"She's just being mareish" isn't always the answer.

If you can't predict when your mare is in heat, you can't plan around it. Lessons get cancelled. Shows get awkward. And you spend a lot of time wondering whether the behavior is hormonal or something else.

Cycle tracking with smart predictions

One-tap log

Heat or out-of-heat on any day, with optional signs — discharge, behavior, swelling, and more. Ten seconds at the stall.

Cycle wheel

Visualizes today's day-of-cycle, her diestrus window, and the predicted estrus arc on one circular timeline.

Auto-averaged cycle length

Pulled from your own logs. Gets more confident with every cycle you record — no manual math.

Next-estrus prediction

Start/end window for the next heat, plus a peek at the one after that. Confidence badge so you know when it's solid vs. still learning.

Stats & breeding toggle

Avg cycle length, heat duration, and sign frequency on one card. Flip a mare into breeding tracking without leaving the screen.

See where she is in her cycle at a glance

Cycle day counter, predicted estrus window, recent observations, and Equibot insights — all on one screen. Tap to log new signs as you notice them.

Plan lessons, shows, and breeding decisions with real data instead of guessing.

Heat cycle tracker with predicted estrus window

Everything you need to manage a mare's cycle

Heat cycle tracking is included in every plan

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a normal mare cycle?

The typical mare estrous cycle is 21 days — about 5 to 7 days in heat (estrus) followed by 14 to 16 days out of heat (diestrus). Cycle length varies between individual mares and across seasons.

What's the difference between estrus and diestrus?

Estrus is the phase when the mare is receptive to a stallion and her ovary is preparing to ovulate. Diestrus is the phase between heat cycles when she's not receptive. Most behavioral signs occur during estrus.

How accurate is Proper Strides' cycle prediction?

The more cycles you log, the more accurate the prediction. Most mares fall into a reliable 21-day pattern within 2 to 3 logged cycles, and confidence improves as your data grows.

Can I track multiple mares?

Yes. Each mare has her own cycle record. Predictions are calculated per-mare based on her individual history, not a generic average.

What behavioral signs should I log?

Common estrus signs are winking, tail raising, frequent urination, mare-ish behavior toward geldings or other horses, restlessness, increased grooming sensitivity, and distraction during work. Log what you observe and patterns will emerge.

Stop being surprised by your mare's cycle.

Log a few observations. Let Proper Strides do the predicting.

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