12/ AUGUST 2019 THE RIDER


OVC Researchers to Conduct First Study in Canada Investigating a Parasite that May Cause Equine Abortions


Guelph, ON June 2019 - Abor- tions in horses continues to be a very frustrating problem for breeders and veterinarians. So much time and effort is put into producing quality horses and it is heartbreaking when it does not work out; even more so when you don’t know why. “About 40% of abortions in horses that are submitted to the lab come back with no diagnosis, and an unknown cause; this means we are missing a significant number


of potentially infectious and po- tentially preventable abortions in horses” shares Dr. Tracey Che- nier at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). Dr. Chenier has been a re-


searcher in equine reproduction at the OVC for almost 18 years, investigating equine infertility, reproductive efficiency, and em- bryo freezing. Her next project will investigate the exposure rate or the seroprevalence of a para- site, Neospora caninum, and its


potential link to equine abortions. Neospora caninum is the


single most important cause of abortions in cattle in Ontario and has a significant impact across North America. Previous studies have looked at the seropreva- lence of this parasite in Europe and the United States but no stud- ies have been conducted in Canada. Recently, this parasite was found in an aborted equine fetus in Israel. This discovery sparked the interest of re-


searchers in Israel who then reached out to Dr. Chenier to conduct a collaborative study. This amazing team of researchers includes Dr. David Pearl and Dr. Robert Foster from the OVC who have special expertise in disease surveillance and Neospora can- inum in cattle, as well as Dr. Amir Steinman and his lab in Is- rael who are very familiar with the detection of this parasite. This collaborative study


will be the first of its kind in horses in Canada, and will be fo- cusing on Ontario broodmares. Research begins this September taking place over the course of three years thanks to industry partners and OMAFRA. “It’s not possible without both industry funding and industry involve- ment,” says Dr. Chenier. The first step is to collect blood samples from broodmares on randomly


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(905) 387-1900 • email: barry@therider.com 8/19 Calendar of Events: SHOWS - July 21, August 18, September 15 July 21st, finally a show without rain! The hu-


midity left and it was a great day for our third show of the season. Another huge turnout of entries. Working the gate from one show to the next, gives you a great opportunity to see the progress of the horses and riders. It was obvious to me that people are asking questions, getting help, taking lessons and spending more work on their horses. A big im- provement in several riders and horses. Dedica- tion! Again, thanks to Neil and Betty Tull for cooking and to all the volunteers who helped make another really successful show.


The results as judged by Bill Thomas:


Ltd Non-Pro - Lyne Frey and MJ Captain Olena Non-Pro - Werner Bohner and Casey Open Boxing - Don Pletch and Brennas Cat Youth - Amber Van Segbrook and My Nu Banjo Green as Grass - Olivia Coish and FF Four Yel- low Rose Open - Jesse Cofell and Chic N Gravy Intermediate Non-Pro - Michelle Campbell and Lena’s Lil Star


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Novice Horse - Jesse Cofell and Boomin Little Boots Ranch Riding & Boxing - Olivia Coish and FF Four Yellow Rose Herdwork - Dave Hamilton and Cat Powered Green as Grass Herdwork - Steve Wilson and J.R.


Notice is hereby given that the Annual Gen-


eral Meeting of the members of the Ontario Reined Cow Horse Association will be held on September 15, 2019 following the completion of the show in Richmond, Ontario. The purpose of this meeting is to transact such business as may properly be brought before the meeting and to elect directors. If you have such business to be discussed or would like to become a director, please consider attending the AGM on September 15.


Calendar of Events: Show August 18; Show, AGM and Awards September 15


Photo: Steve Wilson, winner of Green Herd Work (PC Miranda Kent)


selected breeding farms across Ontario. The owners will be in- volved in a comprehensive sur- vey, so researchers can have a full understanding of the horses’ history, farm management prac- tices, and risk factors like dogs and coyotes on or near the farm (known to increase risk levels in cattle). Next, the researchers will be looking at aborted fetuses for the presence of the Neospora caninum parasite. This study will provide in-


sight on the unknowns surround- ing the seroprevalence of the Neospora caninum parasite in Ontario broodmares, risk factors for exposure, and if it plays a role in equine abortions. It’s impor- tant to address these unknowns in order to take precautions and work towards minimizing un- known diagnoses. Planning on breeding your


mare? Dr. Chenier has great tips and videos in Equine Guelph’s Mare & Foal Care Tool spon- sored by PFERA to make sure you are prepared! https://www.equineguelph.ca/To ols/Mare-&-Foal-Care.php


About Equine Guelph: Equine Guelph is the horse


owners’ and care givers’ Centre at the University of Guelph in Canada. It is a unique partnership dedicated to the health and well- being of horses, supported and overseen by equine industry groups. Equine Guelph is the epi- centre for academia, industry and government - for the good of the equine industry as a whole. For further


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www.equineguelph.ca. Story by: Melissa McGilloway


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