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Weaning Foals
Science-Based Foal Weaning Strategies
by Diane E. Rice | Feb 16, 2023
As you consider ways you can help your foal—and his dam—through the weaning process, examine proven methods based on research findings to formulate a plan.
Read MoreWeaning Ways
by Connie Lechleitner | Sep 4, 2022
Here’s how to help your weanling foal transition to adulthood as smoothly as possible.
Read MoreCan a Mare’s Personality Change After Her First Foal?
by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Aug 20, 2022
Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses a question about why a mare might respond differently to training after having her first foal.
Read MoreWhat Does My Weanling Need to Eat?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Aug 13, 2021
Our nutritionist offers advice on feeding foals both before and after they’re weaned from their dams.
Read MoreA Sensible Start: Feeding Young Horses from Foaling to Weaning
by Katie Navarra | Jul 16, 2021
A well-planned feeding program helps a foal’s caretakers manage growth rate effectively. Learn about common foal-feeding challenges and solutions, as well as how to develop a well-balanced feeding program for young, growing horses.
Read MoreEquine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome Basics
by Michelle Anderson | Aug 15, 2020
Learn about the risk factors associated with horses getting gastric ulcers, as well as diagnosis and basic management and treatment.
Read MoreWean Foals at Six Months, or Wait?
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jul 19, 2020
A new study by French scientists suggests that allowing foals and their dams to wean at their own pace could be a more welfare-friendly breeding strategy than traditional methods.
Read MoreYoung Horse Growth and Development
by Michelle Anderson | Nov 14, 2019
Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.
Read MoreCaring for Orphan Foals
by Diane E. Rice | Mar 15, 2019
Veterinarians share their recommendations for managing orphan foals, including diet challenges and behavior issues.
Read MoreResearchers Use GPS to Study Mare and Foal Movement
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Sep 17, 2017
Scientists examined how the pairs’ spatial distance evolve between each other, as well as between other herd members.
Read MoreTips for Feeding Foals After Weaning
by Edited Press Release | Aug 17, 2017
Weanlings require additional support and feeding adjustments as they grow. Here’s what to remember.
Read MoreFeed Weanlings Carefully to Support Growth, Reduce DOD
by Nettie Liburt, MS, PhD, PAS | Jan 23, 2017
A forage-based, total mixed-ration cube fed free choice supported weanling growth rates without increasing DOD cases.
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