Mariana Diel de Amorim, Claudia Klein, Claire Card

Evaluation Of Dexamethasone On Fetal Maturation And Delivery In Mares When Administered On Days 305 To 307 Of Gestation
Kathryn Bass, Richard Hopper, Kevin Walters, David Christiansen, Jack Smith, Peter Ryan, Heath King

Comparison Of Monday-Friday 4-Day Versus 5-Day Co-Synch + Controlled Internal Drug Release (CIDR) + Timed Artificial Insemination (TAI) Protocols In Beef Heifers
Heidi J Fishman, Maria S. Ferrer, Brent Credille, Zebulon Duvall, Katey Ellis, Roberto A. Palomares

Uterine And Corpus Luteal Vascular Dynamics On Day 34 Of Pregnancy Do Not Differ Between Dairy Cattle Which Abort Or Carry Pregnancy To Term
Dale E. Kelley, Christopher J. Mortensen, Klibs N. Galvão, Carlos A. Risco, Alan D. Ealy

Removal Of An Intrauterine Mineralized Caruncle From A Holstein Cow By Colpotomy And Hysterotomy
Jennifer M. Pearson, Robert O. Gilbert

Clinical And Metabolic Evaluation In Hyperlactatemics Foals From Mares With Placentitis
L.S. Feijó, C.E.W. Nogueira, F.M. Pazinato, J.O. Feijó, L.O. Araújo, I. S. Finger, B.R. Curcio

The Detection Of Tritrichomonas Foetus In Bovine Semen With Centrifugation And PCR
Chance Armstrong, Dwight Wolfe, Kellye Joiner, Thomas Passler, Misty Edmondson, Soren Rodning, Robert Carson

Pharmacokinetics After Intrauterine Infusion Of Ciprofloxacin In The Mare
David A. Trundell, Patrick M. McCue, Luke A. Wittenburg, Dan L. Gustafson, Ryan A. Ferris

Embryo Stage, Quality And Number Of Ovulations In Recipient Mare Affect Pregnancy Rates In Embryo Transfer Recipient Mares
H.G. Pedersen, M. Niklasson, A. Vullers, M. Christoffersen

Non-Infectious Abnormal Placenta And Its Association With Obstetric And Neonatal Parameters In Mares
Fernanda M. Pazinato, Lorena S. Feijó, Cristina G. Fernandes, Carlos E. W. Nogueira, Bruna R. Curcio

Evaluation Of Salivary Progesterone Profiles As An Indicator Of Reproductive Status In Equines
Swanand R. Sathe, John A. Herrmann, Yvette Johnson, Malavika K. Adur, Janice Bahr

Effect Of Epidermal Growth Factor Supplementation During Different Culture Periods On In Vitro Maturation Of Canine Oocytes
Leda M.C. Pereira, Paulo R.O. Bersano, Lucilene D. Santos, Fabiana F. Souza, Maria D. Lopes

Evaluation Of p34 Cdc2 Protein Kinase Activity During In Vitro Maturation Of Canine Oocytes
Leda M.C. Pereira, Paulo R.O. Bersano, Lucilene D. Santos, Fabiana F. Souza, Maria D. Lopes

Ovariohysterectomy Following Uterine Rupture In A Ewe
E.L. Larsonberg, M. Ciccarelli, L.K. Pearson, A.J. Campbell, A. Tibary

Clitoridectomy Following Vulvar Laceration In A Pregnant Mare
Z. Deutsch, L.K. Pearson, A.J. Campbell, A. Tibary

Diagnosis And Treatment A Of Granulosa Cell Tumor In A 10 Year Old Mare
D. Andrew Hestad, Aime Johnson, Rochelle Jensen, Robyn Wilborn

Priapism In A Thoroughbred Gelding Associated With Metastatic S. Equi Infection
K. Simmons, E.A. Coffman, T.M. Beachler, K. McKelvey, B. Breuhaus, C.S. Bailey

Return To Cylicity After Diagnosis Of Granulosa Cell Tumor In 16 Month Old Simmental Heifer
Laura Elyse Reed, Kevin Walters

Stallion-Like Behavior In Male Castrated Thoroughbred With Non-Secretory Inguinal Mass
N. Palumbo, E. Coffman, L. Tate, K. McKelvey, T. Beachler, J. Durrant, C.S. Bailey