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For Catherine's question....... If I had a stallion prospect that did
not reach the standards set by the Association, I would geld him...period. I
feel that the breeder has a definite responsibility to the mare owner, and
the breed, to supply the best "Dad" they can. I would much rather have an
"outstanding" gelding, than an "ok" stallion. Yes, fingers can be pointed to
just about any breed and see the glut of stallions of the market, and I
believe that keeping the standards raised can only help everyone.
We currently have a truly stunning QH (coming yearling) colt, serious
cutting bred, that we will be gelding.....just need to make an appointment
with my husband, I guess!!! There are so many considerations that go into
being able to properly be owned by a stallion......separate care, marketing,
handling, breeding work, maintenance, promotion, mare owners, attention, etc,
etc, etc. It is a serious commitment, and a serious responsibility to the
stallion/mare owners/breed. I love a good gelding!!!!!
But, yes, I would geld until that "just right" and outstanding
individual came along.
Carole Sweet Modesto, CA
