1. DRENCHING- Internal Parasites Foals should receive their first drench between 8 to 12 weeks of age, using a benzimidazole (i.e. oxfenbendazole or fenbendazole) based, dual-active (i.e. als ..

Whether for racing, performance, or pleasure, we would all love to have foals born with perfect legs, however angular limb deformities and associated problems are very common in the newborn and de ..

‘There is nothing better than Mother’s Milk’, but why is this first milk known as colostrum so important to our newborn foals? What is colostrum? Colostrum is the thick, ..

Knowing the normal stages of labour in your mare can be crucial in knowing when you need to call your veterinarian. Read below the 3 stages of labour in a step by step guide. STAGE 1 Init ..

Just like human children, foals can deteriorate rapidly if early stages of illness aren’t detected. Taking note of subtle changes or behaviours in your newborn can be vital in knowing what normal  ..

Have you got a new foal on the way? Organising a foal health check is a must for all of your new four legged friends. It is important that newborn foals receive a proper veterinary examination wit ..

We often see articles for mare preparation for the breeding season but what about stallions? Being 50% of the breeding pair, these guys should not be overlooked in preparation for the breeding sea ..

Before looking for abnormalities when assessing a newborn foal, it is important to have a thorough understanding of what is normal. Below are eight key characteristics of normal foal behaviour to  ..

Breeding your broodmare is a big decision. There are so many things to consider… stallion choices, reproductive options, veterinary costs and so much more! The ultimate goal is to have a he ..

1. Know Your Mare’s Due Date The gestation period of a mare is normally 330-362 days. You will find a great gestation calculator at - https://thehorse.com/tools/mare-gestation-cal ..