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What is Mud Fever?
Mud Fever, also known as the Scratches, dew poisoning, pastern dermatitis, grease heel, or greasy...
My mare is due at the end of April. Since I know you just had a new fillly (April) and your other mare (LA) is due in days, what are you looking for to know that foal is coming soon?
Usually a mare's udder will get larger, and there will be some waxing on the teats and possibly a...
My mare is due to have her foal soon. What should I expect for the foal right after birth.
Foaling season is now in full swing here in Indiana. All thoroughbreds have an assigned birthday...
Are your horses at Hawthorne bred selectively? How do you decide which horses will breed?
Yes, the stallion is usually picked for qualities he has or produces in his offspring that...
What does is mean when a foal is scouring?
In the first 10 days to 2 weeks after foaling, a mare will usually go into what is called a 'foal...
What does it mean when a horse is in foal?
A mare is pregnant. When the mare is foaling, she is actually in labor and giving birth. We say,...
What do you use on the newborn foals to help prevent problems or infections?
We make an iodine solution, and I use it on the foals right after birth. I use Strong Tincture of...
How do I apply the witch hazel to reduce muscle strains?
Rub it in like a brace on the skin. Massage, massage and massage—the time spent rubbing is just as...
How often can I use witch hazel on my horse’s skin? Will it dry the skin out?
I have used it daily on many horses. No, it is actually very soothing and has a little bit of an...