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=Introduction=

==Introduction==

Teasing is a vital part of routine gynaecological management of mares. It is a method used to detect the presence and stage of oestrus. It is often a time consuming process, but ideally it should be performed daily throughout the breeding season. Teasing can help increase conception rates and allow for more efficient use of breeding stallions.

Teasing is a vital part of routine gynaecological management of mares. It is a method used to detect the presence and stage of [[Oestrus Behaviour - Anatomy & Physiology|oestrus]]. It is often a time consuming process, but ideally it should be performed daily throughout the breeding season. Teasing can help increase conception rates and allow for more efficient use of breeding stallions.

==Signs of Oestrous==

==Signs of Oestrous==

==Procedure==

==Procedure==

Ideally '''individual teasing''' should be performed as it allows '''closer observation of each mare'''. It should be performed in a '''stress-free and familiar environment''', and extra time (up to 20 minutes) should be allowed in recently foaled or maiden mares. It should be noted that some mares will or show signs of oestrous if their foal is/isn't present. The mares should be observed carefully before during and after contact with the stallion for any signs of oestrous.  

Ideally '''individual teasing''' should be performed as it allows '''closer observation of each mare'''. It should be performed in a '''stress-free and familiar environment''', and extra time (up to 20 minutes) should be allowed in recently foaled or maiden mares. It should be noted that some mares will only show signs of oestrous if their foal is/isn't present. The mares should be observed carefully before, during and after contact with the stallion for any signs of oestrous.  

The stallion is enclosed in a small paddock or pen and the mares are observed for signs of oestrus. This is a more natural method, however it may be necessary to lead mares up to the stallion if they have failed to approach him voluntarily.

The stallion is enclosed in a small paddock or pen and the mares are observed for signs of oestrus. This is a more natural method, however it may be necessary to lead mares up to the stallion if they have failed to approach him voluntarily.

=References=

 

==References==

Coleman, R J & Powell, D (2004) '''Teasing Mares''' Educational programs of Kentucky Cooperative Extension ''University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension''

Coleman, R J & Powell, D (2004) '''Teasing Mares''' Educational programs of Kentucky Cooperative Extension ''University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension''

RVC staff (2009) '''Urogenital system''' RVC Intergrated BVetMed Course, ''Royal Veterinary College''

RVC staff (2009) '''Urogenital system''' RVC Intergrated BVetMed Course, ''Royal Veterinary College''

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