When it comes to supporting your mare’s reproductive and hormonal health, it’s important to choose the right supplement for her specific needs. Silver Lining Herbs offers two distinct products designed for mares: Mare Moods and Mare Fertility. While both support hormonal balance, they serve different purposes and should not be used together. This guide will help you understand their differences, the best time to use each, and how they support your mare’s overall well-being.

Mare Fertility: Preparing for Breeding Season

Mare Fertility is designed to support mares in preparation for breeding. This blend of herbs helps tone and soothe the uterus and ovaries, provides a healthy hormone balance, and assists with stress during pregnancy.

Best Time to Use Mare Fertility:

• Before breeding – Start feeding 60 days before the breeding season.

• For mares with low estrogen – Helps mares who struggle with settling or have painful/irregular heat cycles.

• Not for third-trimester pregnancy – Due to the presence of Black Cohosh, this product should not be used in the third trimester as it may cause complications during foaling.

Key Herbs & Benefits:

• Black Cohosh – Supports female reproductive organs and hormone balance.

• Red Raspberry – Helps strengthen and tone the uterus for fertility and foaling.

• Dong Quai – Increases blood flow to the reproductive organs.

• Dandelion – Promotes natural hormone balance.

• Valerian Root – Provides a calming effect, reducing stress during pregnancy (note: requires a 72-hour withdrawal period before competition).

• Goldenseal – Acts as an immune booster and liver tonic.

Who Should Use Mare Fertility?

• Mares struggling to conceive or maintain pregnancy.

• Mares with irregular or painful heat cycles.

• Mares that need extra support in preparation for breeding.

Mare Moods: Supporting Hormonal Balance & Behavior

Mare Moods is formulated to help mares maintain a natural and healthy hormone balance. It is particularly beneficial for mares experiencing discomfort, irritability, or difficulty during their heat cycle.

Best Time to Use Mare Moods:

• For year-round hormonal balance – Supports mares with low progesterone or testosterone.

• During heat cycles – Helps maintain comfort and balance throughout the cycle.

• For behavioral concerns – Beneficial for grumpy, hard-to-haul, or irritable mares.

Key Herbs & Benefits:

• Dong Quai – Regulates estrogen levels naturally.

• Dandelion – Supports liver function and mood balance.

• Red Raspberry – Helps maintain normal hormone levels.

• Damiana – Increases circulation to female organs, promoting relaxation.

• Goldenseal – Acts as a liver tonic and immune booster.

• Valerian Root – Helps with uterine discomfort and stress (note: requires a 72-hour withdrawal before competition).

Who Should Use Mare Moods?

• Mares that are extremely irritable or grumpy.

• Mares showing signs of discomfort during their heat cycle.

• Hard-to-haul mares that become stressed easily.

• Mares that need support in maintaining natural hormonal balance.

Key Differences Between Mare Fertility & Mare Moods

Final Thoughts: Choosing the Right Product

Understanding your mare’s hormonal and reproductive needs is key to selecting the right product. Since symptoms of hormonal imbalances can be similar, roughly 80% of mares benefit from Mare Moods, while 20% need Mare Fertility. If you try one and don’t see improvement, switching to the other may be the solution.

If your mare is preparing for breeding, struggling to settle, or experiencing irregular heat cycles, Mare Fertility is the best choice. If she is moody, grumpy, or uncomfortable, Mare Moods is likely the right fit.

Still unsure? Contact our team for personalized recommendations!