Fundamentals of the Mare and Foal Online

About the Course

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic this practical course has been moved online. Leading experts in equine breeding will provide live demonstrations of real-time cases and lead discussion on how to manage these common cases.

The aim of the course is to ensure that veterinary surgeons facing their first stud season are prepared to assess, treat and refer the late pregnant mare and foal. Lectures will include the late term mare, the post foaling check of the mare and foal, management of the mare and foal including advice to owners on getting foals to suck and nutritional management of the pregnant and lactating mare, foaling, dystocia and post foaling problems and the sick neonate, when to refer and what is possible.

Our live demonstrations and discussion sessions will include assessment of the late term mare, assessment of angular and flexural limb deformities and case-based discussion on assessing neonatal and sick foals together with discussions on what to carry in your car.

Key Learning Objectives

• Carry out examination of the peri-parturient mare and foal.
• Understand the peri-parturient mare and potential complications and assessment: colic, placentitis, uterine torsion, retained foetal membranes.
• Consolidate knowledge on foaling and dystocia and dealing with complications.
• Monitoring of the late pregnant mare and foetus.
• Learn practical skills in assessing and treating the angular and flexural limb deformity.
• Understand mare and foal management including getting foals to suck and nutrition of the mare and foal.
• Identify the sick neonate and formulate plans for treatment and/or referral.

	An excellent course that both refreshed and improved my knowledge. It was a great confidence boost before the season starts
	- 2020 Fundamentals of the Mare and Foal Delegate

Course Organiser

• Mr John Spencer, BVSc MRCVS, Shropshire

Course Speakers

• Ms Charlotte Easton-Jones VetMB, MA, DipACVIM, MRCVS, Suffolk
• Mrs Emily Floyd BVSc DipACVIM MRCVS
• Mr Tim Froydenlund MA Vet MB Cert AVP (ESO) DipECVS MRCVS European Specialist in Equine Surgery, Shropshire
• Mr John Spencer BVSc MRCVS, Shropshire  
• Ms Sarah Stoneham BVSc Cert ESM MRCVS Equine Nutritionist, North Yorkshire  

Course Fees

• BEVA members £95
• Non members £190

Course Downloads

•  Full Course Programme

As the live aspect of this course is taking place today please contact us on +44 (0)1638 723555 if you would like to attend.

Who is the course for?

The Fundamentals of the Mare and Foal is for Veterinary Surgeons and would be particularly suitable for young vets looking to develop their knowledge and practical skills or those looking to refresh their knowledge ahead of the breeding season.

Since moving this course online it would also be advantageous for veterinary students who are looking to see practice and learn from experienced equine practitioners.

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Please note: you are required to make an online payment when booking via the website. If you would like to pay using a different method please contact us on +44 (0) 1638 723 555 or by email at events@beva.org.uk.

Covid-19 Terms and Conditions

• If you book a place on a BEVA CPD course and are unable to attend due to any Covid-19 related issue (e.g. as a result of showing symptoms or track and trace restrictions) you will receive a credit for the amount you paid. This credit can be used for any BEVA CPD and will be valid for a year from the date of issue. Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a course.
• If you need to cancel your place for a non-Covid-19 related reason our standard terms and conditions will apply.
• If BEVA are required to cancel or postpone a course for any reason, you can opt to receive a full refund or receive a credit for a future BEVA CPD course (valid for a year from the date of issue).

Standard Terms and Conditions

• A full refund will be made, less a 10% administration charge, if cancellation is more than 6 weeks before the start of the course
• A refund cannot be guaranteed if cancellation is less than 6 weeks before the start of the course. A refund will be made if BEVA can resell the place, less a 20% administration charge. 
• Booked places can be transferred to another person free of charge. If the transferee is not a BEVA member he/she will be liable for the difference between the member and non-member rate.
• All delegates must have appropriate liability and professional indemnity insurance. 
• Delegates must bring appropriate safety wear (coveralls, hard hats, boots etc) to courses involving practical sessions.
• BEVA may pass contact details of delegates to the organisers or sponsors of the course unless the delegate has specified otherwise.
• All delegates self-certify that they are a qualified veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse and qualified to undertake the procedures being taught. Where the delegate is in training for such a qualification BEVA must be made aware of their training status at the time of booking.

By registering for this event, you accept the above terms and conditions.