Category Archives: Mare & Foal Feed

Creep Feeding Foals

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Tiffany T.

When was the last time you picked a mare out for breeding based solely on the fact that she was a good milker? If you are like most horse owners, that thought probably didn’t even cross your mind when it …

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Feeding the Broodmare During Lactation

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Roy J.

Proper nutrition for the broodmare during lactation is essential to make certain that she produces adequate milk for the foal and also maintains her body condition so that she will re-breed successfully and safely carry the next year’s foal. The …

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Feeding Broodmares

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Roy J.

During a mare’s pregnancy, some significant changes happen that cause her nutrition needs to skyrocket. While bred mares should be fed a quality maintenance diet for the first half of their pregnancy, a maintenance feeding program just won’t cut it after the …

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Inside the Broodmare’s Belly…

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Tiffany T.

Are you anxiously awaiting that first foal of the spring? Do you have the foaling stall ready, the vet on speed dial, and the video camera on the battery charger? While you’ve been busy prepping, here are some of the …

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Weaning Foals

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Gina T.

Early autumn is a time when horse owners are frequently preparing to wean foals from their dams. Proper preparation makes the process much easier. There are several management practices that should be in place before the foal is weaned: Make …

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Feeding Broodmares Properly

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Gina T.

While visiting an area farm at feeding time I watched the owner give her mare an extra portion of feed since she was eating for two. I know she meant well, but the mare is not due until May. I …

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