Nickname: Liv

Age: 38 years old

Birthday: 28 December 1985

Zodiac: Capricorn

Interests: Jewelry Making, Blogging, Digital Design & Coding

Description

Olivia Summers is a highly skilled and experienced equine professional with a specialization in breeding and foal rearing. With over 15 years in the equine industry, she has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of horse breeding, the genetic factors that influence performance, and the careful nurturing required for foal development. Throughout her career, Olivia has worked with a variety of horse breeds, from racehorses to sport horses and working breeds. Her expertise spans managing breeding programs, monitoring pregnancies, overseeing foaling, and providing early-stage care for foals to ensure they grow into healthy, confident horses.

As a Breeding and Foal Rearing Manager, Olivia is adept at selecting and pairing horses based on their genetic potential, conformation, and performance traits. She designs breeding programs that focus on improving offspring quality while maintaining the integrity of each breed. Olivia utilizes her knowledge of both natural breeding methods and assisted reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination and embryo transfer to optimize breeding outcomes. Her careful attention to mare health, including regular health checks and reproductive monitoring, ensures that each pregnancy has the best chance of success.

Once foals are born, Olivia takes on the critical task of ensuring their well-being during their early stages of development. She closely monitors each foal’s health, providing essential care, from ensuring they receive colostrum after birth to overseeing vaccinations and deworming schedules. Olivia understands the delicate balance of nutrition, veterinary care, and socialization needed to foster strong, healthy foals. Her approach emphasizes the importance of early handling and gentle training to ensure foals become well-adjusted and comfortable with humans and other horses. She also believes in early socialization with other foals and horses to help them develop proper behavior and confidence.

Olivia’s commitment to the welfare of the horses extends to farm and facility management, where she oversees the maintenance of breeding and foaling facilities, ensuring that they are safe, clean, and conducive to the health of the animals. Her daily tasks involve ensuring proper feeding schedules, grooming, and exercise routines for both mares and foals. She also works closely with veterinarians to monitor the health of the mares during pregnancy and after foaling, making sure that any potential health issues are promptly addressed.

In addition to her expertise in breeding and foal care, Olivia is an advocate for using a holistic approach to animal husbandry. She understands that the well-being of horses is not just about physical health but also about mental and emotional stability. By combining her extensive knowledge of animal science with a compassionate approach to horse care, Olivia ensures that all horses under her management thrive, whether they are being prepared for competition or simply raised as healthy, well-adjusted animals. Her work philosophy revolves around providing the highest standards of care, staying informed of the latest research in equine health, and fostering strong, positive relationships between horses and their handlers.

Olivia holds a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with a focus on equine studies and is a certified Equine Reproduction Specialist through the American Association of Equine Practitioners. Her ongoing commitment to professional development ensures that she remains at the forefront of the industry, always applying the most current and effective practices in breeding and foal rearing.