retained fetal membranes in mares; deworming broodmares near foaling; Newborn foal attempting to stand

Post-Foaling Red Flags

Watch for these 10 emergencies in the hours after a mare foals. Immediate action could potentially save the mare’s and/or foal’s life.

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Breeding Aging Mares

How to decide if your older mare is a good candidate for breeding and improve her chances of success.

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Recognizing and Treating Failure of Passive Transfer

Failure of Passive Transfer

Find out why foals need passive transfer of infection-fighting antibodies from their mothers’ first milk. Sponsored by Sidekick Animal Health.

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Before Your Mare Foals

The final 100 days of gestation bring their own unique developments, changes, and challenges. Get tips to help your mare’s third trimester run smoothly.

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HERDA: 20 Years Later

Greater awareness and ongoing research mean fewer foals are being born with this genetic skin condition. Learn more in The Horse‘s Spring 2024 issue.

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