University of wisconsin-madison

Estrus Detection

Estrus is a particular behavior of the mare when exposured to a stallion. The best approach to detection of estrus would involve:

  • Tease mares on a daily or every other day basis
  • Mare checked for estrus with at least 2 different stallions (mares can react differently to different stallions!)
  • Allow some physical contact between mare and stallion (not mounting by the stallion)

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Estrus Detection