Castration?

Question

my sister and me are arguing over weather we should geld our 2 year old colt he can be a bit of a hand ful at times because he is in traing (racehorse) his has good pedigree his dam is out of a champion horse called gaints causeway she was not the best but did win a few races should we geld him

Answer 1

I find it hard to believe you own an actual race horse. But anyway.

In order for him to be of value as a stud (since sire and dam are not of top pedigree) he would have to be the next War Admiral, and then be a good breeder on top of all that.

You can earn a staggering amount of money off a gelding at the races, and have a safe animal to boot.

If you're that concerned about keeping his line, have his s***n stored before he's gelded.

Answer 2

No, the dam sire is looking pretty good.

Answer 3

na let him keep his balls

Answer 4

I would if you cannot handle him your self. But, if has nice looks and you think he will bring  in a lot of money in stud fees then i say no. He probaly is not proven yet so that is something to think about also!

Answer 5

Wait and see if you can afford the fees. Hes young.

Check your form books and look at how many geldings win. Have a long talk with  your sis as to what you both can decide on=family matters!

He is not acting up because he is in training,but because hes a full male. Most owners don't handle thier horses much at this age, and two year old fillys can be monsters too.

Personally I would wait untill  he is older to decide unless your trainer was going to kick him out.Those are nice lines.

Answer 6

If he is in training, ask you for your trainer's input.  An experienced trainer will have a better read on your horses ability/potential and should be able to give you good advice on the matter.