Friday, June 18, 2010

Fat mares & foaling problems

Just a quick note about obese horses...
I have seen fat mares not conceive on many attempts, and this year, I saw first hand problems with obese mares & foaling.
Too much water gain, too much feed, too little exercise all add up to problems. PLEASE keep your mare in check weight-wise, and give her plenty of exercise. If she's a lazy or older mare, this may mean forced exercise, such as riding, lunging, playful pasture mates, or whatever it takes!
Vet bills are much more costly than a little extra work from you...

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