As a horse owner, it is important to ensure that your foal is healthy and happy. One of the things that new horse owners may be curious about is when their foal should pass the meconium, and what it looks like. The meconium is the first fecal movement that a foal passes, and it is […]

  It’s not uncommon for mares to experience mild colic following foaling. However, even seemingly minor postpartum complications can quickly escalate into life-threatening situations. In this article, we discuss colic and other postpartum emergencies that may arise. During birth, there is immense pressure placed on your mare’s abdomen and pelvis. Powerful uterine contractions may not

Lactation is a normal part of pregnancy. However, it may be cause for concern if your mare is streaming milk or if milk loss occurs early on in her pregnancy. In this article, we discuss when dripping milk is acceptable and when it indicates a serious problem. Around four to six weeks prior to foaling,

As a horse breeder, one of the most important things to ensure is that your foal is drinking enough milk from its mother. It’s natural to worry about whether your foal is getting enough milk, especially if it’s your first time breeding a horse. Fortunately, there are some signs to look out for that can

  Thankfully, foal rejection is relatively uncommon, but it can occur — most often in primiparous, or first time, mothers. Refusal to nurse is just one of the ways that maternal problem behaviours may be exhibited towards a newborn foal. In this article, we discuss foal rejection and how you should deal with it.  The

Retained placenta or retained foetal membranes is a common condition in horses after giving birth. It occurs when the mare’s placenta does not fully detach from the uterus. This can happen for various reasons such as hormonal imbalances, infections, or even stress. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications such as uterine infections,

My mare is pregnant and her udder seems very small. As a horse owner, it is normal to be concerned about the health and well-being of your mare and her unborn foal. A small udder may indicate a lack of milk production, which could lead to complications during the birth and after the foal is

  Around one month prior to foaling, the teats and udder of your mare mayl become enlarged, due to milk production. However, there are also many changes taking place beneath the surface. In this article, we discuss what you should know about mare lactation.   Every foal — domesticated or wild — relies on the

While there are common signs many mares display when pregnant, the most effective and reliable method is an examination by your veterinarian. To determine pregnancy status, they will select from several veterinary tests available, which we outline in this article. Transrectal Ultrasound Most commonly, transrectal ultrasound is used to confirm a positive pregnancy. Transrectal ultrasound