Every breeder knows that the birth of a foal is a very special and emotionally charged event. The mare is able to hold back the moment of birth and, when she feels ready, seeks her privacy and starts her foaling, which generally takes place at night. This choice sometimes proves to be a problem, as unfortunately not all those who breed these specimens are able to witness it.
However, being present at this event is very important, as the breeder must be able to offer his support during the mare’s birth in order to avoid any complications during the birth. In this article, we will explain all the reasons why it is necessary to assist the mare during foaling.
Giving birth to a mare and the birth of a foal
As you well know, seeing the birth of a new life is a unique and memorable experience: this applies to people as well as animals. Especially when one is attached to one’s own specimens, missing the birth of a foal can be frustrating, but not only that: it can also often cause certain problems and lead to tragic results. In fact, in addition to the emotion that accompanies these events, one must even consider the eventual complications that can arise during labour: sometimes it is possible that the foal or mare will lose its life during this delicate moment.
Usually, although it is a very important effort on the mare’s part, the birth does not go badly, even when the baby is in breech position. However, this is not always the case: just as with humans, there is no shortage of problems for equines during this very delicate moment. Therefore, of course, witnessing the birth of a foal is an exciting experience for breeders, but also a way to avoid discomfort and to be able to act immediately in the event of complications. For this reason, it is always recommended to watch over the mare in the moments before foal births.
Not only health: the crucial role of the horse in the breeder’s profession
Breeding horses is not just a passion: it is a profession that allows many people to earn a living. It also means selling foals or training them in a short time so that they can compete for important national and international competitions. Therefore, it is fair to think that being present at the mare’s foaling also allows you to safeguard the health of a specimen that could be sold, or at any rate result in a considerable profit in terms of money.
It is natural that a healthy pony is able to compete (and have a better chance of winning) and can be sold at auctions with ease, even for very high figures. In short, its state of health increases its economic value, especially if it is a bred horse. Considering all these elements, it is clear that for the breeder, watching a mare foaling is important in many respects, as he is also protecting his form of investment at this time.
Horse birth monitoring: a system to be available at the right time
As mentioned, mares usually give birth at night. Therefore, it is not easy for many breeders to be present. However, by doing the maths well and following the physical and mood changes of the mare, it is possible to understand whether the time of foaling is near or not. Nevertheless, this constant attention would still result in many sleepless nights, which would be detrimental to both the breeder and the animal.
To avoid this, the team at Sisteck has come up with a special parturition monitoring system for equines: the C6 Birth Control or C6 EVO, an innovative device designed to allow horses to monitor their foaling and watch over the health of the mare.
C6 Birth Control and C6 EVO, the efficient systems for monitoring horse births
The C6 Birth Control and C6 EVO are tools that can really change the lives of breeders: they mainly consist of a radio transmitter that, once installed, alerts the breeder precisely at the time of foaling, via calls or text messages to numbers previously stored on the system. Alternatively, additional acoustic or visual alarms can be used. In this way, the numbers previously registered on these devices will be informed in real time of the approaching calving time, so that breeders and veterinarians can be present.
In fact, thanks to the C6 Birth Control and C6 EVO devices, it is possible to attend the foal’s birth and alert the vet at the right time. This means being able to follow the birth in every phase, safeguarding the health of mother and child. This device is therefore a reliable and useful solution and a support that should not be underestimated. If you would like more technical information on how these devices work, please do not hesitate to contact us: we are waiting to answer all your questions.
