Mares Foals And Foaling A Handbook For The Small Breeder

With its revolving almanac calendar allowing owners to predict foaling dates and changes of diet, this book aims to save many owners from false alarms by describing the stages of pregnancy.

From selecting a suitable stallion to foal handling, weaning and youngstock management, this is a practical guide to breeding for the first-time brood mare owner, or small breeder.

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Breeder's Guide to Mare, Foal, and Stallion Care is intended for the novice and experienced breeder alike. This comprehensive, straightforward guide provides all the necessary information a breeder will need straight from the authorities on all the relevant topics.--COVER.

The Ultimate Companion for the First-Time Foal Breeder Even for an experienced horse owner or caretaker, breeding your first foal can be an exciting yet nerve-racking experience. With more than thirty years of experience, horse owner, trainer, and caretaker Lainey Cullen-McConkey blends a bit of science, a bit of textbook, and a fair bit of personal experience to offer a good basic understanding of foal breeding for the first-time breeder. Foal Breeding for Beginners follows Lainey’s personal journey with her own foal, covering the entire gestation period from ultrasounds and vaccinations to care and training. Other helpful topics include: Choosing a stallion The breeding process Care of the pregnant mare Foaling What can go wrong Weaning Basic education of the foal And so much more! Foal Breeding for Beginners covers everything you need to know and do to make your own foal breeding journey just a little bit less stressful.