WE have APHA stallion thta over erects constantly. Is this the norm? How can we help this problem? Thanx
Jos
Posted on Sunday, May 13, 2001 - 11:34 pm:
This can be a very frustrating problem for all concerned.
You can try not teasing him prior to breeding and very quickly getting him to mount the mare, or alternatively you might consider the use of AI whereby you can use an AV to collect him and the flowering is a little less critical (although will still require everyine to be on their toes).
Good luck.
Kelly
Posted on Wednesday, May 16, 2001 - 12:16 pm:
Use of a teasing stud will help.
Present the mare to your stallion only when she is willing and hot to bred. I will suggest a longer, relaxing walk to the breeding pen for your stallion. Try grazing on the way to the breeding shed. Remove any distractions from around the breeding area. Other horses in the area or in sight of the breeding area are a threat to him. Any undue movment may bother him as well. People should stand quietly and those not nessecary to the breeding process should leave. It is a natural reaction to attempt to penetrate quickly if he perceives a danger.
You may have to back him off of the mare nuneruos times and wait for him to relax. Once he understands that he has all the time in the world and that no other horse will cover this mare, he should slow down.
I am new to this board, and to breeding, what exactly is "over-erecting"???
Kelly (63.172.47.187)
Posted on Tuesday, May 29, 2001 - 09:34 am:
When the stallion is fully excited, the head the the penis enlarges or "flowers". If this happens too quickly, penetration is difficult if not impossible.
I have a 4 y.o. appy stallion who has never bred but has been started under saddle with great results. Is there any special ground work reccomended to prepare him for standing his first season? He has had no access to mares but has been in close visual proximity without actual contact. His only real aknowlegment has been vocal. Any and all suggestions are more than welcome.
Kelly (63.172.47.224)
Posted on Sunday, August 12, 2001 - 06:38 pm:
I would suggest that you expose him to close visual contact. It will be important that he is calm and in control during his first breeding season.
I would expect a stallion to quietly lead past mares in a pasture or tied in the barn area. He should have respect for your commands and understand that you are in control. He should stand readily and not rush or pull towards the mares.
It is good to keep him fit, as breeding requires good physical conditioning. Also, most stallions are easier to handle if they are adequately exercised.
Have a look through some os the past postings, you will see some of the typical problems that stallion handlers may come across.
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