Postpartum mares will have a "foal heat" 7 to 14 days following foaling, and a second cycle approximately 30 days...
Reproduction and Breeding Articles
Stallion Anatomy Exam
External Reproductive Organs Penis and Prepuce The stallion’s penis consists of 3 parts: (1) the root or bulb, (2)...
Twinning in Mares
Twinning in mares is very undesirable because of low survival rates, usually very weak foals, and numerous...
Broodmares and Fescue Pasture
Broodmares that graze endophyte-infected fescue pasture have potential foaling, lactation and re-breeding problems....
Developing a Horse Breeding Program
The goal of every horse breeder is to produce genetically superior horses. Because there are so many environmental...
Management of the Newborn and Growing Foal
Detailed planning and good management practices in a horse breeding program often result in a healthy foal. It is...
Horse Breeding Basics
A healthy stallion is necessary to have a successful horse breeding program. Having a working knowledge of stallion...
Horse Foaling Management Guidelines
A healthy foal is often the result of intense foaling management and preparation. Both the mare and foal have their...
Broodmare Management in Fall
Fall management of broodmares is far more critical than some breeders realize and can directly impact foaling and...