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Horse Breeding
Breeding horses is the root of the horse industry, be it racing, show jumping, or just for the purpose of seeing the miracle of birth from the mare[s] that you own. Knowing how to breed horses and foal out mares, among other things that are involved in the topic of horse reproduction is important and can be asked and answered here.
858 Questions
Do all frame overo horses carry one lethal gene?
No, not all frame overo horses carry a lethal gene. However, frame overo horses can carry a genetic defect known as Lethal White Overo Syndrome, which is caused by a mutation in the EDNRB gene. Horses that inherit two copies of this mutated gene typically die shortly after birth due to severe digestive tract abnormalities.
How long till a foal stands up after birth?
A foal typically stands within 1-2 hours after birth, but it can vary depending on the individual foal and circumstances. It's important for the foal to stand and nurse soon after birth to receive vital colostrum from the mare.
What age can you breed a horse?
Horses can start breeding as early as 12-18 months old, but it is recommended to wait until they are at least 3 years old to ensure they are physically and mentally mature enough to handle the demands of breeding. Breeding too early can result in health risks for both the mare and foal.
Can a mare conceive after only 3 days of breeding to stud?
Mares can conceive after breeding, but the exact timing can vary. Generally, the optimal time for breeding is when the mare is in estrus and ovulating, which can be determined through various methods like ultrasound or hormonal assays. However, conception can be possible if breeding occurs around the time of ovulation.
Can heat damage breyer horses?
Yes, heat can cause "bloating" in plastic model horses. As the horse heats up, so does the air inside, causing it to expand. The small hole sometimes found near the mouth is an attempt to avoid bloating by allowing the air to escape in the case of expansion.
Is it safe to vaccinate a mare while pregnant?
3 per Horse.
Pregnant mares should have a full set of vaccinations when they are bred. They then receive Pneumabort K vaccinations at 3, 5, 7, and 9 months, and a month before delivery they should receive their full set of booster shots. Additional vaccinations may be necessary, including additional boosters of West Nile, strangles and other needed vaccines for the area.
Is there a medicine to stimulate lactation in mares?
Yes, there are medications available to stimulate lactation in mares. Dopamine antagonists such as domperidone are commonly used to increase prolactin levels, which can help stimulate milk production in nursing mares. These medications should only be used under the guidance and prescription of a veterinarian.
What is the most heat tolerant species of horse?
Probobally the Arabian because they were originally bred to endure hot and sandy deserts. But if you are a beginner horseman or (woman), the Arabian would be a little too high spirited for you. Then I recomend the all-around Quarter Horse.
When the horse is about to have birth?
frequent standing and sitting, broken water...you'll be able to tell...trust me!! waxing is the most reliable id say. waxing is when there is white film coming out for their teets. birth is a few hours-a day away. some horses wax a few days before birth but some dont wax at all. the majority do. talk to your vet about how to tell.
Sweating excessively, lipping food, but not eating it, not drinking as much as normal, etc.
Can you worm a pregnant horse?
Most definatly, but you must use worm tablets prescribed by a vet, not with over the counter medication. Supermarket types may cause early onset of labour, and are usually not effective. Products from your vet will be suitable and it is very important to get the mother wormed so she can raise healthy babies.
Are there any signs before a mare gives birth to a foal?
yes there are in fact! xD when a mare is close to giving birth, she may pace around her stall, look at her side, look as if shes in pain, lay down and get up, and just like humans her water will break so if you see a wet patch youll know your close.
Bred a sorrel and white mare to a black and white stud?
The type of white pattern is not mentioned here...for the sake of simplicity I will assume that the stallion and mare are Tobiano for the first example.
Stallion aaE-Toto or aaE-ToTo
Mare --eeToto or --eeToTo (genetics of mare at agouti site is unknown and may
be determined to some degree by looking at the colors of the parents and grand parents.
If either the stallion or the mare is ToTo (homozygous for tobiano) 100% of the foals will be Tobiano and 50% of the foals from this mating will be homozygous for Tobiano.
If the Stallion is Ee at the extension site 50% of the foals will be chestnut.
If the Stallion is EE at the extension site there will be no chestnut foals.
The genetics of the mare at the agouti site will determine the color of any foals that are Ee or EE at the extension site.
Since the stallion is black: aa he can only pass the a allele to his offspring.
If the mare carries the a allele, 50% of the foals will be black.
What are the colors you use to color a Chestnut?
To color a chestnut, you would typically use shades of brown, ranging from light tan to deep mahogany. Additional colors like black or dark brown can also be used for shading to give depth and dimension to the color.
It all depends on what kind of breeding you are doing and what type of stallion your breeding to and also your mare. some stallions are very well behaved and gentle but others can get a little aggressive and excited. Mares can also act up with squeeling and kicking.
Does the milk vein start popping out on a mare when getting ready to foal?
No, the milk vein (mammary development) in a mare typically begins to fill out and develop in the weeks leading up to foaling, but it may not visibly protrude until close to foaling or after the birth of the foal. This development is a normal part of the mare's preparation for nursing the foal. It is not a reliable indicator of imminent foaling on its own.
Depends on what breed of goat she is and if you milk her or not. If she is a dairy goat and you milk her then she could lactate until she kids again.
If she is a non-dairy breed normally for 14 weeks or until the kids are weaned.
What are friesian horses bred for?
Friesian horses have a fine but long-ish head with short ears. arched neck, long flowing, thick mane (curly unless attended to) and tail, powerful shoulders and sloping hindquarters. short but strong legs with feather. strong and compact body, hard feet (always blue horn).
Why does a stallion's penis flare during mating?
A stallion's penis flares during mating to help stimulate the mare's reproductive tract and encourage the release of hormones needed for successful breeding. The flaring of the penis also aids in maintaining proper alignment during copulation.
Can a stallion pass out while breeding?
Not really but some male animals take a rather PERSONAL role in nurturing their young that may seem like they are giving birth. Some are
sea horses
pipe fish
mid-wife toad.
water beetle
Can a preg horse feel foal fetus movement?
Depending on how far along the mare is...check between her hips and the where you would place your stirrup, that's where you should start to see her getting bigger.When the foal moves you can also see the movement in the same area (mare needs to be pretty far along). Also you can try using your hands....you cannot hurt her or the foal..just put one hand in front of her hip, reach under her belly and put your other hand in the same spot on the opposite side...push your hands towards one another...if she is pretty far along you should be able to feel the foal, especially if it is moving.
How do you know your mare is in heat?
1) If she is a little moodier than usual.
2) If she is "wanting" your geldings or stallions (pushing against them)
3) If she is peeing a little bit but multiple times in a short period of time.
4) try breeding her with a stallion and if she kicks him, she isn't in heat, mares that aren't in season don't allow stallions to breed them!
Hope I answered your question!
How would you know if the horse is pregnant?
Another way that you can tell if a mare is pregnant is to look at her teats (udders, milk-sack, whatever you want to call it). If you feel colostrum or "milk", then you can know that she is very well pregnant. Colostrum is like milk, except its not. The mare's body is trying to produce milk, but it doesn't quite know how. I guess that is one way to describe it. Ask she gets closer to foaling (giving birth), it will actually start to feel and look like milk. This way of telling if she is really pregnant only works if the mare is OK with you touching her teats. Because some mares aren't. If she doesn't want you touching her teats, chances are that you are going to be bottle-feeding her foal. She probably won't want her foal nursing if she isn't OK with you handling her teats. The best way to be sure that your mare is pregnant, is to simply visit your vet. Hope this helps!
Also, a mare's stomach can sag, making it look like the mare is fat.
and easier way to tell if your mare is pregnant, before she starts to show, annd if she isn't the most sociable of beings, is to go down to the chemist get yourself a home pregnancy test( for humans). observe her to catch some of her urine, and perform the test. the hcg in human and horses is the same, so the test shall read positive if indeed she is pregnant.
What is hand breeding for horses?
Hand breeding for horses involves physically bringing a mare to a stallion for mating, rather than allowing them to breed naturally in a pasture. This method allows for more control over the breeding process and can be common in horse breeding programs to ensure successful matings and pregnancy rates. Additionally, hand breeding can help match specific stallions and mares based on desired traits and genetics.
