Equine Reproductive Services | Mare Exams & Pregnancy Checks – River Falls, WI
Supporting Breeding with Experience and Insight
Planning to breed your mare is an exciting time—and it’s one that benefits from expert guidance and reliable, on-site care. Whether it’s confirming pregnancy, evaluating fertility, or building a breeding plan that fits your goals, thoughtful reproductive care can make all the difference.
With more than 20 years of veterinary experience, Dr. Toby Sheely provides mobile equine reproductive services throughout River Falls, WI and neighboring counties. Rocky Branch Veterinary Services brings ultrasound, reproductive evaluations, and personalized consultations right to your barn, helping ensure a smooth, informed breeding season from start to finish.
Breeding Soundness Exams
Before any breeding attempt, it’s important to know if your mare is physically and reproductively prepared. A breeding soundness exam evaluates the mare’s health, reproductive tract, and cycle status to determine her likelihood of conceiving and carrying a healthy pregnancy.
Whether your mare is being bred for the first time or returning to the broodmare herd after time off, this exam provides clarity—and helps avoid costly frustration during breeding attempts.
Pregnancy Checks
Confirming a pregnancy early allows for proper planning and, if necessary, intervention. Using portable ultrasound, we can verify pregnancy as early as 14–16 days post-ovulation, with follow-up exams recommended to assess fetal development and check for twin pregnancies.
The ability to perform these checks on-site reduces stress for the mare and provides instant information to guide your next steps. Whether your mare was bred via natural cover or artificial insemination, pregnancy diagnosis is fast, safe, and highly informative.
Reproductive Consultations
No two mares—and no two breeding programs—are exactly alike. We provide reproductive consultations to help horse owners navigate everything from breeding timing to long-term fertility planning. These visits may include:
Many clients appreciate the calm, personalized approach offered by Rocky Branch Veterinary Services. Rather than one-size-fits-all advice, you’ll receive practical, horse-specific guidance based on real experience and honest discussion.
A Comfortable, On-Farm Experience
Bringing reproductive services to the farm helps mares stay relaxed and makes each exam or check more effective. Dr. Sheely takes care to move at the mare’s pace, minimizing stress while still gathering the information needed to move forward with confidence.
Our clients often say they value the clear communication during and after each appointment. Findings are explained in a straightforward way, with recommendations based on what’s best for the mare and the breeding plan—not on a checklist or sales pitch.
With high-quality portable ultrasound and careful handling, Rocky Branch Veterinary Services offers the kind of thoughtful, ethical veterinary care that helps breeding success feel a little less stressful—and a lot more rewarding.
Serving Breeders Across WI and MN
Reproductive services are offered on-site in:
Whether you’re breeding one mare or managing a larger herd, Rocky Branch Veterinary Services is here to support you with reliable, respectful, and responsive care.
