Ask the Equine Vet: Foals: What to Watch For–The first few hours, the first few days

The spring season brings with it the long awaited arrival of foals. Once your mare and foal have bonded it is time to do a thorough examination of the foal to make sure that everything is within normal limits. Vitals The initial exam should consist of a TPR (temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate). Newborn foals,…

Ask the Equine Vet: Equine Foaling 101 or “Happy Mother’s Day”

You paid your stud fee, ensured that your mare is pregnant, gave her the best medical care and nutrition during her pregnancy and patiently waited almost a year. Now the time has come for her to foal. What should you know and do to make sure that all of her (and your) hard work results…

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Ask the Equine Vet: Foals: What to Watch For–The first few hours, the first few days

Ask the Equine Vet: Equine Foaling 101 or “Happy Mother’s Day”