Post-Foaling Red Flags
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
May 8, 2026
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.
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.
Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses a question about why a mare might respond differently to training after having her first foal.
The first 24 hours of a foal’s life bring crucial events and milestones that dictate his health and viability. Learn what to expect, when to intervene, and how to involve your veterinarian in the Spring 2026 issue of The Horse.
When will your mare foal? Learn the signs of impending foaling and what prognostic tools can help.
Here’s how veterinarians manage problems such as foal diarrhea, dehydration, and milk replacement challenges on the farm.
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.
What horse breeders need to know when dealing with a difficult foaling.
Ensure your decision to breed is the right one and that you’re prepared to handle the costs and commitments involved.
Time is life for a foal. Here’s a look at the top causes of illness in newborn foals and how to manage a sick foal.
Learn about the stages of labor and the normal post-foaling chain of events so you can react quickly if issues arise.
Learn how to pinpoint parturition (foaling) so you can avoid surprises and prepare for a healthy delivery.
Dr. Regina Turner shared her favorite breeding-related studies on topics ranging from foaling prediction to estrus suppression.
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s livestream follows the daily activities of pregnant mares and the births of their foals.
Researchers found that hoof balance changes rapidly during the first few weeks of a foal’s life.
The accelerometer is designed to detect subtle restlessness, the researchers said. Small movements, such as weight-shifting or minor head-bobbing, could be caused by distress related to the first stage of parturition, they said.
Why would a mare prefer to foal in a field versus in a foaling stall or in the barn?
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