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Reproduction

Chestnut mare grazes with nursing foal
May 09, 2016

Boosting Broodmare Immune Systems

Managing broodmares and providing superior nutrition, especially during the last trimester and lactation, frequently involves offering a variety of nutritional Read more
Foal nursing
April 21, 2016

Broodmare Nutrition: Advantages of Feeding Omega-3s

The advantages of feeding omega-3 fatty acids to mares and foals are multifold. Supplements containing eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and Read more
Running haflinger mare with foal
March 10, 2016

L-Arginine Supplementation in Mare Reproduction

L-arginine is now known for playing important roles in the functioning of the immune, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems. Read more
Stallion playing in paddock
February 15, 2016

Support Stallion Fertility with Targeted Supplementation

Optimum fertility for stallions can be supported by correct nutrition and targeted supplementation with specific vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and Read more
Mare and foal in pasture
September 22, 2015

Don’t Forget Momma: Post-Weaning Tips for Mares

Most mares, especially older ones, accept weaning with aplomb, but careful attention should be paid to them in case Read more
Paint mare with foal nursing
June 08, 2015

Benefits of Mare Colostrum: Beyond Antibodies

Foals require a sufficient volume of high-quality colostrum within the first hours of life because they lack infection-fighting antibodies Read more
Stallion playing in paddock
April 13, 2015

Stallion Diets Important for Body Condition, Fertility

Feeding each stallion as an individual is important. The stallion's book (number of mares served during the breeding season), Read more
Paint mare with foal nursing
March 30, 2015

How Nutritious Is Your Mare’s Colostrum?

There are several ways to determine whether a mare’s colostrum contains enough immunoglobulins to protect her newborn foal against Read more
Mare an foal walking through lush pasture
March 24, 2015

Do Broodmare Diets Influence Metabolic Status of Foals?

Broodmares must have their nutritional needs met in order to produce healthy, well-grown foals. However, there is some question Read more
Foal laying down in pasture
March 19, 2015

Colostrum Quality: Nutrition of Mares Key

Foals should stand and nurse within one hour after birth. Vigilant foaling attendants consider their duties incomplete until the Read more
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