The equine reproductive system represents a remarkably sophisticated interplay of endocrine processes that regulate cyclicity, conception, gestation and parturition in mares. Steroid hormones, ...

The reproductive physiology of equines encompasses a complex interplay of endocrine signals, ovarian dynamics and environmental influences that govern fertility in both mares and jennies. Central to ...

Estrous cycles and certain disease processes can affect mares' reproductive hormones; fortunately, veterinarians have ways to quell resulting behaviors. Many owners stand by the statement that there's ...

Horse breeding is a business full of rewards and disappointments. Breeders eagerly await the birth of a healthy foal, but they also understand the risk of abortion or of a mare not conceiving. To ...

Regu-Mate, a synthetic progestin (altrenogest), is widely used in equine medicine to manage reproductive cycles in mares. It helps control estrus and is particularly useful for performance mares, ...

Modern reproductive methods may offer a better chance of breeding success, but what do the abbreviations mean – and which is right for your mare? Dr Charles Cooke MRCVS explains Breeding has always ...