Recent News for Breeding Basics
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Fescue Grass Toxicity in Broodmares
May 19, 2013
During the breeding and foaling season, lush fescue pastures could create problems for pregnant mares.... Read More
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TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2
May 19, 2013
Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more.... Read More
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Equine Guelph to Offer Equine Genetics Course
May 17, 2013
Equine Guelph will offer a 12-week equine genetics course in the fall of 2013. ... Read More
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Recipient Mare Traits Passing On to Foals
May 07, 2013
Is there any proof or research available about the receiving mare's effect on the foal?... Read More
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Weather, Economy Cause Tough Times for English Horse Owners
May 06, 2013
A combination of inclement weather and a suffering economy are creating tough times for English horse owners.... Read More
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BLM Researching Wild Mare Spayings
May 03, 2013
The BLM is studying the spaying of fertile wild mares in order to control wild horse population growth.... Read More
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Prolonged Gestation: Is Fescue Toxicosis a Possibility?
April 30, 2013
My mare was bred more than 390 days ago and still has not foaled. Is it possible she has grass poisoning?... Read More
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Researchers Study European Sport Horses' Paternal Lines
April 30, 2013
Researchers are studying multiple parts of the Y chromosome to determine how modern sport horses came to be.... Read More
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Common Mare Problems During and After Foaling (AAEP 2012)
April 18, 2013
Common foaling problems include red bag delivery, difficult birth, and retained fetal membranes.... Read More
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Horse Gaitedness: It's in the Genes
April 17, 2013
Swedish researchers discovered that genetic makeup affects locomotion patterns in horses.... Read More
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Subfertile Mares Need Conscientious Monitoring (AAEP 2012)
April 06, 2013
One researcher describes how practitioners can monitor pregnant mares to minimize reproductive losses.... Read More
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Equine Coat Color Genetics 101
April 05, 2013
What's behind a horse's coat color? The answer lies in coat color genetics.... Read More
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Researchers Study Early Postpartum Breeding in Horses
April 01, 2013
Researchers evaluated the impact of postpartum breeding date on pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and foaling rates.... Read More
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Gluck Research Foundation Releases Fourth Research Report
March 28, 2013
The University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Foundation published its 2012 Research Report in March. ... Read More
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Five Factors that Impact Gestation, Foaling (AAEP 2012)
February 19, 2013
One veterinarian describes five factors that can negatively impact pregnancy and how to respond to them.... Read More
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Rachel Alexandra Goes for Short Walk
February 18, 2013
While still in serious condition, she was able to go for a short walk and able to eat a small amount of grass.... Read More
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Rachel Alexandra Remains in Serious Condition
February 14, 2013
Rachel Alexandra remains in serious condition Feb. 14 after undergoing surgery yesterday. ... Read More
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Contraceptive Vaccine for Wild Horses, Burros Gains EPA Registration
February 14, 2013
The equine immunocontraceptive vaccine has been approved for use in adult female wild horses and burros.... Read More
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Rachel Alexandra Has Post-Foaling Surgery
February 14, 2013
Rachel Alexandra is in serious condition after undergoing surgery Feb. 13, according to owner Barbara Banke.... Read More
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Eastern Tent Caterpillar Outlook for Spring 2013
February 13, 2013
Experts report that the eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch will likely begin in mid-March in Central Kentucky.... Read More
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Study: Condition the Genes and the Horse for Competition
February 11, 2013
Researchers suggest horse genes need to prepare for high performance-associated stress.... Read More
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Responsible Horse Breeders Council Formed
January 21, 2013
Council members will work to discourage overbreeding and to promote responsible horse ownership.... Read More
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Detailed Instructions to Mate Mares Postpartum (AAEP 2012)
January 14, 2013
Several important factors must be considered before deciding whether to breed a mare on a foal heat.... Read More
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Video on Foaling Thoroughbreds wins Eclipse Award
December 28, 2012
The video is entitled "Zenyatta: Wait for First Foal Combines Science, Art, and Anticipation."... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
