Comments on: Tips For Breeding For a Great Foal http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/ The Complete Source for All Things Horse Sat, 31 Jul 2010 14:42:49 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: rachel http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-6477 rachel Sat, 01 May 2010 18:33:23 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-6477 hi. I have an old Standardbred mare. She's old (but I'm not sure how old..) and never was bred before..that I know of..but I was wondering if I should try to breed her though..should I? Thanks. :) --Rachel. hi. I have an old Standardbred mare. She’s old (but I’m not sure how old..) and never was bred before..that I know of..but I was wondering if I should try to breed her though..should I?
Thanks. :)
–Rachel.

]]> By: Sheila http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-5247 Sheila Sun, 27 Dec 2009 21:52:53 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-5247 Stephanie, does your mare have any particularly strong bloodlines (I see that you mentioned she is 96% foundation... We have a foundation stallion and I am always interested in those lines :))? Even though she's not finished maturing, how is she now in regards to disposition / willingness / demeanor etc? And build? Sheila Stephanie, does your mare have any particularly strong bloodlines (I see that you mentioned she is 96% foundation… We have a foundation stallion and I am always interested in those lines :) )?

Even though she’s not finished maturing, how is she now in regards to disposition / willingness / demeanor etc? And build?
Sheila

]]> By: Amber http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-4509 Amber Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:42:55 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-4509 Emily I would definately think about just buying a foal. You are never guaranteeded on conformation with a cross. Emily I would definately think about just buying a foal. You are never guaranteeded on conformation with a cross.

]]> By: Emily http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-4301 Emily Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:07:02 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-4301 Oh! I should clarify, I prefer Baroque Friesians, I like the draft and draft-like horses. Thanks for the help. Oh! I should clarify, I prefer Baroque Friesians, I like the draft and draft-like horses. Thanks for the help.

]]> By: Emily http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-4300 Emily Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:01:42 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-4300 I want to breed my Belgian/QH cross mare in the future, not in any hurry. She's 7 this year and was a PMU mare for the first 4 years of her life. All her babies were sent to slaughter until she stopped going into heat and was sent to the kill pen herself where she was rescued. She loves to take care of people and babysit other children, human and animal alike. I want a foal from her to raise into a nice all-around horse, possibly hunter/jumper. She's only slightly over 16hh and I like that height, both getting on and off her back, grooming and while I'm leading her from place to place. I really like the build of Gypsy Vanners, but I also like the build and high stepping of Friesians. However, since she's already a cross (with excellent temperament and conformation by the way) I wouldn't want to create chaos in the build, conformation and temperament of the foal. I think she'd have beautiful babies, both physically and emotionally, but I don't want to ruin the life of any of them by being rash and stupid about this decision. I've read the article on choosing the perfect stallion, but that doesn't help when it comes to crossing a cross. Any suggestions? Should I just buy a foal instead of breeding? I'm in dire need of advice. I want to breed my Belgian/QH cross mare in the future, not in any hurry. She’s 7 this year and was a PMU mare for the first 4 years of her life. All her babies were sent to slaughter until she stopped going into heat and was sent to the kill pen herself where she was rescued. She loves to take care of people and babysit other children, human and animal alike. I want a foal from her to raise into a nice all-around horse, possibly hunter/jumper. She’s only slightly over 16hh and I like that height, both getting on and off her back, grooming and while I’m leading her from place to place. I really like the build of Gypsy Vanners, but I also like the build and high stepping of Friesians. However, since she’s already a cross (with excellent temperament and conformation by the way) I wouldn’t want to create chaos in the build, conformation and temperament of the foal. I think she’d have beautiful babies, both physically and emotionally, but I don’t want to ruin the life of any of them by being rash and stupid about this decision. I’ve read the article on choosing the perfect stallion, but that doesn’t help when it comes to crossing a cross. Any suggestions? Should I just buy a foal instead of breeding? I’m in dire need of advice.

]]> By: Alex http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-3854 Alex Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:23:29 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-3854 I am thinking about breeding my australian stock horse mare/filly in a few years time. I am only fourteen and am going to do it the natural way for her. But what I was wanting to know was that is that (i have never experienced breeding before. and am guessing that it is a serious buisness with not only having a foal but what would happen in the future if i decided to sell it) But I really need to no a few good sites on everything to now like breeding, vet, fee's the works, so I can study and prepare for the future. I really think I can get alot out of my girl. She is only four and is extremely quiet! She has quite good blodlines and is starting to show some great ability. Any idea's? Thanks I am thinking about breeding my australian stock horse mare/filly in a few years time. I am only fourteen and am going to do it the natural way for her. But what I was wanting to know was that is that (i have never experienced breeding before. and am guessing that it is a serious buisness with not only having a foal but what would happen in the future if i decided to sell it) But I really need to no a few good sites on everything to now like breeding, vet, fee’s the works, so I can study and prepare for the future. I really think I can get alot out of my girl. She is only four and is extremely quiet! She has quite good blodlines and is starting to show some great ability. Any idea’s? Thanks

]]> By: Stephanie http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-3423 Stephanie Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:24:32 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-3423 Thank you, I read the article and agree 100%. If I do decide to breed my mare it will be after she is five and I have ridden her more and to correct my earlier statement she turned three in May. I really like the way my mare looks already but want to evaluate her more after she is fully matured. I don't want to make this decision half heartedly as I know how the market is. I feel I have plenty of time and I am not looking to rush so hopefully I can find the "perfect" Stallion for my mare if I can not i just will not breed her. I definatley appreciate any advise on the matter. Thank you, I read the article and agree 100%. If I do decide to breed my mare it will be after she is five and I have ridden her more and to correct my earlier statement she turned three in May. I really like the way my mare looks already but want to evaluate her more after she is fully matured. I don’t want to make this decision half heartedly as I know how the market is. I feel I have plenty of time and I am not looking to rush so hopefully I can find the “perfect” Stallion for my mare if I can not i just will not breed her. I definatley appreciate any advise on the matter.

]]> By: Jody http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-3421 Jody Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:27:52 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-3421 Hi, Stephanie. Be sure to read "Finding Mr. Right" http://americashorsedaily.com/finding-mister-right/ to help you choose a great stallion for your mare. We'll be on the lookout for more great stallion-finding tips to help you and other mare owners. Hi, Stephanie. Be sure to read “Finding Mr. Right” http://americashorsedaily.com/finding-mister-right/ to help you choose a great stallion for your mare. We’ll be on the lookout for more great stallion-finding tips to help you and other mare owners.

]]> By: Stephanie http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-3416 Stephanie Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:00:47 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-3416 I am thinking of breeding my AQHA mare sometime in the future. She is only a two year old now and i would like to ride her a few years before i decide. I am looking for a conformationly correct Aqha stallion and i would also like him to be cremello or perlino in color. I would like to breed her with a stallion whose bloodline and conformation complement hers. Also no impressive breeding she does not have any i do not want the foal to have any either. I would appriciate any education on finding the right stallion. I intend to keep the foal as a riding horse for trail riding and maybe showing if i have the time. I also understand that i could just buy another already trained horse for as much or possibly less than what i am planning on spending for a stud fee and just might decide to do that instead. I am thinking of breeding my AQHA mare sometime in the future. She is only a two year old now and i would like to ride her a few years before i decide. I am looking for a conformationly correct Aqha stallion and i would also like him to be cremello or perlino in color. I would like to breed her with a stallion whose bloodline and conformation complement hers. Also no impressive breeding she does not have any i do not want the foal to have any either. I would appriciate any education on finding the right stallion. I intend to keep the foal as a riding horse for trail riding and maybe showing if i have the time. I also understand that i could just buy another already trained horse for as much or possibly less than what i am planning on spending for a stud fee and just might decide to do that instead.

]]> By: Ms. P http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-220 Ms. P Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:48:34 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-220 There are too many backyard breeders and that is one of the reasons we see so many horses being sold and traded and ending up in the "killer lots" to be shipped off to other countries as food! Every horse person out there needs to STOP and think of the future of the foal that is being brought into this society. This is another reason there are so many rescues out there trying their best to save horses from slaughter! And, these rescues are struggling to support all the horses that they end up rescuing. The only way we are going to stop this endless slaughter is to stop over populating and saturating the industry. Steve, if you want to breed and have your own foal to raise and enjoy, that’s one thing. There is nothing more rewarding than to raise, train and developing a relationship with a horse you have raised (speaking from experience). Make sure this is a project you can take on and are willing to complete and that this will not be another “throw-a-way” horse. There are too many backyard breeders and that is one of the reasons we see so many horses being sold and traded and ending up in the “killer lots” to be shipped off to other countries as food! Every horse person out there needs to STOP and think of the future of the foal that is being brought into this society. This is another reason there are so many rescues out there trying their best to save horses from slaughter! And, these rescues are struggling to support all the horses that they end up rescuing. The only way we are going to stop this endless slaughter is to stop over populating and saturating the industry. Steve, if you want to breed and have your own foal to raise and enjoy, that’s one thing. There is nothing more rewarding than to raise, train and developing a relationship with a horse you have raised (speaking from experience). Make sure this is a project you can take on and are willing to complete and that this will not be another “throw-a-way” horse.

]]> By: Shannon http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-218 Shannon Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:18:16 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-218 I can't think of two worse horse breeds to cross! I love mustangs and have one myself but they are two totally different body styles and for different purposes. You will just end up with a very mixed up horse might not be good for anything. Geld your mustang and let him have a happy life in the pasture with friends. Then you could adopt another mustang or a thoroughbred off the track! I can’t think of two worse horse breeds to cross! I love mustangs and have one myself but they are two totally different body styles and for different purposes. You will just end up with a very mixed up horse might not be good for anything. Geld your mustang and let him have a happy life in the pasture with friends. Then you could adopt another mustang or a thoroughbred off the track!

]]> By: lexi http://americashorsedaily.com/tips-for-breeding-for-a-great-foal/comment-page-1/#comment-213 lexi Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:13:33 +0000 http://americashorsedaily.com/?p=305#comment-213 Steven, please, please, please consider what you are getting yourself into. Although you may think the match might be wonderful (which it very well may yield a nice horse) you must consider the future and well being of the horse. Gaze into your future and ask yourself where you see your riding goals. Will this horse meet your goal standards? Is it capable to perform at your riding disciplines standards? If not, are you ready to find this horse a wonderful home? Those are just some factors to think about before even THINKING about finding a stallion!!! I find it extremely detrimental to any breed when I hear about owners breeding just because a stallion looks good, but a mare doesnt or a wonderful pleasant mare matched to a stallion they found hanging out in a field. Find a trainer or breeder or go to a good auction with an educated horseman. They can show you good horseflesh that would benefit you better than a horse that probably won't be eligible for a registry. Please, consider this because as Joanie and Florian said, there are too many throw away babies out there that came from backyard breeding. Steven, please, please, please consider what you are getting yourself into. Although you may think the match might be wonderful (which it very well may yield a nice horse) you must consider the future and well being of the horse. Gaze into your future and ask yourself where you see your riding goals. Will this horse meet your goal standards? Is it capable to perform at your riding disciplines standards? If not, are you ready to find this horse a wonderful home? Those are just some factors to think about before even THINKING about finding a stallion!!! I find it extremely detrimental to any breed when I hear about owners breeding just because a stallion looks good, but a mare doesnt or a wonderful pleasant mare matched to a stallion they found hanging out in a field. Find a trainer or breeder or go to a good auction with an educated horseman. They can show you good horseflesh that would benefit you better than a horse that probably won’t be eligible for a registry. Please, consider this because as Joanie and Florian said, there are too many throw away babies out there that came from backyard breeding.

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