• MARES MANAGEMENT
The welfare of mares is a top priority for Avantea. A healthy environment, meticulous management, and a respectful approach not only enhance the quality of life for the animals but also contribute to the success of assisted reproduction techniques.
Mare Management - Well-being and Fertility
Safe and controlled environment
Mares at Avantea are housed in an environment specifically designed to minimize stress and promote well-being.
- Spacious and comfortable stalls designed to provide adequate space and safety.
- Bright and well ventilated rooms.
- Daily access to the carousel and paddocks, enabling horses to maintain regular physical activity.
Daily care and monitoring
Each donor mare is closely monitored by a team of veterinarians dedicated to ensuring her health and well-being.
- Regular veterinary check-ups to maintain optimal physical and reproductive health..
- Strict vaccination and health protocols to safeguard animal well-being.
- Daily monitoring of general and reproductive condition.
- Regular gynecological checks essential for the planning of OPU and Embryo Transfer procedures.
- Access to specialized professionals, including farriers and veterinarians with expertise in assisted reproduction.
Nutrition and well-being
A balanced, high-quality diet is crucial for both the well-being of mares and the quality of their oocytes.
- A tailored and nutritionally balanced diet to meet each mare’s specific needs.
- High quality fodder.
- Monitoring dietary intake to ensure optimal weight and body condition.
Proper nutrition supports the production of healthy and viable oocytes, enhancing the success rate of reproductive procedures.
Recovery and assistance after procedures
After an OPU procedure, each mare is closely monitored to ensure a smooth recovery:
- Continuous monitoring in the hours following the procedure, assessing behavior and appetite.
- Recovery in a quiet and safe environment with return to the stable only when the mare has completely recovered from the sedation.
- Control of temperature and general well-being over the next 48 hours.
Avantea advises a gradual return to physical activity in the days following the procedure. Our aim is to ensure that each horse returns to perfect shape as soon as possible without any impact on their routine or future activities.
Our efforts
A calm and healthy horse is fundamental to a successful reproductive process. At Avantea, well-being always comes first.
- Well-being first: Every mare has unique needs, and we are committed to ensuring maximum comfort.
- Peaceful and safe environment: facilities designed to promote the tranquility of the animals, with adequate spaces and careful management of social interactions.
- Ethics and responsibility: We strictly adhere to veterinary and ethical regulations, ensuring animal health remains a top priority.
- Transparency and professionalism: We follow strict scientific protocols, ensuring expertise and transparency at every stage of the process.
- Compliance with regulations: All Avantea activities comply with the guidelines of the Professional Order of Veterinary Doctors, ensuring compliance with the highest standards in animal welfare.
- Responsible research and innovation: We develop cutting-edge technologies in compliance with national and international regulations, contributing to the advancement of assisted reproduction in an ethical and sustainable way.
Assisted reproduction of horses and animals
The reference centre in Europe for equine assisted reproduction.
