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Why are there nurse mare foals?
I have never heard of a nurse mare foal. If a mare dies, leaving a newborn foal, some mares are very maternal and they will let another mare's foal nurse. If there is not a lactating mare available, a nanny goat is a good substitute.
What is the plural form of the mare gave birth to a foal?
The mare gave birth to foals...the mares foaled.
Can a 20 year old mare be bred to foal or is that to old?
That depend on the mare.... if she has had a foal before and is having regular cycles it might be OK. If she has never had a foal before its not a good idea. The mares uterus looses its elasticity when they get older. I know of lots of older mares that have had beautiful healthy foals..... but I know of even more old mares that will no longer get in foal. Its really up to your mare and your vet. Good Luck!
What do horses do when they have a baby?
the mares first lick the foal clean, then the foal will eventually try to stand up. during the first day, the mare and foal will bond.
Has Any Mare Ever Rejected her Foal?
Mares do not reject their foals, and they will fight to protect them. In any case where the mare does reject her foal, it is because she deems it is physically damaged at birth or it is not 'normal'. A mare having her first foal is known as a maiden mare, whereas others are known as broodmares.
What are the parts of a horse herd?
Leader Stallion and Leader Mare Stallion Mare Foal Filly Pregnant Mares Eldered Horse
Will a mare who got accidentally pregnant at three years old have any trouble birthing or will the foal have birth defects?
plenty of mares get pregnant that young. the foal should be fine and so should your mare
How soon after foaling is a mare likely to come into season?
Mares come into a foal heat within a week or 10 days after foaling. In the wild, it's not uncommon for a stallion to breed with a mare in foal heat, however a mare may be reluctant because of the foal's presence. She might not show any signs of heat either.
How does a mare's age affect her gestation period?
Younger mares and mares with good uterine characteristics tend to foal earlier than older mares. With age the uterus tends to be compromised to a greater or lesser degree which slows the development of the foal and increases gestation.
Do mares need a boy horse to get a foal?
Yes, to produce a foal the mare needs to be serviced (covered) by a stallion. Or this can be done artificially using insemination methods.
Is it normal for mares to go over 12 months before they foal?
It is not common for mares to go over 12 months before foaling. Most mares typically have a gestation period of around 11 months. If a mare is approaching or exceeding 12 months gestation, it may be advisable to seek veterinary advice to ensure the health of the mare and foal.
How long does a mare stay pregnant if it is her first?
All things being equal...good nutrition, and a pristine uterus in a mature, young mare lends itself to earlier foaling. Older virgin mares can be more problematic. A bred immature mare/filly can go longer. Generally a minimum of 310 days will result in a viable foal, if the pregnancy is normal (no infection, body pregnancy etc.) Nominal is 335-345 days... Mares can go a full year in foal under certain circumstances and produce a healthy foal. Plan for an early foal...first foal mares can foal without developing an udder...hope for around 335-345 days.
