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Preparing to Breed Your Mare

Foaling and Breeding
09-23-23

Breeding a mare is a significant responsibility that requires careful planning and preparation to ensure the health and well-being of both the mare and the foal. Here are the steps to prepare for breeding your mare: Evaluate the Mare’s Health: Ensure your mare is in good overall health. This includes regular vaccinations, deworming, dental care, and hoof maintenance. Consult with a veterinarian to perform a thorough reproductive examination, including a...

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Placenta Evaluation

Mares
09-17-23

By Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Diplomate American College of Theriogenologists The placenta is the connection between the developing fetus and the mare and provides the means for obtaining nutrition and for gas exchange.  Examination of the placenta can offer valuable insight into the health of the newborn foal. Consequently, it is recommended that owners, farm managers or foaling attendants perform an evaluation of each placenta. The placenta is normally passed...

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Key Points to Equine Strangles

Vet Blast
09-15-23

Equine strangles, also known simply as “strangles,” is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects horses, ponies, and other equids. It is caused by the bacterium Streptococcus equi subspecies equi (S. equi). Strangles is characterized by abscesses and inflammation of the lymph nodes in the head and neck area, leading to symptoms such as fever, nasal discharge, difficulty swallowing, and swelling of the lymph nodes. Here are some key points...

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A Foal’s First Year of Life Care

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

First 24 hours: Have a veterinarian perform a newborn foal exam and pull blood for assessment of Passive Transfer (i.e., foal’s blood IgG levels after consumption of colostrum).  Any irregular findings or concerns during this visit can then be discussed and a plan created to move forward with to try and maximize the foal’s neonatal health and long-term success.  This is also a crucial time to identify any limb conformation...

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A Mare’s Stages of Delivery

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

Labor is divided into 3 stages: Stage 1 begins with the onset of contractions and generally lasts one to two hours. Even in a normal delivery, the mare may stand up, lie down and roll several times in an effort to properly position the foal for delivery. During this phase, contractions move the foal through the cervix and into position in the birth canal. The fetal membranes (allantois) may become...

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Bandalero’s Equine Dental Provider

Dental Health
09-14-23

Carl Mitz Certified Dental Provider Carl Mitz joined Bandalero’s team over ten years ago. Together Dr. Lindholm and Carl make a valuable team for Arizona residents providing routine dental care of equines. Carl brings his dental expertise to Bandalero clientele bi-annually. Carl has over 35 years in Equine Dentistry and is a third-generation horseman. He has held State Racing Licenses in Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan, Arkansas, and Florida to provide dental...

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Foaling and Breeding Season is HERE!

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

Once your mare is pregnant, consider her nutritional requirements in three stages. The first stage is the first two-thirds of her pregnancy. During this time, the fetal size does not increase significantly and your mare should still be on a maintenance diet. Her body condition should stay constant, again without losing or becoming obese. A mare that is losing weight will have a hard time re-breeding, and an obese mare...

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Choosing a Stallion and What to Consider!

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

Choosing the right stallion can be difficult and finding the right veterinarian is one of the most important aspects. Look for someone who specializes in breeding or has been breeding horses for many years. A skilled veterinarian will help make the process go smoother. Consider everything you like about your mare; attitude, confirmation, performance skill as well as what you don’t like about her. Be critical and ask others. If...

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Colostrum 101

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

Mares Colostrum Collection and Storage By Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Diplomate American College of Theriogenologists, Colorado State University https://www.arssales.com/colostrum_101.html Colostrum is the thick, sticky yellow fluid produced by the mammary gland of the mare during the last few weeks of pregnancy. It is comprised of carbohydrates, fats, proteins and electrolytes. Colostrum is rich in antibodies that are critically important for immune protection of the newborn foal. The process by...

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The First 24 Hours After Foaling

Foaling and Breeding
09-14-23

Your new foal has arrived! You are full of joy and overwhelmed with excitement. However, your job is not done. Over the next 24 hours after birth, it is important to continue to observe the mare and foal closely. Look for the following, and pay special attention to nursing: The foal should be breathing normally. The foal should be bright and alert to its new surroundings. The foal should make...

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