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I have noticed my mare having a little bit of red crusty around her vulva once in a while. She has a white vulva so its very easy to see. She seems fine. Does yours have a temp or any other abnormal behavior?

Oh goodness...I used to live in Northern California so I know ticks can be a problem for sure. I never found one on my horse though. Plenty on the dogs. I am also sending you positive thoughts and prayers. Just make sure you somehow keep him hydrated. You have great vets in that area and UC...

Yes, I am expecting a lot of sleepless nights. I have cameras on her so at least I wont have to run to the barn every 15 minutes. I am just worried about things going wrong...of course, because that is what I do! I am excited to see a healthy baby and what color SHE will be. Ha! Best of luck to...

Hello! I am learning all I can to be prepared for my mare's delivery also! My girl is about 270 days so I still have awhile. Please keep us posted!

Good question about the bute. I wonder why the vet had me use that instead of banamine. I do have a 2 year old colt that is allergic to banamine. Thats another story... I am using a supplement called Serraquin that is for inflammation and digestion problems. I also use Safe Choice Special Diet...

My mare is around 270 days and is already so restless when she sleeps. I cant imagine what she will be going forward. I did read on one of the facebook mini forums that one breeder had a foal at 285 days perfectly healthy. The moral to that must be keep watching! Most mini breeders say 320 is...

Thanks for the encouragement and info! Omeprazole is not recommended during pregnancy per vet so we opted for this supplement that seems to be helping her appetite and reducing inflammation that bute can cause. Of course, I am worried and trying to prepare for the unexpected. I have read that...

Hello, I have been reading the threads here and there is a lot of helpful information. I am a returning member that has not used the forum for a few years...I have been a horse owner my whole life but I am new to minis as of 4 years ago. I have rescued a mini mare that is due to foal not too...