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Continuing Education for Veterinarians

Advanced Equine Reproduction Training at ACN Ranch

Directed by Dr. Igor Canisso, DVM, MS, PhD, Dipl. ACT, Dipl. ECAR

ACN Ranch is a destination center for advanced continuing education in equine reproduction. Our programs are designed for veterinarians who want depth, rigor, and real-world application—not superficial overviews.

Courses are led by Dr. Igor Canisso, an internationally recognized specialist in equine reproduction, with extensive experience in academia, private practice, and elite breeding operations worldwide.

This is education built on science, clinical experience, and practical execution.

Our Educational Philosophy

We believe that excellent reproductive medicine requires:

  • Strong scientific foundations
  • Precise clinical execution
  • Structured decision-making
  • Mastery of technique
  • Understanding of behavior, management, and systems—not just physiology

Our courses are:

  • Advanced – not introductory
  • Practical – not theoretical only
  • Structured – not improvised
  • Unfiltered – real problems, real cases, real solutions

Course Formats

Intensive Hands-On Courses

Small-group, high-touch training with direct involvement in procedures, decisions, and problem-solving.

Focus areas include:

  • Stallion collection and semen processing
  • Dummy training and behavior management
  • Mare and stallion subfertility
  • Equine perinatology
  • Semen evaluation and troubleshooting
  • Cryopreservation protocols and cryobiology
  • Mare-side breeding management
  • Embryo transfer workflows

Advanced Didactic Courses

In-depth, clinically oriented lectures that go beyond what to do and focus on why and how.

Topics include:

  • Advanced stallion physiology and pathology
  • Mare fertility optimization
  • Endometrial pathology and uterine health
  • Ovarian dynamics and donor management
  • Applied reproductive endocrinology
  • Advanced semen technologies
  • IVF / ICSI principles and clinical integration

Custom & International Programs

We offer tailored programs for:

  • Private group training (clinics and institutions)
  • International courses hosted at ACN Ranch
  • On-site training at partner facilities worldwide
  • Collaborations with universities and professional organizations

Programs can be customized by experience level, specialty focus, and regional needs.

Core Topics

Stallion-Focused

  • Semen collection systems and behavior management
  • Dummy training and initiation protocols
  • Advanced semen evaluation
  • Cryopreservation strategies and troubleshooting
  • Libido management and performance optimization
  • Practical approaches to stallion subfertility

Mare-Focused

  • Cycle management and ovulation control
  • Problem mare diagnostics
  • Endometrial health and biopsy interpretation
  • Uterine clearance and inflammation management
  • Embryo donor management
  • Recipient mare selection and synchronization

Advanced Reproduction

  • Embryo transfer program design
  • IVF / ICSI case selection and coordination
  • Frozen and limited semen utilization strategies
  • Genetic preservation planning

Programs are designed for:

  • Equine practitioners with a focus on reproduction
  • Theriogenology residents and fellows
  • Breeding practice veterinarians
  • International clinicians seeking advanced exposure
  • Veterinarians managing subfertility and complex reproductive cases

If you are looking for surface-level CE, this is not the program.
If you are seeking mastery, this is.

About the Instructor

Dr. Igor Canisso

Dr. Canisso (DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, Dipl. ECAR) is board-certified by both the American College of Theriogenologists (ACT) and the European College of Animal Reproduction (ECAR).

Extensive experience in:

  • Private practice specializing in embryo transfer and semen freezing
  • Academic teaching and clinical service at major veterinary schools
  • Stud farm medicine and Warmblood breeding operations
  • International continuing education across multiple continents

He is known for:

  • Scientific rigor
  • Direct and honest teaching
  • Practical clinical focus
  • High standards and zero tolerance for sloppy medicine

The ACN Ranch Learning Environment

Training takes place within a real, high-performance reproductive program.

ACN Ranch provides:

  • A professional stallion station
  • Advanced reproductive laboratories
  • Live clinical cases
  • Hands-on work with animals—not simulations
  • Structured workflows and disciplined handling systems

This is not a classroom exercise. It is real medicine.

Host Your Team at ACN Ranch

We welcome:

  • Veterinary practice groups
  • University programs
  • International delegations
  • Specialist training cohorts
  • Custom programs available upon request.

Upcoming Courses

A rotating schedule including:

  • Stallion-focused intensives
  • Mare reproduction masterclasses
  • Subfertility problem-solving workshops
  • Embryo transfer and advanced reproduction programs
  • International specialty courses

Accreditation

Where applicable, courses may be eligible for:

  • RACE-approved CE (United States)
  • European CPD recognition
  • Institutional certification

Accreditation details are provided for each individual course.

Serious medicine deserves serious training.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the ACN Ranch CE Program?

The ACN Ranch Continuing Education Program is a series of advanced, hands-on and lecture-based courses designed for equine veterinarians seeking cutting-edge, clinically applicable education in equine reproduction and breeding management. Courses are hosted at ACN Ranch in Weatherford, Texas, a purpose-built stallion station and breeding education facility.

Who are these courses designed for?

Our courses are designed for:

  • Equine veterinarians
  • Theriogenology residents and specialists
  • Reproductive-focused practitioners
  • Veterinary faculty and clinical scientists
  • International veterinarians seeking U.S.-based advanced training

While some courses may be open to senior veterinary students or breeding professionals, most offerings are veterinarian-only to preserve clinical depth.

Who teaches the courses?

All courses are directed and taught by Dr. Igor Canisso, DVM, PhD, ACT, ECAR (Equine Reproduction), a board-certified specialist in equine reproduction with extensive experience in private practice, academia, and stud farm medicine in the U.S., Europe, and Brazil.

Guest speakers from leading international institutions may also participate in select programs.

What topics are covered?

Topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Advanced problem mare management
  • Embryo transfer in subfertile mares
  • Stallion fertility, semen collection, processing, and freezing
  • Breeding soundness exams (mares and stallions)
  • Training stallions for phantom/dummy collection
  • PBIE, immunology, and inflammatory uterine diseases
  • Translational research in equine reproduction
  • Clinical case-based problem solving
  • Regulatory aspects of semen and embryo export

Courses range from introductory to highly advanced, depending on the program.

Are the courses accredited for CE credit?

Yes. Most ACN Ranch courses are approved or submitted for CE credit through:

  • RACE (AAVSB)
  • State veterinary boards (where applicable)
  • International veterinary organizations

Participants receive a certificate of completion indicating CE hours earned.

Are the courses hands-on?

Yes. ACN Ranch courses emphasize practical, real-world application, including:

  • Live animal demonstrations
  • Ultrasound-guided procedures
  • Semen collection and evaluation
  • Laboratory work
  • Clinical case workshops

The balance between lecture and hands-on training varies by course.

Where are the courses held?

Courses are hosted at ACN Ranch LLC in Weatherford, Texas, a dedicated breeding and stallion station facility designed specifically for teaching, including:

  • Semen collection and processing lab
  • Phantom/dummy training area
  • Mare and stallion handling infrastructure
  • Climate-controlled lecture and lab spaces

How large are the classes?

Class sizes are intentionally kept small (typically 10–25 participants) to ensure:
• Direct instructor interaction
• Meaningful hands-on experience
• Personalized feedback and discussion

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Do you accept international participants?

Absolutely. ACN Ranch regularly welcomes veterinarians from:

  • Europe
  • South America
  • Middle East
  • Asia

Courses are taught in English, and assistance is available for visa invitation letters and logistics.

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

Most equipment is provided. Participants are encouraged to bring:

  • Personal ultrasound probes (if desired)
  • Lab coats or coveralls
  • Closed-toe footwear suitable for barn environments

Specific requirements are listed for each course.

Are there prerequisites?

Some advanced courses require prior experience in equine reproduction or completion of prerequisite modules. These will be clearly indicated in the course description.

How do I register?

Registration is available through the ACN Ranch website or by direct contact. Courses often fill quickly due to limited enrollment.

Early registration is strongly encouraged.

What is the cancellation policy?

Each course has its own cancellation policy, typically including:
  • Full refund within a defined early period
  • Partial refund or credit if canceled closer to the course date
  • No refunds for no-shows
Details are provided during registration.

Why choose ACN Ranch for CE?

ACN Ranch CE courses are distinguished by:

  • Instruction by a dual-board certified international expert
  • Deep clinical and translational focus
  • Real-world breeding center environment
  • Limited class size
  • Emphasis on practical, immediately applicable skills
  • Global perspective on equine reproduction