I am renting out my pastures, and one of the horses is due to have a foal in May. While I have a lot of experience with horses, I have little on the breeding/foaling area. I did not know this mare was pregnant when we rented out our pastures, and I have found the owner to be neglectful and cheap when it comes to the horses care(I would have evicted , but I was more worried about what would happen if I wasn't watching over them). So I know that when the mare goes into labor, I will be the only one out there. I really need some help and advice on warning signs of troubled labor and also what are the signs of a good labor. I've been gaining her trust (grooming her, treats, and love) so she won't kick the hell out of me if anything happens, but I need to know what those signs are. When do I let nature take it's course, and when do I call a vet (I may have to eat the bill for a horse I don't own)?
I know this is a weird situation, so I could really use advice from a vet or breeder!
2007-03-13
20:08:15
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