Foaling Articles
Complete guides on foaling preparation, signs of labor, and newborn foal care.
Foaling Stall Design: Dimensions, Flooring & Safety
A proper foaling stall requires a minimum of 14×14 feet (196 sq ft), non-slip flooring, and specific safety features to protect both mare and newborn foal. Getting these fundamentals right dramatically reduces foaling complications and improves outcomes in that critical first hour.
Brix Refractometer: Test Foal Colostrum Quality Fast
A Brix refractometer gives you an immediate colostrum quality reading in the foaling stall: no lab required. Learn the exact thresholds, testing protocol, and what to do when colostrum falls short.
The 1-2-3 Foaling Rule: Critical First Hours
The 1-2-3 Foaling Rule gives every breeder a simple, evidence-based framework: foal stands within 1 hour, nurses within 2 hours, mare passes placenta within 3 hours. Missing any of these milestones signals a veterinary emergency that can rapidly become life-threatening.
Milk Calcium & pH Test Strips for Foaling Prediction
Milk calcium and pH test strips can predict foaling within 24-48 hours by detecting hormonal shifts in mammary secretions. Understanding the protocols and accuracy benchmarks helps breeders intervene at the right moment.
Complete Foaling Kit: Vet-Approved Supplies
A well-stocked foaling kit can mean the difference between life and death for your mare and foal. This veterinarian-approved guide covers every essential supply, emergency item, and critical timeline you need for a safe delivery in 2026.
Foaling Alarm Systems Compared: Belt, Accelerometer & Magnet
Choosing the right foaling alarm can mean the difference between a safe delivery and a tragedy. This guide compares belt, accelerometer, and magnet-based systems so breeders can make an informed decision before the foaling season.