Preparing a Maiden Mare
The Ultimate Young Horse Masterclass
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1m 30s
A maiden mare is a mare that has never given birth before. Foaling can be stressful, especially the first time. So it's important to know what to expect and be perpared. Anthony Lieir goes over the things he does to prepare a maiden mare for foaling and talks about what you can expect from a firsttime mare.
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