yellerroseintx
Well-Known Member
you know when something just doesn't feel right? I am used to the up and robust foals that keep mama busy within the hour and are zoomin around. this little guy is different. I called the Vet and told her what he was doing and all I have been doing...she had a name f 2 or it but..geesh...left me... sorry...anyways...I did get some colostrum down him at around 10 and 11...this last times, if I hold/prop him he actually nursed for a bit...so..as she said as long as progress is forward then we will see. She advised to help him nurse every half hour for the next 12 hours. Mama is sooo good..she even lifted her leg so we could try harder. Vet said it was the opposiite of premature...when they carry so long the foal is motor immature and has to catch up????? He walks right under his mama and lays on his back like a dog does. He is stronger now than he was this morning so keep him in your thoughts. Anybody had this happen?