FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

+Q: "How do I contact you?"

A: Our office number is 806-488-2321 Fax 806-488-2305. Office hours are M-F 8:30 – 5:30 CST and Saturday 8:30 – 12:00. Or you may email.

+ Q: "Do I need an Embryo Transfer Contract?"

A: No. We charge for individual services as they are performed. Just like taking your horse to a veterinarian for a lameness exam. You are only charged for the procedures that are actually completed. All we need is payment in advance for the Embryo Transfer Fee of $500.00 for shipped embryos.

+ Q: "How do I let you know when I will need a recipient mare?"

A: For shipped embryos this is the most important information that we need. You can download or call and request an Embryo Transfer Information Packet. In this packet will be an Instruction Page and a Mare Fax Reservation Form. You or the person palpating/breeding/flushing your mare will need to fax this form to us as explained in the instruction page. A fax MUST be sent on breeding day, ovulation day and flush day. This is the only way to insure that you will have a recipient mare for your shipped embryo. We will not be responsible for being unable to supply you with a recipient mare, if any one of the above steps is skipped or not completed on time by you or your breeding facility.

+ Q: "How do I reserve a recipient mare if the flush is done at Timber Creek Veterinary Hospital?"

A: There is no need for advance notice if we are breeding and flushing your mare. But, if you are breeding her at another location and bringing her to us for the flush, you must follow the instructions just like a shipped embryo plus call and make an appointment for the flush on the flush day.

+ Q: "What other charges are involved in the Embryo Transfer at your facility?"

A: You can find the answer to this on the Embryo Transfer Price List. Most charges are listed on this page."

+ Q: "What happens if my embryo does not take?"

A: For all embryo transfers there is a $500.00 transfer fee or flush/transfer fee. This is NOT refundable if the mare never obtains a pregnancy or absorbs a later pregnancy. If this happens, then it is up to you to decide whether to rebreed your mare and try again or quit.

+ Q: "Do I ever get a refund on charges incurred if a pregnancy absorbs or aborts?"

A: No. Once we transfer an embryo into a recipient mare and after we detect a viable pregnancy at 14-15 days by ultrasound you become responsible for the up keep of the recipient mare carrying your embryo. (Example: the $55.00 ultrasound fee, $8.00/day board, progesterone and any tests or medications that the mare may need). These charges are not refundable, but they do stop accruing once we determine there is no longer a viable pregnancy.

+ Q: "Is the recipient mare purchased or leased?"

A: All recipient mares are leased by you from Abraham Equine, Inc. They must be returned according to the mare lease agreement. Payment for the lease should be made to Abraham Equine, Inc. Any deviations from this should be approved by Abraham Equine, Inc.

+ Q: "When do I get a Mare Lease Agreement?"

A: Once we detect a heartbeat in your embryo, a Mare Lease Agreement will be completed and mailed to you for your signature and payment.

+ Q: "When and how do I pay for your services?"

A: All veterinary services must be paid from your monthly billing statement or prior to the release of your recipient mare, which ever comes first. All leases must be paid within 10 days after the mare is checked to be 35 days pregnant or before she leaves our facility. Both Timber Creek Veterinary Hospital and Abraham Equine, Inc. accept Cash, Check, Money Orders, Visa or MasterCard.

+ Q: "Is there any paperwork that I must complete with my mare’s registry prior to an embryo transfer?"

A: Yes. For all Quarter Horses and Paint Horses you must complete their required forms prior to performing the embryo transfer. For your convenience you can click on the appropriate AQHA.com link or APHA.com link to locate the necessary forms. For all other breeds, please contact your breed registry for their requirements.