Breeding & Foaling Resources
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The articles, videos, and other materials shared here are provided for general education and discussion. Lippitt Lineage Preservation does not necessarily endorse every opinion, practice, product, or treatment presented in an outside resource. These materials are not a substitute for veterinary care or advice from another appropriately qualified professional. Horse owners and breeders should consult their veterinarian regarding the health, diagnosis, treatment, and individual needs of their horses.
| Breeding and Reproductive Management
| Pregancy and Mare Care
Abortion in Horses — MSD Veterinary Manual
An overview of recognized causes of abortion and late-term pregnancy loss in mares. The article also discusses conditions that can result in premature, weak, or stillborn foals.
| Preparing for Foaling
Veterinarian Dr. Kirby Penttila demonstrates several physical changes that may help breeders recognize when a mare is approaching foaling. No single sign can predict the exact time of birth, so mares should be monitored closely and an emergency plan should be prepared in advance.
Video cover preparation, birth, the placenta, and the immediate post-foaling period. A Breeder Produced video and content should be verified for current Veterinarian recomendations.
| Normal Foaling and Newborn Behavior
A detailed discussion of foaling, including preparation, the stages of labor, the normal delivery process, and care of the mare and newborn foal.
A veterinary review of infectious and noninfectious causes of diarrhea in newborn foals. Because diarrhea can quickly lead to dehydration and may indicate serious infection, an affected foal should be evaluated promptly by a veterinarian.
| Foaling Complications and Newborn Foal Emergencies
A newborn foal that is weak, disoriented, unable to stand or nurse, or does not recognize its dam requires prompt veterinary evaluation.
Video follows a newborn Gypsy Vanner foal showing signs of neonatal maladjustment syndrome, commonly called “dummy foal syndrome.” It provides a real-world example of how an affected foal may behave and the care that may be required.
An in-depth veterinary overview of evaluating sick newborn foals, including history, physical examination, warning signs, and initial diagnostic considerations. This resource is written primarily for veterinary professionals.
| Early Foal Care and Development
| Mare Care Before and After Foaling