Carolyn R
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Okay, had a new foal born last night. The mare is a maiden, good mom, but she is over grooming the baby. She was actually tugging off the front slippers when the baby was sleeping, and she has been licking her tush so much she actually has a small raw spot on the edge of her vulva.
I know it is only a matter of 2 or 3 days until the baby gets so fed up that she will position herself differently while nursing to prevent it from occurring. In the meantime,anyone ever deal with this ordo you have any pointers on how to keep the mare from doing this?
The foal has plenty of room to escape mom, they are in an inside 12x35" area, so that is not an issue. I have steroid ointment from the vet to provide quick healing.
Carolyn
I know it is only a matter of 2 or 3 days until the baby gets so fed up that she will position herself differently while nursing to prevent it from occurring. In the meantime,anyone ever deal with this ordo you have any pointers on how to keep the mare from doing this?
The foal has plenty of room to escape mom, they are in an inside 12x35" area, so that is not an issue. I have steroid ointment from the vet to provide quick healing.
Carolyn
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