For all horse breeders, the mare’s pregnancy has an emotional and economic value. It is therefore essential to be prepared for the birth of the foal and to know how to behave in order to face the whole process with serenity and closeness towards the mare and the young. It is important to give these animals the right amount of help, also because without it labour could include unpleasant difficulties.
Tips to always bear in mind
In order to help the dam in a practical way, the first thing to know for sure is the date on which the baby was conceived. In this way it will be possible to make the right calculation, considering about 340 days of gestation of the animal, and find the period in which the birth of the foal can take place. By doing this, it will be easier to understand which days you will have to follow the mother with more apprehension.
It will be useful to observe the dam carefully, so as to meet her needs and ensure that she is well. It is also important to alert your vet, who, like a midwife, should be prepared for the birth and be present at the event. The professional’s presence will provide extra security in the event of any problems. They can even follow up and help mother and child in the event of a premature birth.
Foaling Alarm: technology that offers extra help
The bitch will need help before and after the foal is born, but the breeder also deserves help. In this situation the vet can provide the right support, but technology will do the rest. There are a number of advanced devices available for anyone wishing to have extra confidence in the monitoring of the pregnancy and the success of the foaling.
These are called Foaling Alarm: they allow the mare to be monitored and alert the farmer at foaling time and therefore before the foal is born. They enable remote alerts to be received by phone call and/or message at the exact moment the mare is about to foal.
Thanks to these efficient devices, the breeder and the vet do not risk being late. This avoids problems and allows mother and child to be followed step by step. All this can be done without too many worries and there is no need for sleepless nights waiting by the animal’s side until labour is complete.
The various systems for assisting the foal’s birth
Depending on the type of device, the Foaling Alarm provides access to different functions. In the final stages of pregnancy, it is useful to use the C6 EVO. This is a good signalling system that will send the alarm at the time of foaling to pre-recorded numbers.
The C6 Birth Control kit is an even more technologically advanced signalling system, while the C6 Alarm Bell is a simpler but effective tool. It is perfect for those who don’t want to receive phone alerts or messages, but still want to be alerted in time to witness the birth of their foal. To find out which product is best for your business please contact us. We will be happy to provide you with answers and solutions.
