Horse Breeding

Newborn Foal Care
What to do once your foal is on the ground.

Hormones and Horse Behavior
What is the truth about stallion-like behavior? Is it those things we love best about horses, or is it something vicious and unpredictable that should be checked by gelding the horse?

The Bond Between Mare and Foal
There is nothing on earth quite so wondrous as the miracle of birth. How awe-inspiring and somehow humbling it is to be present as a new life makes its way into the world.

The Birds and the Bees, the Stallions and the Mares
The first months of spring mark the beginning of an important time in your horse's life—the start of the breeding season.

Breeding Contracts
A breeding contract spelling out all the details of the arrangement between mare and stallion owner is essential.

Foaling Checklist
Awaiting a foal this spring? Make sure you’re prepared with everything you need to know, complete with a printable checklist.

Breeding season can lead to gastric ulcers

Feeding Broodmares and Foals
Making sure your foal gets all the nutrients he needs right from the start will help ensure he reaches his full potential as an adult.

Milk Alternatives for Foals
A mare's failure to produce milk can be devastating, but alternatives are available to help your newborn thrive.

Babies and Rabies