I asked the sweet-sounding woman who answers the telephone. It Managing the Broodmare - Managing the broodmare for maximum reproductive efficiency is an integral part of a successful equine breeding program. Although there are many reasons for this inferior reproductive performance, endometritis and irregularities of the estrous cycle represent two major contributing factors. Early pregnancy in all mammals is characterized by a high fertilization rate followed by a high conceptus loss rate. Registered stallions and mares can breed with minimal human intervention, through natural cover in the pasture.
Pasture breeding continues as an accepted breeding method recognized by many breed registries.
As in the wild, a stallion roams with a band of mares. Horses are confined in fenced acreage, able to graze and interact with each other. Caretakers manage the breeding stock through regular observation and routine veterinary examinations and treatment. Attention to detail and planning ahead are key factors for a successful foaling. As the time draws near for the arrival of the new foal, preparations should include a foaling stall, a foaling kit, and a list of emergency phone numbers.