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Mare Genealogy and Stallion Analysis: $90 US

Multiple Mare discount: $65 each mare thereafter (Mare must be registered under your name)

A portion of all sales are donated to the Fenway Foundation for Friesian Horses

Friesian horses have been close to extinction several times over the years, as a result all friesians derive from 3 stallion lines of the early 1900’s so the bloodlines run very closely together. This is something you need to be aware of and watch for within the limited gene pool. So many people get confused on listening to others, social media, etc. and the task may seem overwhelming. It's best to ask for a professional opinion in breeding friesians to assess your mare and make recommendations. Ultimately we all want to select a stallion for your mare that will produce a healthy foal with limiting the possibility of birth defects.

Over the years I've been asked numerous times "what stallion to breed my mare too" it's not a simple answer as there are so many important variables to consider. Its also a very personal decision, I always reply "what do YOU want of the foal, is it pleasure, sport, to sell - to what target market....what is YOUR objective". This will determine where to start and then we'll look at what attributes your mare has, is she strong/weak in certain areas. Trying to improve too many things in one generation might not be successful, but its important to focus on a few key areas that are important to you.

You know your mare, what are her positives and negatives. This can be found on her Linear Score Sheet. The Linear Score sheet is the judging results the NL Judges produce after her Keuring (Judging), The score sheet uses 25 criteria and five characteristics to judge the horse: racial type, frame, feet and legs, walk, and trot gaits. Each of these elements is evaluated on a scale between 5-45. This is a great tool to use.

You need to consider how the Stallions pedigree, conformation, and temperament will compliment your mare. For example, if your mare doesn’t have a great trot, you’ll want to pick a Friesian stallion that has a great trot. Ultimately you’re looking for a correct, well-balanced combination.  That way, the chosen stallion’s strengths can enhance any of your mare’s weaknesses.