I have been completing the last two subjects of my Equine Science Degree this semester, and one of the subjects related to Equine Assisted Reproductive Technologies.

Many of you may already know the breeding and physiology side of horses fascinates me.

I was surprised however to find out that there are specialists in the field of evaluating semen.  It seems to me such a niche market!  But then again, this is what this blog is about – discovering horse related careers, no matter how unusual!

Assessing the health of semen is important – particularly in the artificial insemination industry, but even in the thoroughbred industry if things are going wrong with breeding.  As such, there are people who are experts in this field.  If this area fascinates you, why not consider a career in sperm morphology or andrology?  It may be worth looking into!

This is important anywhere where horses are bred.  In fact, I just discovered an equine andrology course that was held in Brazil!

“A good resolution is like an old horse, which is often saddled but rarely ridden.” – Mexican Proverb

I got this email through university and have checked with Brooke and she is happy for me to share it here:

Interested in getting into journalism?  I am looking for a few volunteers to possibly help me with some contributions to my magazines (I am looking at possibly expanding and so not doing it all myself). I am happy to help them out with tips and advice, I have over ten years experience in equine journalism. If you think anybody may be interested please feel free to pass on my contact details,
kind regards,
Brooke

Brooke Purcell
Owner/Editor Pony Magazine Australia
Freelance Journalist specialising in equine
bpurcellequine@hotmail.com

So!  If you love to write and would be interested in gaining experience in journalism about horses, why not get in touch with Brooke?

I was assessing a student late last week and discussing their plans for after VCE and the completion of an agricultural course. This particular student indicated that they were hoping to get into Veterinary Bioscience.

I am aware of Veterinary Science as a study choice, but not Bioscience. This student indicated that they were keen to get into the area of quarantine and such a degree would help them do that.

In fact, looking at the course at La Trobe University in Australia, it indicates that graduates can find work in:

• the Department of Environment and Primary Industries
• the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
• and animal welfare organisations like the RSPCA

Although each of these areas aren’t solely horse focused, they do play a great role in helping to educate horse owners, keep horse properties safe with regards to susceptible and notifiable diseases; manage horses coming into and going out of the country and set standards for the welfare of horses under human care.

If you have an interest in any of these areas, perhaps such a degree is worth looking into.

“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit and freedom.” – Sharon Ralls Lemon

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