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.
Knowing what to expect and when to call your veterinarian during pregnancy and foaling will help reduce the risk of complications.
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.
Give your new foal the best chance for a healthy start to life by understanding the red flags—and the green lights—of neonatal health.
One researcher describes what we know about the receiving mare’s effect on the foal in embryo transfer scenarios.
Digital and optical refractometers are simple, rapid, and cost-effective methods for assessing failure of passive transfer in foals with moderate to good accuracy, researchers found.
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.
A Kentucky Thoroughbred farm is reaping the benefits of healthier mares and foals after making horse pasture renovations over the past year with guidance from University of Kentucky personnel.
Be familiar with the most common problems that can happen within 24 hours of foaling.
Meconium impactions are the most common cause of intestinal obstruction and one of the most prevalent health issues overall in neonatal foals.
Find out the pros and cons of a stall vs. pasture birth from Dr. Michelle Linton of the University of Pennsylvania.
University of Pennsylvania’s Dr. Michelle Linton describes the how a normal foaling should progress.
Do you have a foal due during the cold months? Dr. Michelle Linton offers tips on how to prepare.
Ensure your foal has a smooth start to life and prompt treatment of any issues that might arise.
Do you have a foal due? Learn how to prepare your mare for foaling, care for your newborn, and spot issues early.
The newborn foal is both precious and precarious. Knowing the signs of distress to look for during foaling and those first few hours, and acting immediately, can literally mean the difference between life and death.
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