How long can horses mate for?

Horses mate for a relatively short period compared to other animals. The actual process of mating, known as "mounting" or "covering," suele durar entre 15 y 30 segundos. This is the time when the stallion mounts the mare and penetrates her with his penis.

The entire mating process, including courtship, mounting, and post-mating behaviours, can last longer and vary between individual horses and breeds. For instance, some stallions may spend more time courting the mare before attempting to mount. Additionally, the mare may show signs of receptivity or rejection, which can influence the duration of the mating process.