Foaling Tendencies and Dystocia Rates in New Zealand
Katie Navarra
December 25, 2016
Foal size (and, indirectly, sex) appear to contribute to dystocia, especially among mares in New Zealand.
Foal size (and, indirectly, sex) appear to contribute to dystocia, especially among mares in New Zealand.
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