From: The structure and regulation of the Irish equine industries: Links to considerations of equine welfare
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
Stallions
356
390
420
405
414
Mares
16,467
16,938
18,867
18,817
19,251
Foals
10,214
10,574
10,992
11,748
12,004
Horses in training
9,080
9,360
9,618
10,416
11,109
Total
36,117
37,262
39,897
41,386
42,778