Elle's Corner: How Early is Too Early?

It is coming up on that time of year again—the time of year when we get asked time and time again, “How early can I preg check with ultrasound?” If you have been in one of our classes, you know that this often leads to a lengthier discussion. I often turn around and ask why we want to preg early, and are we rechecking them due to the potential for early embryonic death loss.

Service Check Season FAQs

Remember preg checking season is just around the corner. Did you have a loose cable last year, a battery that no longer lasts as long as it once did, or missing flaps? Now is a great time to send it in before preg season gets rolling. Did you know that one of the best ways to ensure the longevity of your machine is to send it in every 2-3 years for a service check? We highly recommend this service, as you can easily save in repair bills by simply sending in your unit to do preventative maintenance!

Equine Uterine Cyst Captured by the Flexx

ReproScan’s Flexx ultrasound is no stranger to capturing unique scans on any type of specie, but this one was particularly interesting. We scanned this mare during our most recent Benchmark Animal Hospital ultrasound training. Dr. Lisa Mauzerall from Benchmark Animal Hospital in Perkins, Oklahoma does a wonderful job by walking us through what she is seeing during this equine scan. Let us know what you think!

Know What to Expect Next Calving Season

May marks the end of typical spring calving season, and maybe, for you, it was a dream, a breeze, similar relaxation levels to a tropical vacation. But maybe it wasn’t. Maybe heifers started calving a month before you expected, or your AI rates were vastly underwhelming. Maybe you had 3 more sets of twins than you were expecting, resulting in multiple c-sections, or far more opens than last year. Or did you have a group that you fed all winter long that showed up open?

May Markdown Sale is Happening Now!

Don’t Miss Out on These Savings!

Spring has sprung around here, and with it, our May Sale- May MarkDown. From May 6-17th, you can get 10% off of all new ultrasound packages, including the Apexx Curve and Apexx Linear packages! This is the first time these units have gone on sale since they hit the market. If you’ve had your eye on one, now is the time to buy!

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your ultrasound unit, purchase a back-up unit, or start using ultrasound technology for the first time- the May MarkDown Sale is not one you’re going to want to miss. Give us a call at 877-890-2411 to get a quote on a new unit today!

Why You Need A ReproArm This Fall!

Here at ReproScan, we understand how quickly your arm and shoulder begins to wear out after years of palpating. The strain your shoulder goes through can quickly add up, especially if you have been preg-checking for years. Thankfully we have found the surefire solution to this ongoing problem. The ReproArm is our version of an extension arm. We have specially designed it to have a specific bend, surface area, and durability, making it not only easier on you, but also easier on your cattle. Our ReproArm is meant to fit with our convex rectal probe, providing a large viewing area.

Improving Your Image Quality For Early Checks

It seems like we talk about how to improve your image quality quite often, but we do this because it is a crucial part of reproductive ultrasound. Especially if you are looking into doing early pregnancy checks. The early window that we are looking at specifically is the 28–35 day window. Preg checking this early is rather difficult, especially if you are new to ultrasound, but there are some things you can do to make it easier for yourself and the cattle.