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Care for Mare and Foal When Foaling

By Equisearch  |  February 1, 2006

…cases, movement of the foal to a new position solves the problem before foaling. Owner’s Action List for the Last Month • Be sure to schedule any pre-foaling vaccinations four…

Foal and Mare Health Care

By Equisearch  |  March 20, 2017

…if the foal’s feet aren’t coming as the vet described or if the amniotic sac is blocking the foal’s breathing. Newly born foals do not come out looking like the…

Take the Hazard Out of Foal Handling

By Equisearch  |  March 20, 2017

…pose a constant challenge. Getting an early start with your foal and keeping his training experiences positive will encourage a mutually rewarding relationship for you both. No question, foals are…

Simple Foaling Predictors

By HorseJournal  |  December 31, 2003

…between 3 and 11 p.m., a peak foaling time, showed a drop in temperature prior to foaling. Most mares foaling at other times of the day also showed at least…

How to Throw a Foal Shower

By Equisearch  |  March 20, 2017

…“sculpt” the foal. Baby’s Life Story: Players are divided into groups of equal numbers. Each group is assigned a segment of the future foal’s life–foaling, imprinting, halter-breaking, weaning, saddle-breaking, showing,…

The Foal of Your Dreams

By Equisearch  |  December 31, 2004

What would your dream foal be like? Do you yearn for a particular color, or particular talents? Read on to discover your Equisearch colleagues’ fondest foal wishes. | From: Gotta…

Septicemia In Foals

By HorseJournal  |  September 28, 2017

…or foal in clean, frequently picked, grassy paddocks. • Follow your vet’s recommended protocol for care of the newborn foal’s navel. • Check the foal carefully for any wounds and…

Create a Safe Foaling Stall

By Equisearch  |  February 3, 2004

…on to her foal in her colostrums (first milk). As you set up the foaling stall, think safety. As a new born, your foal will be clumsy and have poor…