
Welcome to The Foal Circle Updates
You’ve found the heart of The Foal Circle—your hub for following the real-life stories of our mares, foals, and future athletes as they grow up at our partner farms.
Here, you’ll find:
📣 Birth announcements
👣 Foal milestones and development updates
🩺 Vet check insights and behind-the-scenes care
📚 Educational posts on breeding, foaling, and Thoroughbred growth
📌 New updates are posted regularly, so check back often and feel free to join the conversation in the comments!
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One Heartbeat and One New Pregnancy Confirmed
One Heartbeat and One New Pregnancy Confirmed
Audi’s 28-day check showed a strong fetal heartbeat, while Dyana’s 14-day scan confirmed pregnancy with a textbook 13mm vesicle. Both 2026 foals are right on track—Zandon × My Audubon and Knicks Go × Lady Dyanaformer. Twin check next for Dyana!
Audi is Confirmed Pregnant to Zandon, Dyana is Rebooked with Knicks Go
My Audubon is confirmed in foal to Zandon with a 16-day twin check coming Wednesday, while Lady Dyanaformer is heading back to the breeding shed for a second visit with Knicks Go after coming up not pregnant at her first 14-day check last week.
Audi Ovulated Right on Time: Next Stop, Pregnancy Check
Audi ovulated right on schedule after her breeding with Zandon, setting her up for a timely pregnancy check later this month. Learn why post-breeding care matters—and how Whysper handled mom’s brief trip away.
When Textbook Isn’t Right: What Lady Dyanaformer Taught Me About Hoof Angles and Individual Balance
Kyle Rothfus of Horse Husband Stables joins us with a deep-dive into Lady Dyanaformer’s hoof evolution—from barefoot yearling to racehorse to broodmare—and why textbook balance isn’t always the right answer.
It’s Official: My Audubon’s Filly Has a Name
After three rounds of voting and one unexpected twist, Audi’s 2025 filly finally has her official name—submitted by a Foal Circle member and now approved by The Jockey Club.
Ovulation Confirmed: What Lady Dyanaformer’s Ultrasound Means and What Comes Next
A well-timed cover and confirmed ovulation mark the next step in Lady Dyanaformer’s journey. Learn how precise planning, ultrasound monitoring, and reproductive care set the stage for a potential 2026 foal by champion sire Knicks Go.
A Surprise Follicle and a Date with Knicks Go: Lady Dyanaformer is Heading to the Breeding Shed
Lady Dyanaformer’s ultrasound showed she was ready to breed sooner than expected—prompting the Horse Husband Stables team to schedule her “date” with Knicks Go. Learn how timing, follicle size, and foal prep all play a role in Thoroughbred breeding success.
How Fast Should a Foal Grow?
How tall should a Thoroughbred foal be at 3, 6, or 7 weeks? This post explores real growth data from Horse Husband Stables’ 2025 foals and explains what’s normal, what’s not, and why it matters.
Learning Outside the Comfort Zone: Thirteen's Big Step
After a challenging session learning to accept leg handling, Thirteen and Kyle take time to reconnect. In this video, Kyle from Horse Husband Stables explains why rebuilding trust after stepping outside a young horse’s comfort zone is just as important as the lesson itself.
Planned 2026 Foals: Why Knicks Go and Zandon Were Chosen for Lady Dyanaformer and My Audubon
Discover how Horse Husband Stables selected Knicks Go and Zandon for their 2026 matings—and why these pairings reflect years of planning, production insight, and a deep commitment to thoughtful breeding.
Barn Recap: First Turnout Steps, First Birthdays, and Foals in Focus
Audi’s filly remains on stall rest for rib fractures, Surprise is showing improvement post-injection, and the yearlings have started 24/7 turnout. Callie and Thirteen are thriving, and breeding plans are set for Dyana and Audi.
Final Voting Results: Name Lady Dyanaformer’s 2025 Filly
Lady Calliope received 44.4% of the final vote and will be submitted to The Jockey Club as the official name for Lady Dyanaformer’s 2025 filly. Learn more about the meaning behind the name—and who will receive the contest prize.
Final Round Results: Name Lady Dyanaformer’s 2025 Filly
The Top 6 names are in! Foal Circle members will now vote for their single favorite to help determine the filly’s official Jockey Club name. One finalist from each major theme made it through—see who’s still in the running.
It’s a Girl! Audi Foals a Filly on Her Due Date
Audi welcomed a bay filly by Brody’s Cause just before noon—making Horse Husband Stables 3-for-3 with mares foaling on their due dates this year. The filly is strong and alert but has two mild rib fractures that will require stall rest. This update explains common foaling milestones, why fractured ribs happen, and what the HHS team is watching for in both mare and foal.
Herd Dynamics in Action: Ditto, Thirteen, and the Language of Leadership
A pinned ear. A quiet step forward. In less than a minute, Ditto learns how leadership works—from her dam Dyana, who reclaims space with presence alone.
Round 2 Voting: Choose the Top 6 Names for Lady Dyanaformer’s Filly
Round 2 voting is open! Members can now vote for up to 3 of the 12 remaining names to help determine the Top 6 finalists. See how the names group by theme—and which one stands out with mythological and literary roots.
Foaling Watch Update: April 7, 2025
Lady Dyanaformer turned 7 today and got the perfect gift—sunshine and a shared paddock for Ditto and Thirteen. Audi’s behavior and milk chemistry have shifted fast, and the team is officially on high alert for foaling overnight.
Foaling Watch Update: April 6, 2025
Rain and wind kept turnout brief again today, but Ditto stayed bright, Thirteen stayed curious, and Audi stayed pregnant. Surprise gave the team a quiet victory by laying down for the first time in weeks—thanks to joint care and lots of love.
Final Round Results: Name Elusive Surprise’s Colt
The final votes are in! See which names Foal Circle members selected as the Top 3 for Elusive Surprise’s colt and what happens next as we await The Jockey Club’s approval of his official name.
FAQs
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You can access the live foaling cameras at www.foalcircle.com/live-cameras. Each mare’s camera is displayed with a quick link to her profile, where you’ll find breeding reports, expected due dates, and stallion information.
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Foalings happen fast, and sometimes in the middle of the night! If you miss a birth, don’t worry—we will post recaps, clips, and updates in the Foal Circle Updates page.
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We will email when the name submission process for each foal becomes available, and we will also post about it in the Foal Circle Updates page. We’ll review submissions, narrow down the best options, and open voting for members to help pick the official name.
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Foal Circle members get priority access to in-person farm visits and exclusive virtual events. Check the Member Portal page for upcoming opportunities; we expect to begin posting them in early April 2025.
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