Equine Reproduction Articles

At Peacock Equine Reproduction center we feel that education has a huge role in successful breeding operations. We have compilied some of our favorite reproduction related articles to help mare and stallion owners be as informed as possible when making breeding decisions.

Mare Specific | Stallion Specific | Other Breeding Articles

Mare Specific

Mares...Anatomy, A.I., and Troubleshooting

This is the first of a 4 part series on reproductive techniques and effective management. Read full article >>

Bridle Up - Mare Anatomy

Creating true genetic quality, both genotype and phenotype, is not a toss of the dice. History has shown us great and thoughtful horse breeders since the earliest written records. Read full article >>

Empty Mares - It's a draw!

The loss is no less devastating for the single mare breeder than the large production farm. While an empty year for the hobby enthusiast means a considerable expense, with not even a tax deduction, a 20% barren rate on a breeding farm is a business disaster. Read full article >>

Ultrasound? ...Ultra Practical!

Ultrasound, as a diagnostic tool in Equine management and health care, has become staple of our industry. Read full article >>

Artificial Insemination (AI) Fiction vs. Fact

The term, Artificial Insemination, or often referred to by it's initials "AI," has become a catch all phrase for most phases of reproduction not done by live cover.
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Stallion Specific

The Stallion

Today thanks to artificial insemination (A.I.), overnight delivery and cooled or frozen semen, we have broken the barriers of stallion selection with the exception of stud fees. However, having easy access to top quality stallions does not mean getting your mare in foal is easy or inexpensive. Read full article >>

Cryopreservation...Freezing Semen

Equine Cryopreservation is the process of collecting, processing, freezing and storing a stallion's genetic material. It is perhaps the most misunderstood and therefore backed away from technology in advanced equine reproduction. Read full article >>

Phantoms: Breeding Mount Education for Safety and Success

Breeding mounts, also known as phantoms or dummies, are an integral part of a modern breeding operation. They serve as a substitute for a live mare, when collecting semen in an artificial insemination program. Read full article >>

Other Breeding Articles

These articles pertain to both the stallion and mare.

Breeding Soundness Exams

A breeding soundness exam, or BSE, is a necessary and practical expense for both breeder or buyer. Read full article >>