Horse breeding techniques
In addition to natural horse breeding, where a stallion physically covers a mare to get her in foal, there are an increasing range of modern horse breeding techniques where the mare and stallion do not physically interact. These include artificial inseminations, embryo transfer, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and OVUM pick-up (OPU). Learn more about of these modern breeding options below.
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‘Pushing the boundaries’ in breeding horses – vets discuss how far is too far
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Embryo transfer in horses: how it works and what it costs
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Artificial insemination in horses: 6 key things for breeders to consider
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Why frozen embryos might be the future of sport horse breeding
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Modern breeding methods: what are they and which one is right for your mare?
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How embryo transfer works
Embryo transfer is gaining popularity and allows competition mares to keep performing while producing foals. But what does the process involve?
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What if chilled semen arrives late?
There are measures that can be taken to successfully inseminate the mare, even if the semen is delayed
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Choosing a stallion for artificial insemination
You have selected a stallion with looks to die for and an impeccable performance record — but have you paid enough attention to his fertility?
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Do-it-yourself equine artificial insemination
Anne Brown from Gadebrook Stud gives first-hand experience of the DEFRA-approved course which qualifies breeders to artificially inseminate their own mares
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The pros and cons of equine artificial insemination
Artificial insemination is becoming increasingly popular, but it is a mistake to think it is an easier or cheaper option than natural covering
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Understanding new equine artificial insemination techniques
How new artificial insemination techniques are being developed to enable mares to become pregnant using less sperm
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Insight into equine artificial insemination
Expert veterinary advice on the pros and cons of artificial insemination
