Reproduction

Veterinary researchers recently investigated ways to refreeze semen after its initial thaw in an attempt to preserve genetics of Read more

While assisted reproduction techniques gain popularity among horse breeders, a barrier to success is finding appropriate recipient mares. Read more

Japanese researchers suggested that small segments of genetic material called circulating microRNAs (miRNAs) could be used to predict foaling. Read more

Twin pregnancies put mares at risk and rarely result in healthy foals, which explains why one twin is typically Read more

South African researchers reviewed demographics and foaling rates for mares that were barren or maiden in recent years. Read more

Offering stallions antioxidants improves semen quality, which could increase fertility rates, especially when using cooled or frozen semen. Read more

A study evaluating stress levels and semen quality suggests dual-use stallions can be successful in both endeavors simultaneously. Read more

New data show that measuring a specific protein in semen samples can help identify usable frozen or thawed stallion Read more

Though all factors affecting sperm motility remain unclear, researchers investigating semen proteomes have gathered positive early results. Read more

Pregnant mares, like some women, have changes in feed preferences and feeding behaviors that may benefit their growing fetuses. Read more