So, I swore our mare was going to deliver the other day, but it was just a false labor. I figured since this is the first time that I have been involved in the birthing process with a horse, I'd share some of the experiences with you. After it's all said and done, I'll dig around the net and find some good articles to back up what I learn on this first one. We have two more due this year, which will be good practice. I plan on breeding my mare this season, so next year when she delivers I'll be much more experienced!
I have the good fortune to work on a farm that has well seasoned brood mares and owners with about 20 years of experience. This is old hat for them, but a whole new game for the farm manager and me.
So this mare was due on the 29th of Jan, but it's just been the last couple days that we think that she's close to ready. The owners have shown us the signs to watch for that tell that the time is getting close, and we'll take a look at them when I next write.
Keep yer fingers crossed!
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