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How to Predict Foaling

Heather Smith Thomas January 17, 2025

When will your mare foal? Learn the signs of impending foaling and what prognostic tools can help.

Breeding Older Mares

Maureen Blaney Flietner December 14, 2023

Are you thinking about breeding an older mare? There are steps—some simple, some cutting-edge—breeders can take to obtain foals from mares with waning fertility.

Before You Breed Your Horse: Costs and Considerations

Alexandra Beckstett January 11, 2023

Ensure your decision to breed is the right one and that you’re prepared to handle the costs and commitments involved.

At What Age Does a Stallion’s Fertility Peak?

Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT March 8, 2022

Age can affect a stallion’s fertility and his ability to settle mares. Reproduction specialist Dr. Ryan Ferris explains.

Mare Gestation Calculator

The Horse Staff March 19, 2021

Are you wondering when your pregnant mare will foal? Use our Mare Gestation Calculator to estimate her foaling date!

Is Your Broodmare a Candidate for a Foal-Heat Pregnancy?

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA February 19, 2021

Five clues she’s not ready to breed on the first heat after foaling, along with principles to follow if she is.

Minimizing Foal Stress Levels in the Breeding Shed

Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB July 16, 2020

What would be the best plan for handling a foal whose dam is being covered by a stallion?

do Recipient Mares Pass Traits on to Foals

Do Recipient Mares Pass Traits to Foals?

Katrin Hinrichs, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT June 13, 2020

One researcher describes what we know about the receiving mare’s effect on the foal in embryo transfer scenarios.

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Small-Scale Success: Responsible Boutique Horse Breeders

Katie Navarra November 15, 2019

Owners and veterinarians involved with two small-scale horse breeding operations share their secrets to success.

Get Ready for Equine Breeding Season!

Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT January 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.

Freezing Equine Embryos is Getting More Practical

What Does a First-Time Horse Breeder Need to Know?

Ryan Ferris, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT January 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.

Inbreeding in Thoroughbreds: Positives and Negatives

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA August 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.

It’s All in the Genes: Horse Traits and Heritability

Nancy S. Loving, DVM June 12, 2018

Scientists are continuing to uncover which genes are responsible for certain traits in horses.

Understanding Equine Genetic Diseases

The Horse Staff August 10, 2017

Research is offering more insight into inherited diseases and conditions in our horses. Learn more about HYPP, PSSM, overo lethal white syndrome, lavender foal syndrome, HERDA, SCID, and more.