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What are the signs of a mare in heat?

Last Updated: August 02, 2011

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A mare shows heat by spreading her back legs, squatting, raising her tail, urinating frequently, and leaning towards the teasing stallion. These signs are shown in the presence of a teasing stallion or the breeding stallion. For more information read the following article: Heat Detection and Teasing Systems for Mares.

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