Procedures

2024 Breeding Shed Procedures

Semen Pickup

  1. A representative of the breeder may pick up the semen
  2. A suitable container should be brought when semen is picked up or one will be provided by Deo Volente Farms at the owner’s expense. All semen containers are considered final sale.

 

Shipped Semen (Other than Canada)

  1. Shipments will be made within the United States via Federal Express or UPS. The owner of the mare must provide a valid Federal Express or UPS account number. An account is mandatory. Equine Express II containers are used and are not to be returned.
  2. If your mare is boarded at a farm other than our own, exact shipping information is required (i.e. farm or contact, correct shipping address, phone number, and email address).
  3. Next day shipments can be sent on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only. Please contact Federal Express or UPS for the exact priority delivery time in your area and the availability of Saturday deliveries.

 

Same Day Air

  1. Same day courier arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the breeder or the farm where the mare is boarded.
  2. Deo Volente Farms can provide the names of agents that provide this service.

 

Semen Pickup

  1. A representative of the breeder may pick up the semen
  2. A suitable container should be brought when semen is picked up or one will be provided by Deo Volente Farms at the owner’s expense. All semen containers are considered final sale.

 

Stallion Information

  1. In order to properly manage our stallions, the following will apply for the 2024 breeding season:

     

    Stallion Breedings Per Cycle


    Lazarus                   Two (2) breedings per heat cycle (no double back breedings)
    Perfect Sting        Two (2) breedings per heat cycle (no double back breedings)
    Tattoo Artist        Two (2) breedings per heat cycle (no double back breedings)

     

Deo Volente Farms will always strive to accommodate our breeders to ensure a successful season and pregnancy for your mare(s). Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns during the breeding season.