Mares will tend to get antsy right before foaling (ie: a few days before) and they will drip milk from their udders. I've written an article about our mares during foaling @ http://www.ehow.com/how_4526561_prepare-mare-foaling.html
The mare gave birth to foals...the mares foaled.
This can vary in breeds. It can be a week before the birth, just after the milk bag waxes. It can be the day of the birth. Milk is produced about 24 to48 hours after birth. The milk bag will produce colostrum first. This is vital to the foal. It contains antibodies the foal needs for fighting off diseases.
Premature delivery in mares is typically considered to occur when a foal is born before reaching 320 days of gestation. This can lead to potential health complications for the foal due to underdevelopment of vital organs. Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial to increase the chances of survival for the premature 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.
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!
Some mares are already in milk before the foal is born. It is generally only maiden mares or early foaling mares that take more time for their milk to come in.
The mare gave birth to foals...the mares foaled.
Yes, a foal can die before birth.
A Mares' offspring is called a "Foal".
She should have udder growth but there are waxy substances keeping the milk from being leaked out. Some mares get more milk sooner, some later. Some right before they give birth.
a foal
A foal.
=no you can not take a mare away from its foal straight after its birth=
No more than fillys or any other foal.
This can vary in breeds. It can be a week before the birth, just after the milk bag waxes. It can be the day of the birth. Milk is produced about 24 to48 hours after birth. The milk bag will produce colostrum first. This is vital to the foal. It contains antibodies the foal needs for fighting off diseases.
Premature delivery in mares is typically considered to occur when a foal is born before reaching 320 days of gestation. This can lead to potential health complications for the foal due to underdevelopment of vital organs. Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial to increase the chances of survival for the premature foal.
Mares typically stay pregnant for 11 months, but may give birth up to a month early or late.