February 27, 2016 - Foal Care

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Care of Newborn Foals in Bad Weather

by Heather Smith Thomas

The first hours of life are critical for the foal’s survival and future health. Usually a healthy newborn has no problems, but sometimes severe weather presents challenges. Dr. Peter Sheerin, owner of Nandi Veterinary Associates in New Freedom, Pa. (an equine practice with a strong emphasis on reproduction), says one of the biggest things we worry about in newborns is their ability to regulate body temperature.

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