Breeding, care & spelling
Haras du Saubouas benefits from exceptional natural pastures, rich in a diverse mix of grasses. The paddocks are gently undulating, south-facing, and command an unobstructed view of the Pyrenean mountain range.
Stud Management Philosophy
Grazing & Turnout
At Haras du Saubouas, our paddocks span a total area of 400 hectares and are meticulously maintained to provide an optimal environment for your horses. Our philosophy centres on extensive, herd-based management in very large paddocks. Horses are turned out as much as possible to benefit from natural grazing, supplemented by individual morning and evening feeds. Each resident receives thorough, daily professional monitoring.
Our Team
We currently manage 90 broodmares. Our team is composed exclusively of experienced professionals, assigned across all areas of the operation: foaling, neonatal care, reproductive management, and the care of foals, yearlings, and horses at rest. Every member of the team is committed to providing attentive, personalised monitoring for each horse.
Foaling
Foaling is carried out by a highly experienced professional team. Our foaling units are equipped with CCTV systems and foaling alarms to ensure the safety of mares and newborn foals. From the very first moments of life, immunological screening tests are carried out on mares and their foals to ensure they are in the best of health..
Covering Season
Throughout the covering season, we provide rigorous reproductive veterinary monitoring of all broodmares. We also handle daily transport using Master horse vans, ensuring the comfort and safety of every horse in transit.
Climate
Haras du Saubouas benefits from a mild and early-starting spring, ideal for making full use of our pastures; yearlings are turned out from the beginning of March. Yearlings and two-year-olds destined for the sales begin their preparation at the end of June, while those aimed at the track continue to benefit from turnout through to the early autumn.
We also welcome former residents returning to the yard for rest and recuperation, in a familiar, natural, and peaceful setting.
Lagraulet-du-Gers, a natural gem in Gascony
Nestled in the heart of Gascony, Lagraulet-du-Gers stretches its lush meadows between rivers and forests. An unspoilt land of wide open spaces and fresh air, where nature brings together everything needed to raise horses in the finest conditions.
OUR COMMITMENT
Haras du Saubouas goes to every length to guarantee the wellbeing, safety, and performance of each horse, through rigorous stud management, a passionate team, unique expertise, and high-quality, high-performance facilities.
In 2022, Haras du Saubouas joined the National Charter for Equine Welfare.
