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Eimeria Macusaniensis and Mycoplasma Haemolama
Toni Cotton, DVM |
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Commonly referred to as "e mac" and "epe", these two parasites are dreaded words in
the alpaca industry. This session will include a description of each parasite,
the clinical disease, pathology in the patient, diagnosis and current treatments
for alpacas.
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Reproductive Ultrasound
Toni Cotton, DVM |
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This session will include a description of current ultrasound equipment available and
its application for reproductive work in alpacas. Dr. Cotton will show a series of
ultrasound images of the reproductive tract of male and female alpacas and show the
application and uses in a reproductive practice. There will be an emphasis on
pregnancy diagnosis and the stages of pregnancy. The equipment will be available
at the symposium to view and Dr. Cotton is working on having company representatives
available during the vet day.
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Reproductive Case Presentations in the Female Alpaca
Toni Cotton, DVM |
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This session will begin with a step by step approach to working up a reproductively
challenged female. Dr. Cotton will also include a brief discussion on reproductive
hormones that are beneficial to test when working on problem animals. Several cases
will be presented which will include congenital and "management" induced. We hope
to be able to have animals available for live demonstrations. |
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Questions and Answers with Dr. Cebra
Dr. Chris Cebra, DVM, Oregon State University |
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The seminar will be an open forum where owners/breeders can ask Dr. Cebra questions on camelid health issues.
Here is a chance for some "free" vet advice! |
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Alpaca Fleece Judging – Live Commentating
Cheryl Gehly, AOBA Certified Judge |
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Participants will learn how to assess micron values in a hands-on workshop. Both relative and
absolute scoring will be experienced, as well as understanding the value of data collection and
translation to individual herd assessment.
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Alpaca Industry Today and Tomorrow
Brett Kaysen, PhD, Professor, Colorado State University |
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The strengths of the industry and challenges facing it will be examined.
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Expected Progeny Differences (EPD)
Brett Kaysen, PhD, Professor, Colorado State University |
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A relatively new topic for the alpaca industry, EPD has been used for years in most major livestock
industries. Using this method of quantitative genetics for breeding decisions, dramatic increases
in the quality of cattle, swine and sheep have been produced. Learn how this topic can be used in
the alpaca industry.
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Determining the Best Use of Your Alpaca Fiber
Wini Labrecque, SWF Fiber Innovations |
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This presentation will cover understanding what you have in your fiber and how best to utilize it for
end use. End use may be processing it on your own through mini mills, contributing to fiber coops or
fiber pools or developing product for retail sales. We will cover fleece properties of importance in
processing, options for various parts of the fleece as well as end product packaging, labeling laws and
new product development. The talk will wrap up with a discussion on future possibilities and trends in
the textile industry.
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What’s so great about alpaca – debunking the fleece!
Polly Michaelis, AOBA Certified Judge |
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We all know that alpaca is fabulous, but why? This session will take a look at the fleece from the skin
up, discuss it’s relationship to other fibers and take some of the mystery out of the "terminology",
the structure and the judging. |
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Alpaca Nutrition 101
Robert Van Saun, PhD, Professor, Penn State University |
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Understanding the animal and feeding management. This is a basic topic on understanding how these
animals assimilate nutrients and highlights the unique difference we need to address in providing
appropriate feeding management. |
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Understanding Your Supplement: Copper and Selenium in Alpacas
Robert Van Saun, PhD, Professor, Penn State University |
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An advanced topic covering all aspects of meeting requirements and preventing toxicity.
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