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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.

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How many months for a horse to give birth?

Spring: gestation is about 11 months, and the estrous cycle normally occurs in the spring and summer, to prevent mares from foaling in harsh winters.

However, a mare can actually give birth at any time of the year. Spring happens to be the most ideal--not to mention popular--time of year that they would give birth in.

My horse is pregnant but shes starting to bulk up and look pregnant after 2 and a half months does this mean shecould be having twins?

It is possible for a horse to carry twins, but the best way to confirm this is through an ultrasound examination conducted by a veterinarian. Other factors, such as her diet and overall health, could influence her appearance during pregnancy. It's crucial to consult with a vet for proper care and monitoring during this time.

How long are miniature horses pregnant for?

The same length of time as other full sized horse and pony breeds, around 11 months.

How much sperm does a horse produce?

A typical stallion will have an output of 25 to 100 ml of sperm per day, that's roughly a few tablespoons full of semen daily. However many horses will go over or under this amount according to health, age, and how often they are breeding.There are old stories that stallions produce 'gallons' of semen, this is simply false.

How much does it cost for your mare to have birth on howrsecom?

On Howrse.com, there is no specific cost for a mare to give birth. Breeding on the game is a virtual process that does not involve real money transactions. Players earn in-game currency by participating in activities on the platform to care for their horses and breed them.

Why do mares kick in season or when in heat?

Mares may kick when in season or in heat due to hormonal fluctuations that can make them more irritable and sensitive. These behaviors can be a way for them to express discomfort or frustration, or to establish boundaries with other horses. It is important to be cautious and aware of a mare's behavior when she is in heat to avoid getting kicked.

Is Agouti responsible for making a chestnut a palomino?

No, Agouti is responsible for making a black horse into a bay, it affects the spread of black pigment. The gene responsible for making a chestnut into a palomino is the Cream gene, one copy of cream on a red / chestnut horse will create a palomino, two copies will create a cremello.

How long is a pony or miniature horse pregnant?

A pony or miniature horse is pregnant for about 11 months, or around 320-345 days.

Do a horse give birth to live young?

Yes, horses give birth to live young. Baby horses, called foals, are typically born after a gestation period of about 11 months.

What is the estrous cycle for horses?

In late spring and summer, an adult mare comes into heat about every three weeks. If she does not have access to a stallion or mates but does not conceive, she will come back into heat again in another three weeks. She comes into heat less frequently during the rest of the year.

What is an intact female horse not produceing milk called?

Maiden mare: never been bred

Open mare: had a foal but not bred back to a stallion

Barren mare: bred or bred back to a stallion but not in foal

Foaling usualy takes sevral hours true or false?

Usually, true. It depends on the mare. Some mares will "hold" their foals until they feel comfortable/secure enough to drop. Our mares have usually always foaled in the middle of the night. I've written an article on this: This is the link: http://www.ehow.com/how_4526561_prepare-mare-foaling.html (mysassy) Exuse me :) I know that it also depends on how many foals the mare has had because a maiden mare will take longer than a mare who has had more than 2 foals.

What are the chances of a gelding still having a testicle?

A testicle may not have descended properly in a small percentage of cases, around 1-8%, leading to what is known as a retained testicle in a gelding. It is important to consult a veterinarian for proper examination and treatment if needed.

Can a chestnut mare breed to a buckskin stallion produce a buckskin foal?

Yes, it is possible for a chestnut mare bred to a buckskin stallion to produce a buckskin foal. The genetics of the mare and stallion can combine in a way that results in a foal with the buckskin coat color, which is determined by the presence of the cream gene.

How many days in a horse's pregnancy?

A horse's pregnancy typically lasts around 11 months, or roughly 340 days on average.

My horse is 6 months pregnant and she is bleeding need to know what to do?

Call a large animal vet immediately.

This could be a sign of almost anything - gestational pyometritis, a miscarriage, trauma. Any of these conditions could be fatal. You need to call the vet immediately. It doesn't matter if it's his off day. Ring NOW.

Bleeding could be as simple as a varicosed vein that has ruptured in the vagina due to pressure...but, of course a call to the vet is very well worth it to insure the best possible outcome for your mare.

How long do to you wait after breeding a horse before you take it to the vet to check if she pregnant?

http://www.horsetalk.co.nz/breeding/tha-repropatt.shtml This site might help but below is some info: Some mares will come into season on the third or fourth day after foaling and, if served, some will definitely go in foal. However, it has now been proven that a larger number of these lose their foals during their pregnancy, often as early as 20 - 30 days after conception. This is because the uterus has not had time to recover from the previous foaling properly before the fertilised egg arrives back in the uterus for the commencement of the next pregnancy. Also, early 3 - 5 day post-foaling service can introduce bacteria, which multiply and result in infection of the uterus. This presents difficulty in getting the mare in foal later in the season, or it may cause the death of the developing foal, giving rise to an early abortion. The whole idea is to get your mare into the best possible state so that she can breed without troubles. Therefore, it is wise to reduce all those trouble spots before they become serious.

Your pregnant horse has a white discharge is she close to delivery?

A white discharge in a pregnant horse could indicate that she is nearing labor. It is important to monitor her closely for other signs of labor, such as restlessness, pacing, and looking at her belly. Contact your veterinarian for guidance on how to proceed.

How many weeks is a horse pregnant for?

A horse is pregnant for approximately 11 months, or about 340 days. This is equivalent to around 42 weeks of pregnancy.

What color foal do you get when you breed a chestnut horse and a palomino horse?

You could get either a palomino or a chestnut. Since a palomino is a diluted chestnut, and a chestnut has no dilution genes, it will balance out the foal's genes so that it could be either color! Good Luck!

When will your mares milk bags start producing?

This can vary in breeds. It can be a week before the birth, just after the milk bag waxes. It can be the day of the birth. Milk is produced about 24 to48 hours after birth. The milk bag will produce colostrum first. This is vital to the foal. It contains antibodies the foal needs for fighting off diseases.

40 weeks pregnant no signs of labor?

This is anywhere from a month to three months before the foal's due date.

So no reason to see any signs of labor. 44.25 weeks would be around 310 days

which is considered the lowest gestational age for the foal to be mature enough that

it won't require additional intervention to insure viability.

Can horses give birth to twins?

Yes, horses can give birth to twins, although it is rare. Twins can occur when the mare releases multiple eggs during ovulation, which are then fertilized by separate sperm. Twin pregnancies in horses can be risky due to complications such as developmental abnormalities and pregnancy loss.

Can a chestnut Arabian mare bred to a black Arabian stallion produce a grey foal?

Yes, it is possible for a chestnut Arabian mare bred to a black Arabian stallion to produce a grey foal. If either the mare or stallion carry the gene for greying, there is a chance that the foal may inherit this gene and develop a grey coat color as it matures.