horseOlogy is leaning into the breeding aspect of our business, and we’re excited about the opportunities it can bring for our clients and us. Never wanting to miss a chance to educate, we love to share information with our entire audience. So what should you know about breeding horses and the science behind it? Let’s take a closer look.  

What to Know About Breeding 

Breeding champion racehorses isn’t just about when a mommy and daddy horse love each other very much. It’s determining the combination of genes from two successful bloodlines to have a foal with as much potential, if not more, as their sire and dam.  

Each racehorse’s pedigree and conformation are evaluated for selling and training, beginning before birth.  
 

The Science of Thoroughbred Breeding 

If you are an adult on this planet, we sincerely hope you know how babies are made. And the same basic process is accurate for any mammal, including horses. But there is also a science around breeding successful thoroughbreds rooted in genetics.  

You can dive into scientific writing about racehorse genetics, but it boils down to certain traits represented by different genes. And, since males and females provide different chromosomes, choosing the best match between sires and dams is essential.  

Broodmare and Foal Care 

Of course, genetics is only a small part of successful breeding programs. Horses have a long gestation period of about 11 months, meaning caring for the pregnant mother is a top priority. And once that foal is born, they will have their own individual needs even before the weaning stage.  

Your mare will need a special diet to protect the foal and produce milk after birth. Horses are also herd animals, so keeping mares in similar stages of pregnancy together is good for them. It is important to practice good herd health and isolate them from horses likely to shed illness. A trained veterinary professional will also oversee a broodmare’s pregnancy.  

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With our recent move to GoldMark, horseOlogy is excited about expanding our breeding program. Contact us today to learn more about breeding, broodmares, and foals.  

Follow horseOlogy online and on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to learn more about our team, thoroughbreds, and services. Call us at 855-HORSIES (855-467-7437) to set up your visit to our facility.  

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Horses of Racing Age

We love to watch our graduates grow and be successful on the racetrack.

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Yearling to Two Year Olds

We can’t wait for you to come along and experience all that these horses have to offer.

Weanlings Available

Weanlings to Yearlings

Get involved early as there are limited ownership opportunities.

Breaking and Training

Our approach is joining up with each horse so that they understand the process of learning through acceptance and not fear.

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Rehab and Layup

Whether it is to let them rest mentally and/or physically or an injury, wehas the means and skill set.

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Sales Prep

At horseOlogy, we focus on the tiniest details that can set our horses apart in the sales ring.

Weanlings Available

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horseOlogy provides a boutique experience while limiting the number of mares and foals.

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Pinhooking

We bring years of experience evaluating conformation and pedigree to uncover the best pinhooking prospects.

Micro Investing

A business model whereby a group of people can participate in the owning horse, which may otherwise not have been feasible.

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Bloodstock Advisors

A bloodstock advisor’s services may include but are not limited to, mating, sale placement, acquisition, trainer placement, and overall management of your horse.

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Our Vision
“To transition and care for retiring thoroughbreds or other equine and prepare for their next careers whether it be companion, riding or therapeutic service and offer an educational opportunity to the community.”

Available for Rehoming

The vast majority of rehoming opportunities come from off the track thoroughbreds (OTTB’s) and we take it upon ourselves to make sure that there are open doors and soft landings for each and every one of them that come to us at the end of their racing career.

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What does a second career mean for our equine friends? Whether it is a thoroughbred that’s done with its race career, a show horse that needs an easier job, or a broodmare that gets to retire from her kiddos, we like to think there is a second career for most and aim to create a soft landing for others.

Our Resident Oldies

Not all horses are suited for a second career, and it is most important to understand the difference. You will notice many farms throughout Lexington and Ocala have a field they deem “the retired field” and these typically home retired broodmares, track ponies and others that may have been retired and not able to be rehomed due to injury or temperament.

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horseOlogy Encore is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization. Please consider gifting a vital donation to aid in the care and rehoming of these wonderful horses.

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Our Mission

“Our personal responsibility to the equine industry is to care for the horses throughout their lives. We advocate for breeds that have supported us, and we’ll assist them in their second career or retirement however we can.”

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