Breeding horses today often involves the use of artificial insemination (AI) with fresh, cooled, or frozen semen (except for Thoroughbreds). But whether you are using AI or live cover, the main goal is to get a viable sperm to fertilize a mature, healthy ovum (also known as an oocyte or egg). Therefore, it is important to evaluate and understand the sperm-producing capabilities of a stallion

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