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Breeding Information
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We are very thrilled with our success in breeding outside mares: 99.8% were vet checked in foal either at our farm or upon their return home. We are proud to admit that we have only had two occasions that we needed to actually call on them to assist with the breeding
process (that's in more than 15 years, by the way) although they do take care of all the pregnancy checks (with ultrasound) and semen collection/analysis. Otherwise, Ben and I observe the mares
regularly, and when they’re ready; we thoroughly wash the mare and wrap their tail before we cover her. All at-the-farm breeding is done by hand under live cover by either Ben or me
(only). The stalls are cleaned twice daily and, when weather permits, turnout is from 2 to 8 hours daily. If supplements are requested, you can always count on Ben to ensure they receive them
as scheduled without fail. You needn’t ever worry about the feed your horse gets with us because we grow our own to guarantee the quality and safety. We also provide free-choice vitamins, salt and mineral supplement to all the mares and foals. If we wouldn’t feed it to
our horses, we certainly won’t give it to yours! Our farm is small, and we can only accept a few outside mares at one time; so your pride and joy is always ensured our individual
attention.
Here is a brief summary of our Breeding Contract (fees subject to change w/o notice unless booking already paid):
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Negative Coggins (current per Wisconsin statutes)
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Mare in good health (and foal, if applicable)
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Negative culture recommended (we respect your good judgment here)
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Rear shoes pulled (if applicable)
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Once your mare is checked in foal –
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a. Mare owner is responsible for Rhino shots Months 5, 7, and 9
b. Mare owner is responsible for East/West/Tetanus/Flu shot Month 10
c. To ensure a strong, healthy baby; you may want to consider a vitamin supplement
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Continental Jester . . . . . . . Offspring Available
JB Model Poco Bevo . . . . $600 $100 Booking Fee ~ Offspring Available
A True Hundred 4444. . . . $500 $100 Booking Fee ~ Introductory Price!
Continental Dun 4444 . . . . $500 $100 Booking Fee ~ Introductory Price!
Mi Optimo Amigo Poco . . Sold ~ Offspring Available
Email me about breeding to our stallions!
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Mare Care is $8 dry or $10 wet
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Mare owner pays any shipping/collection expenses for shipped semen. The Clinic I use charges $250 for this service. It is over 100 miles round trip; and I charge $100 for time and mileage. Shipping fees are actual if I ship and shipping plus handling if the Clinic ships. I want you to know going in that these fees are in addition to the stud fee.
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