Manejo reprodutivo de éguas em haras localizados na região semiárida dos Estados de Paraíba e Pernambuco.

Abstract

Achieving the right management in horses is extremely important when you want to get success and profitability in creation. To achieve satisfactory reproductive rates is necessary to have knowledge involving physiology, nutrition and assisted reproduction techniques. The objective of this study was to characterize the reproductive management practices, equine health and nutrition of horses in the semiarid region of Paraíba and Pernambuco, comparing the reproductive rates in different management situations. We analyzed 12 properties in seven cities. The results were satisfactory as the reproductive rates, however, some health and nutritional management practices are not enough to meet demand and achieve greater profitability breeder.