Learn Equine Semen Analysis and understand motility, morphology, and extender ratios to improve breeding success with accurate, science-based methods.
Mitochondrial DNA in Horse Breeding: Your Stallion Ain’t Jesus and Your Mare Ain’t the Virgin Mary By Heidi Schlenker Breeding stallions and mares is a blend of mitochondrial DNA, structure, and pedigree: not a sermon. This article explains why structure, genetics, and mitochondrial DNA, not miracles, make the difference. Breeding…
Keeping a show coat during the winter takes the right routine. From lights to blanketing to grooming, here’s how to keep your horse sleek and show-ready all season.
Learn the exact grooming routine behind Volturi’s legendary mane and tail — from double-bagged braids to the product lineup that keeps hair thick, silky, and show-ready, even when your horse lives outside and rolls in every dirt pile like a heat-seeking missile. Discover proven tips, product links, and a step-by-step process for washing, conditioning, detangling, and protecting your horse’s hair for maximum length and health.
“A pedigree saturated with Hall of Fame horses is a pedigree full of exceptional horses.” Her study dug through thousands of pedigrees across disciplines and found what many of us old-school breeders already suspected: when it comes to breeding on, conformation and genetic influence are everything. But Susan didn’t just highlight fancy names on paper. She tracked how deeply those names were embedded using a 3-part system: • How many unique AQHA Hall of Fame horses showed up in the first 20 generations • How many total occurrences of those HOF names appeared across those 20 generations • And how many duplicated ancestors were in the first 8 generations
"Bone-tendon circumference might make a horse look strong, but real durability comes from density, remodeling, and smart conditioning—not just thick limbs and flashy photos. Here's what builds bone that lasts."
Discover how a refined horse head improves responsiveness, softness, and communication—plus what conformation says about trainability.
Learn why shoulder slope in horses is the #1 factor in balance, movement, and soundness—and how poor conformation leads to injury, bracing, and vet bills.
Outcrossing is more than a trend—it's a science-backed solution to inbreeding, health decline, and performance loss in horses. This article explores how strategic outcrossing has shaped success in Thoroughbred programs and how Quarter Horse breeders can adopt smarter, data-driven practices to preserve conformation, temperament, and long-term genetic vitality.
Ground collection is a safe, efficient, and stallion-friendly method of semen collection—ideal for horses with physical limitations or behavioral challenges. This in-depth guide covers equipment, training techniques, safety protocols, and real-world strategies to help stallion managers implement ground collection with confidence and consistency.