Personally, we see some usefulness in every method. True there are different degrees of success associated with each but they all are in use and have there supporters. However, at Honey Creek Ranch we believe in live cover. Properly done, live cover offers a safe alternative to the other methods of breeding and at the same time has the highest rate of success.

There are many things to consider when it comes to breeding.  Our friends at Adventures in Owning a Tennessee Walking Horse offer  some guidelines that we think are extremely valid.  We've put these pointers in our Tennessee Walking Horse FAQ section of the site.

Honey Creek Ranch associates usually involve the services of a veterinarian to assist in the actual breeding sessions. This type of breeding coupled with sonograms to identify the proper time for breeding and then post exams to insure ovulation and conception ,for us at Honey Creek Ranch, has proven to be the most successful method of breeding. No collection, no straws, no freezing or mad dashes to or from the airport to meet time lines associated with shipping yet reasonable safety can be offered to both mare and stallion.

Honey Creek Ranch is proud to stand at stud Dark Spirit’s Final Edition, a 15hh black Tennessee Walking Horse with great conformation, looks and spirit. Solo is a 4 year old Stallion new to the breeding world but has two mares confirmed in foal in just two breedings so we are pleased with his results. 

We are also proud to offer Silver S Thunder Bolt, a beautiful American Miniature Horse stallion that stands at 29.5".

Breeding fees for our stallions are listed on the individual stallion's web page on this site.  Veterinarian, transportation and boarding costs are extra.  Below is a copy of our breeding contract.

Breeding Contract - Click to download and view the Honey Creek Ranch Breeding Contract (PDF 152 kb)