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

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Many conditions besides colic can cause coliclike signs. And with colic, delayed treatment or misdiagnosis can have serious consequences. Here’s what you need to know.

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Colic in Pregnant Mares

Late in pregnancy, mares’ abdominal space is limited, and they can experience colic. Learn more in the Winter 2024 issue of The Horse.

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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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Is one grass hay variety more palatable than another? Should I feed my horse the first or second cutting of hay? Equine nutritionists answer these questions and more.

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