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Mare and Foal

A Foal Safe Plan

There was a good reason old Aunt Edna didn’t fancy having young children come visit. Filled with enticing nooks and…

17 years ago

Equine Viral Arteritis

Q. I am interested in breeding my maiden mare, but am concerned about EVA. How can I ensure that the…

17 years ago

DNA testing for Inherited Disease

The Veterinary Genetics Laboratory at the University of California, Davis, offers DNA testing for several inherited equine diseases. Before breeding…

18 years ago

Raising Foals: Stall vs. Pasture

Q. What are the potential effects of raising a young horse in a stall versus letting him grow up on…

18 years ago

Pneumonia is major killer of foals

One of the most common diseases in foals six months and younger is pneumonia. Although many different organisms can cause…

18 years ago

Foaling Supplies Checklist

The big day is just around the corner! Your long-awaited foal is about to arrive. By this time, you’ve decided…

18 years ago

‘Tis the Season

Researchers in New Zealand are suggesting that a foal’s birth season may affect his development more than we think. Their…

18 years ago

Red Bag Delivery

Q: Can you explain what a red bag delivery is? I have a mare that is due to foal this…

18 years ago

Babies and Rabies

According to recent research published by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, the current recommendations for the primary rabies…

18 years ago

Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Because a number of factors can affect the risks of falling victim to potentially deadly brain-swelling diseases carried by mosquitoes,…

20 years ago