Breeding and Reproduction

Horse breeding from planning through foal care

Feeding Orphan Foals (AAEP Convention 2012)

Dr. Mary Rose Paradis discusses options and methods for feeding orphan foals. Learn about inducing lactation in barren mares, using milk substitutes, feeding orphans with milk from other species, and more.

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Overprotective Mother

How can I check on a foal to make sure he’s thriving without being in danger with the protective mare?

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