Equine Center

About Us

The Equine Center covers 75 acres and includes a covered arena, breeding barn complex, stallion barn, and pastures. The facility was upgraded in 1983 with the addition of the indoor arena and classroom. The Equine Center houses the Tarleton State University equine herd, which currently consists of approximately 35 head split into differing groups dependent on program teaching needs. These horses are used heavily for teaching and research purposes. Students gain real-world, hands-on experience through the management of the horses in a practical setting. The development of the Prospect Production and Marketing program allows students to hone knowledge and skills in equine production from conception to the sale ring. The production herd is made up of 7-9 mares of stock horse type with bloodlines focused on cutting, reining, and cow horse disciplines. The goal is not to just reproduce horses. Teaching students to be thoughtful, educated professionals who know the importance of genetic selection, reproduction, and foal development as well as developing and marketing high-quality prospects is the overarching emphasis.