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  • Springtime breeding season

    The Horse Breeding Season

    When is the best time to breed your mare? Horse's experience an optimal "breeding season." Understanding why this is so will help you pick the best time to breed your mare

  • Breeding your horse - A roll of the dice.

    Before You Breed Your Horse - Considerations and Concerns

    There are good and bad reasons to breed your horse. EquiMed supports responsible breeding, but we hope to educate breeders to make wise decisions that will impact the life of the mare and its offspring throughout their lives.

  • Mare and foal in their stall.

    The Mares Reproductive Cycle

    A mare's natural reproductive cycle is explained in this article with references to the basic timing of the estrous cycle. Techniques of cycle manipulation also are presented giving the horse breeder options to change the natural cycle.

  • Two unwanted horses rescued by U.S. Humane Society

    The Responsible Horse Breeder

    What is a responsible horse breeder? This article thoughtfully addresses the topic in a non-judgemental and thought-provoking way. You owe it to yourself to recognize the importance of making a decision to breed your horse.

  • A pregnant mare exercising in pasture

    How to Prepare for Parturition

    Careful attention to the health of the mare should be a priority before breeding takes place, during the pregnancy, and following parturition. Good nutrition, adequate exercise, and attention to physical condition are important priorities.

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