what is a gelding in horse terms

A gelding is a male horse that has been castrated. This means that the horses testicles have been removed, making him unable to reproduce. Geldings are preferred over stallions for working purposes because they are calmer, easier to handle, and more tractable. They are also a favorite for many equestrians. Geldings are often preferred over mares because some mares become temperamental when in heat, and the use of mares may be limited during the later months of pregnancy and while caring for a young foal. Geldings may grow slightly taller than they would if they were left stallions. Gelding has been carried out for centuries, and it is a relatively simple procedure carried out by a veterinarian.