UF Large Animal Hospital
Equine Reproduction Ambulatory Service
Bringing advanced reproductive care directly to your farm. Proudly serving the Ocala area.
The UF Large Animal Hospital Equine Reproduction Ambulatory Service enables us to provide comprehensive ambulatory reproductive services designed to support successful breeding outcomes and healthy pregnancies, without the stress, risk, or inconvenience of hauling mares off-site.
Our Mobile Services
- Cycle Management
Individualized breeding plans, ultrasound monitoring and hormone therapy, if needed. - (Problem) Mare Evaluation & Treatment
Comprehensive reproductive evaluations, diagnostics, and customized treatment plans. - Artificial Insemination (AI)
Using fresh, cooled, or frozen semen. - Semen Evaluation
On‑farm assessment of semen quality, including motility and concentration. - Embryo Flushing
Embryo collection with meticulous handling for transfer or vitrification. - Embryo Transfer
Coordination and transfer of fresh, vitrified or ICSI‑produced embryos with precise timing. - Embryo Vitrification
Technique used to preserve embryos (freezing) for long- term storage and/or future transfer.
- Recipient Management
Management and synchronization of recipients for fresh or ICSI-produced embryo transfer. - Pregnancy Diagnosis & Monitoring
Early pregnancy confirmation, follow‑up examinations, and monitoring. - Early Twin Reduction
Timely identification and management of twin pregnancies to optimize outcomes. - High‑Risk Pregnancy Management
Close monitoring and tailored care for mares with increased pregnancy risk. - Peripartum Care
Management of peripartum complications including retained placenta and related conditions.
Why Choose Us?
- 100% mobile service — all care performed at your location.
- Skilled clinicians with decades of combined experience in equine reproduction.
- Evidence‑based protocols designed to optimize reproductive success.
- Flexible scheduling aligned with critical reproductive timelines.
- Clear, consistent communication throughout the breeding process.
- Compassionate, attentive care for every horse.
- Spanish‑speaking clinicians available to better serve our diverse community.
Our Team
Maria E Cadario
Clinical Professor
Sofia Kovacsy Ispizua DVM, MSc.
Clinical Lecturer
