A perfect delivery of a newborn foal is a beautiful example of nature at it's best. But when problems occur, they can quickly become life threatening to both the mare and foal. Your careful preparations can make the difference between life and death of both the mare and foal during parturition.
Breeding is a risk - and the foaling process is a major factor in raising good babies. The only way to eliminate risk is not breed, but reducing the risk is smart management.
Marketing your stallion in this world of high tech is a trying tasks. If you are not informed you will not have your sheet booked for the coming year. This information series will help you get a grip on these trends and fill that booking sheet.
Swayback, or Lordosis, is a commonly seen condition in older horses. A genetic defect, lordosis is responsible for a severe deviation in the spine that can be visually startling, but generally does not affect the usefullness or health of the horse.
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