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The Value of Collecting Semen On One Mount

It is generally known that the quality of semen after freezing is dependent upon how good the semen is immediately after collection and prior to freezing.  Several management factors have been identified that can adversely affect the quality of semen collected. Click on the link below to learn more about these factors and why collecting semen on one mount should be the goal every semen collector strives to accomplish.

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What is Short Cycling a Mare?

Equine veterinarians are continually asked to bring a mare into heat at a desired time to facilitate breeding, show schedules, stallion availability, synchronization with other mares, maximize early season breeding dates, or line up recipient and donor mares. For such a common request, and in fact, a common procedure, there are certain cases when knowing the nuisances of manipulating the length of diestrus in the mare can make or break the overall success of a reproductive cycle. The process of short cycling a mare is reviewed in this article.

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2026 SBS Foal Photo Contest

We are accepting entries for our 2026 Foal Photo Contest!


  • Click on the link below for contest details


  • Entries must be submitted through our website


  • Winners receive an Amazon Gift Card: First place - $150, 2nd place - $75, 3rd place - $50


Pictured: 2025 2nd place winner, Fairest Creme (Creme de la Creme x Folly),

owned by Chelsea Gammon, photo by Alyssa Murphree.

Photo Contest Entries

Foaling Date, Mare Vaccinations, Foal Vaccinations and More!

These easy to use tools help you create timely and effective care schedules tailored to your mare and/or foal. Simply click on one of the links below, enter the requested information and a customized list of recommended tasks with suggested dates will appear instantly on your screen. As a bonus, if you choose to enter your email address, you can receive a downloadable Excel spreadsheet version of the recommended schedule.


Please note: These calculators are free tools provided for your convenience. However, we strongly recommend you consult your veterinarian to determine the most appropriate schedules for your mare and/or foal, particularly when considering region-specific or risk-based guidelines.

Foaling Date & Pregnancy Vaccinations Calculator

New Foal Vaccination & Deworming Schedule Calculator

The purpose of SBS is to compassionately use and advance reproductive technology to deliver healthy and vibrant companion animal offspring with a mission to become a premier companion animal reproduction center in the United States.

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