There could be multiple causes but breeding season stress coupled with cooling too quickly can cause issues. I'd honestly pull anyone who was having issues for the season. As for the drugs. You should see a vet. It's just the way it is. Again there is a reason for the Ris and something needs to be tweaked so you dont Have these issues. I second the vet doing a culture. It's just part of the process.
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