dung testing in broodmares

[jewel]

can anyone tell me at bit more about it, at what stage does the mare need to be at? how correct are the test? and a rough idea of cost? thanks

 

[piebaldsparkle]

What are you testing for??? Sorry if this is a really thick question!!!

 

[jewel]

if in foal or not, sorry should of said

 

[piebaldsparkle]

Gosh really, didn't know you could do that. I've only ever had dung tested for worms.

 

[Irishcobs]

Never heard of it. Blood testing but not dung.

 

[jewel]

i'd never heard about it before, but i read on another forum that someone just had a confirmation back that her mare was in foal from a dung test. so was just wondering about it as one of my pony is looking to me like she may be in foal

 

[Chambon]

I haven't used this service for years now, but I did use it a lot in the past. It was really very accurate. I think (can't remember exactly) it works after 120 - 150 days. I can't remember the company I used but it was very cheap, about £15.

 

[Irishcobs]

Do they still do it? I've never heard of it and have worked with breeders and vets for years. They all say scans and blood tests are the best.