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You may be nervous and excited for your pregnant mare. Whether this is your first foal or twentieth, you’re likely to experience a rush of emotions as you wait for this new arrival. The first 24 hours of their life is critical, so enjoy it but be cautious and prepared for anything. First 24 Hours...

Spring is just a month away. This beautiful season brings the birth of a lot of babies, including foals! If your mare is expecting, then she’s likely quite round right about now. Most mares foal in late spring. You can remember these special moments by having a maternity photoshoot for your horse! Baby on board!...

Whether this is your mare’s first time or she’s a pro, it’s important to keep a close eye on her before she foals. There are quite a few telltale signs to be on the lookout for. These behaviors indicate that things are moving along smoothly. It can even be helpful to create a checklist! Normal...

Say hello to Hayes! Daniel and Kate Harrison welcomed their baby boy, Hayes, at 1:46am on November 20, 2019. Kate shared some special photos of the little guy on Instagram on November 22nd for all to see. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kate Harrison (@imkateharrison) Hayes Harrison was seven pounds and...

From new life to death, the life cycle of a horse is fascinating. These beautiful animals have a unique journey from the time they are born until they enter their senior years. While most horse owners don’t get to see their horse go through all of the stages, it can be enjoyable to see at...

The miracle of a foal being born is something worth seeing! Little Hooves and Cascadia has set up a live foaling camera so that viewers from around the globe can watch the special moment a horse makes its entrance into the world. The cam is on 24/7 365 days of the year from Washington state,...

There’s hardly anything better than a precious foal born from your beloved mare. Foals have a way of stealing our hearts with their adorable personalities. They’re truly a gift! If you know a mare that’s almost due, it might be time to read up on these six foal facts. They’ll help get you prepared for...

Maybe your mare has been kept with a stallion or perhaps you bought her at an auction where her living arrangements were unknown, either way I’m sure you’d like to know if her growing belly is from hay or a foal. Determining if your mare is pregnant can be tricky, depending on how far along...