Breeding Management & Foal Development - Equine Research

Breeding Management & Foal Development  Breeding Management & Foal Development is a long‑standing, highly respected reference in equine science, covering the full reproductive cycle from stallion and mare management through artificial insemination and into the foal’s first year.  Scope and Content The book is designed for breeders, veterinarians, and equine professionals, offering a comprehensive, step‑by‑step guide to:  Stallion management — health, nutrition, and performance considerations. Breeding plans — timing, conception rates, and reproductive efficiency. Artificial insemination — techniques, equipment, and best practices. Mare management during pregnancy — diet, parasite control, vaccinations, and monitoring. Foal development — from birth through the first year, including nutrition, health monitoring, and early training.  It emphasizes that the mare’s reproductive role is central year‑round, and that the “quiet” phase after conception is critical for both foal health and future mare fertility.  Structure and Features Thorough and well‑organized with clear sections for each stage of breeding and foal care. Profusely illustrated for visual learning. Indexed and cross‑referenced for quick lookup of key topics. Written by leading equine experts (J. Warren Evans, Ph.D., Richard L. Torbeck, DVM, MS, Patti R. Strauch, DVM, Don M. Wagoner). Published by Equine Research, Inc., part of a respected library set for equine professionals Amazon.