Preparing the Mare for Breeding Season
Haylie Pfeffer
March 6, 2026
When it comes to breeding success in mares, all timing matters, not just ovulation.
When it comes to breeding success in mares, all timing matters, not just ovulation.
Dr. Jena Ward describes how veterinarians determine if a mare is fit for breeding.
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.
Are you planning to breed your mare? Taking a systematic, step-by-step approach to managing each mare, in partnership with your veterinary team, can help cultivate success.
Both the stallion and mare must be in good health and fertility before you even attempt to produce a foal.
Owners and veterinarians involved with two small-scale horse breeding operations share their secrets to success.
Learn about equine oviduct anatomy and function and the role oviduct pathology on fertility from of Maria R. Schnobrich, VMD, Dipl. ACT, of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital’s LeBlanc Reproduction Center.
Have a vet ensure your foal is developing well and your mare is ready for her next mating at her foal heat.
Breeding a mare is exciting and not without challenges. Learn about stallion selection, breeding soundness, and more!
Hysteroscopy involves running a flexible endoscope through the uterus to check for abnormalities.
Learn about the special challenges related to breeding sport horse mares and stallions in our Vet On Demand companion!
Equine reproduction specialist Dr. Etta Bradecamp overviews obstacles related to breeding performance mares and stallions.
Infertile mare? Deceased stallion? No problem! Equine reproduction is now high-tech enough to overcome these hurdles.
Pregnancy failure in mares is a very real risk; here’s how to prevent or handle it.
Male horses require routine sheath cleaning to prevent pain, discomfort, or even infection.
Keep a close watch on mares at risk for not carrying a foal to term.
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