If your mare has made it through 11 months of pregnancy, you’re almost home free. Labor and delivery, while momentous, are generally uneventful. Because most mares foal without difficulty, it is usually best to allow the mare to foal undisturbed and unassisted. What you can do, however, is prepare your mare for a safe and successful delivery.
Follow these suggestions from the AAEP to help the new mother and baby get off to a great start.
Resource Type
- Client Education
Topic
- Reproduction
Publish Date
March 5, 2021
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