Traditional Methods and New Technologies,” a free online webinar
Lexington, Ky. – May 16, 2012 –The Horse magazine will present a free webinar entitled, “Equine Identification: Traditional Methods and New Technologies,” Tuesday, May 29, 2012 from 8 to 9 p.m. EDT on TheHorse.com.
The live event, sponsored by Merck-GAM, and presented by Monty McInturff, DVM, will explain why identification is important to horse owners, government officials, breed registries, and veterinarians.
By reviewing traditional methods of identification, including hot branding, freeze branding, microchipping, drawings/photographs, DNA analysis, and lip tattoo, Dr. McInturff will explain the pros and cons of each method. He will also explore and demonstrate how the newest technology in equine identification, iris scan, works.
Monty McInturff, DVM, is managing partner at Tennessee Equine Hospital, a multidisciplinary practice with a focus on performance horse medicine located in Thompson’s Station, Tenn. He joined the TEH in 1991 and has since helped grow it into a state-of-the-art diagnostics facility with a full-care equine hospital and ambulatory service. McInturff has a specialty interest in sports medicine and maintenance of the equine athlete. He earned his veterinary degree from Auburn University.
After the presentation, a live question and answer session will be moderated by Michelle Anderson, Digital Editor/Producer of TheHorse.com and Dr. Michael Coe of Merck Animal Health. To register for the live event, visit TheHorse.com/webinars.
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