Breeding season is a demanding time for stallions, requiring them to be in peak physical condition to perform at their best. At Valley Equine, we specialize in standing elite cutting, reined cow horse, reining, roping, and barrel racing stallions—many that continue competing while also fulfilling breeding commitments. Whether they’re active in the arena or retired from competition, our stallions receive year-round care to maintain their health, fitness, and reproductive success.
A stallion’s physical fitness is a vital pillar of his reproductive success, directly influencing semen quality, motility, and overall fertility. “A successful breeding season starts with a healthy stallion. Conditioning, nutrition, and routine care aren’t just about fertility—they impact everything from stamina to temperament. When a stallion feels his best, he performs his best,” explains Stallion Manager, Andrew Waters. Our conditioning regimen is designed to optimize strength, endurance, and overall well-being. Each stallion’s program incorporates treadmill workouts, walker sessions and turnout time to enhance muscle tone, heart health, and overall physical and mental balance. This comprehensive approach ensures that each stallion is primed for peak performance during breeding season.
High-quality semen starts with proper management. We implement practices to ensure successful collections and improved conception rates:
Consistent Collection Schedule: Maintaining a consistent collection schedule is essential for preserving sperm motility and overall quality. Prolonged intervals between collections can result in the buildup of non-viable sperm, ultimately diminishing fertility potential.
Precision Nutrition: A stallion’s diet is vital to sperm quality. We ensure they receive a balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids to support fertility. Each stallion’s nutrition is tailored to their specific needs and is closely monitored to ensure optimal health.
Pre-Season Evaluations: Before breeding season begins, we conduct thorough reproductive assessments, checking sperm count, motility, and overall reproductive health.
Minimizing Stress: Stallions can experience stress during breeding season, which may impact semen quality. Our facility provides a structured, low-stress environment with professional handling to keep them comfortable and focused.
Top-tier stallion care is essential for both short-term breeding success and long-term health. We treat our stallions like the athletes they are—optimizing their fitness, refining collection protocols, and guiding breeders through every step of the process.
Proper handling and evaluation of semen are just as crucial for successful breeding outcomes. As our Collection Lab Manager, Dr. Fabio Luvizari emphasizes, “Semen quality starts with proper handling. From collection to processing, every step matters in preserving viability and maximizing fertility. We focus on consistency, precision, and the best lab practices to ensure every dose meets the highest standards for conception success.” Post-collection, semen is promptly assessed for volume, concentration, motility, and morphology to ensure viability to be shipped to you for a successful breeding.’
Semen from our stallions makes an impact worldwide, shipping to all 50 states, Australia, Canada, Europe, and South America. Healthy stallions and successful breedings: We make both a priority every season.
