How to Wean a Foal: A Guide to Making Separation Easier

How to Wean a Foal: A Guide to Making Separation Easier

How to Wean a Foal: A Guide to Making Separation EasierCamilla Birkehorn
Published on: 16/10/2026

Learn when and how to wean a foal, compare gradual and abrupt methods, prepare for separation and support both mare and foal.

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How to Choose a Stallion for Your Mare

How to Choose a Stallion for Your Mare

How to Choose a Stallion for Your MareCamilla Birkehorn
Published on: 13/10/2026

Choosing a stallion becomes easier when you know what matters for your mare. Use practical tools to define your priorities, compare three candidates, and prepare for a conversation with a breed association or experienced breeder.

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The Horse Breeding Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Breeders

The Horse Breeding Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Breeders

The Horse Breeding Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time BreedersCamilla Birkehorn
Published on: 29/09/2026

Planning your first foal? Follow the horse breeding journey step by step, from assessing your mare and choosing a stallion to pregnancy, foaling, and newborn foal care.

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Thinking about Breeding your Mare? Here's where to start.

Thinking about Breeding your Mare? Here's where to start.

Thinking about Breeding your Mare? Here's where to start.Camilla Birkehorn
Published on: 25/09/2026

Thinking about breeding your mare for the first time? Learn what to consider before you begin, from your breeding goal and mare assessment to stallion choice, practical planning, costs and support.

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How the Foal Develops in the Mare

How the Foal Develops in the Mare

How the Foal Develops in the MareCamilla Birkehorn
Published on: 01/02/2026

Learn how a foal develops inside the mare, from placental support to fetal positioning. A biological guide for breeders who want clarity.

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Defining Your Breeding Goal

Defining Your Breeding Goal

Defining Your Breeding GoalCamilla Birkehorn
Published on: 11/01/2026

A clear breeding goal shapes every decision that follows. Learn how to define what you want to breed for, what matters most to you, and how to turn that vision into a practical plan.

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