Darla's official foaling thread.

[Wings]

Diane pretty much sums up why the filly fairy is in such demand.

Anything I keep has to be above average, I want to put all my 'keeper' foals through the show ring before they go into the breeding herd, so I have to be picky.

Hard when they are so easy to fall in love with! I'm just glad the first one of the season was a keeper!

 

[cassie]

Darla looking very uncomfortable... Longest I have seen her standing up!!!

Swaying maybe little butt tucks I can see.... Hmmm looking like she wants to lie down then just sways back n forth...

 

[cassie]

Darla looking very uncomfortable with her tail in the air...

 

[cassie]

down sternal some fleming attempting to roll...

she is waiting for the night shift to arrive so all aunties are watching!!!

back up...

 

[Equuisize]

I'm heading to bed.

Hope the next shift is on, watching Darla.

I agree with Cassie that Darla seems very uncomfortable.

She's up, she's down, she switches down positions.

She seemed to be breathing hard so wondering if the 'punkin

might be moving around, into a better position.

Think I'll leave the computer on and check back thruout the

night when I do my wandering about the house.

Night all.

 

[cassie]

night Nancy!! I'm sure Renee and Anna will be here shortly and I am watching!!

now back flat out.....

now back sternal not down long...

 

[Eagle]

I am here. Night everyone.

Hello Cassie

 

[Lindi-loo]

I didnt mind what I had either was a blessing but having a colt last time made it even more special having a filly this time..the same with your own babies i guess its nice to have one of each or a few in my case

not just boys or girls..keeps life interesting

 

[cassie]

Hi Renee

glad your here

won't be able to watch for the next hour, end of day procdures... the feeding pony time

 

[AnnaC]

Oh dear, poor Darla is not at all comfortable. Her feet still seem to be bothering her and she is a bit unbalanced when getting up. She really isn't finding this stage of her pregnancy easy is she.

A few days ago you said that you were going to get your equine vet out to give her the once over if Darla showed no improvement with her feet. Just wondering what he/she said and whether any help was offered?

 

[lucky lodge]

Is this strange for darla to be laying down so long...hope she;s ok

 

[anyssapark]

Darla has been quite comfortable and flat out sleeping for a while now...

I cant watch tonight. We have visitors, so i am not going to be around a lot. But just thought i'd check in.

 

[lucky lodge]

wow darlas up shes been sleeping for hours

 

[Lindi-loo]

still think Darla looks a bit uncomfortable the way shes standing. tail high and a little hunched..poor girl i hope its all over for her soon

 

[cassie]

I agree Lindi!! poor thing really isn't liking the last few weeks of pregnancy!!!

poor Darla!

 

[lucky lodge]

Is darla a maiden mare does anyone no

 

[cassie]

not sure actually Jenny hmmm.... sure we will find out when Jess wakes up

 

[Eagle]

Yes, she is only 4 If I remember correctly

 

[jessj]

hi everyone! I thought that i updated from home?? My post didnt show up. Did the same on marestare...maybe i forgot to hit post? Her temp is 98.7 this morning. Ph is hovering around 7.6 - 7.8 and not dropping any more. She is pretty tender on her right front foot, the others are actually alot better. I did talk to my vet. She didnt actually come out. I didnt realize, but she is having some health issues and is taking some time off right now. I described the situation. She suggested keeping her stalled for a few days to restrict her movement. No pain meds for now, but if this doesnt help she gave me a recommendation for another equine vet.

 

[jessj]

Thanks for posting her original story miss diane! She seems to be ok just standing, but when she walks she is tender on that foot. Her hooves arent warm at all. I need to take a pic of the bottom of her foot to show you guys. I will try to do that this afternoon.