Breeding Planning
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Responsible, Purposeful Horse Breeding
Is Your Broodmare a Candidate for a Foal-Heat Pregnancy?
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Feb 19, 2021
Five clues she’s not ready to breed on the first heat after foaling, along with principles to follow if she is.
Read MoreMare Gestation Calculator
by The Horse Staff | Oct 16, 2020
Are you wondering when your pregnant mare will foal? Use our Mare Gestation Calculator to estimate her foaling date!
Read MoreBreeding Older Mares
by Maureen Blaney Flietner | Sep 19, 2020
Are you thinking about breeding an older mare next spring? Remember there are still steps—some simple, some cutting-edge—breeders can take to obtain a foal from mares with waning fertility.
Read MoreMinimizing Foal Stress Levels in the Breeding Shed
by Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB | Jul 16, 2020
What would be the best plan for handling a foal whose dam is being covered by a stallion?
Read MoreDo Recipient Mares Pass Traits to Foals?
by Katrin Hinrichs, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT | Jun 13, 2020
One researcher describes what we know about the receiving mare’s effect on the foal in embryo transfer scenarios.
Read MoreHow to Predict Foaling
by Heather Smith Thomas | May 12, 2020
When will your mare foal? Learn the signs of impending foaling and what prognostic tools can help.
Read MoreSmall-Scale Success: Responsible Boutique Horse Breeders
by Katie Navarra | Nov 15, 2019
Owners and veterinarians involved with two small-scale horse breeding operations share their secrets to success.
Read MoreAt What Age Does a Stallion’s Fertility Peak?
by Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT | Jan 21, 2019
Age can affect a stallion’s fertility and his ability to settle mares. Reproduction specialist Dr. Ryan Ferris explains.
Read MoreGet Ready for Equine Breeding Season!
by Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT | Jan 18, 2019
Get your questions answered about breeding mares and stallions and producing top-quality, healthy foals during our live Q&A. We cover everything from selecting the right parents to gestational care to ensuring your foal’s safe delivery.
Read MoreWhat Does a First-Time Horse Breeder Need to Know?
by Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT | Jan 17, 2019
Equine reproduction specialist Dr. Ryan Ferris explains basics new horse breeders need to know, including mare estrus cycles and selecting fresh vs. frozen semen.
Read MoreBefore You Breed Your Horse: Costs and Considerations
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Nov 16, 2018
Ensure your decision to breed is the right one and that you’re prepared to handle the costs and commitments involved.
Read MoreInbreeding in Thoroughbreds: Positives and Negatives
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Aug 31, 2018
Selective breeding has led to a Thoroughbred uniquely adapted to modern racing’s demands. But it’s also led to inbreeding, and with that has come some less favorable genetic issues.
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