Summer
we got our pony 2 months ago from a pony ride business.come to find out she is pregnant.the man didnt tell me anything about her.not her age,pregnancyy,nothing.for the past 3 weeks we have been weighing her.we weighed her on the 6th and she gained 21 pounds.we weighed her tonight and she gained 10.also,there is a pouch in front of her teets that is sagging very low and is slowly working its way to her teets.would anybody know about how far aong she is?i really need to know asap she is a shetland pony approx. 4 years old
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Expectant Mare
Assuring the Health and Well-Being of the Pregnant Mare.
We often think of pregnancy as a delicate and fragile condition. When it comes to horses, this perception is perhaps due to the mare's relatively poor reproductive performance in comparison to other domestic animals. However, in a natural setting, the mare does comparatively well reproductively. Therefore, this seemingly poor performance is due as much to improper management as to any reproductive deficiency. Fortunately, management is something we can control.
As a conscientious owner, you probably have many questions about caring for your expectant mare. In truth, you may be a little worried. Relax. With a little TLC, your mare should progress through her pregnancy without mishap. Proper nutrition, deworming, exercise, and vaccinations will help ensure a healthy pregnancy, and you can look forward to the birth of your foal with greater confidence.
PRECARIOUS BEGINNINGS
The earliest days of an embryo's existence are perhaps the most precarious. During the first 30 days, there is a 10-15% chance that the embryo will be reabsorbed. Stress, illness, uterine infection, hormonal abnormalities, the presence of twins, and other factors have been implicated in early embryonic loss. Often, the cause remains undetermined.
When the mare conceives, the fertilized egg (zygote) travels down the fallopian tubes and enters the uterus around day 6-7. It migrates throughout the uterus until about day 16 and typically implants into the uterine wall at 6-8 weeks. By day 12-13, the embryonic vesicle is usually large enough to be detected by ultrasonic examinations, during which an image is made by bouncing sound waves off tissues. For practical reasons, some breeding farms simply tease the mare 14-20 days after her last breeding date to see if she comes back into estrus (heat). If she does not, the pregnancy may then be confirmed by ultrasound or trans-rectal palpation at approximately 30-35 days post-breeding.
Neither teasing, palpation, nor ultrasound has been shown to harm the developing embryo or endanger the pregnancy. However, because of the embryo's uncertain beginning, it may be wise to have the pregnancy reconfirmed at 45, 60 or 90 days.
TROUBLESOME TWINS
Some reproductive specialists recommend an ultrasound exam at 14-16 days post-ovulation to detect twins. Early detection of twins provides an opportunity to eliminate one embryo, thus allowing the other to develop normally. This is commonly done because twins pose a number of risks:
In 95% of mares with twin embryos, one or both embryos are resorbed or aborted during the first 60 days. However, waiting to see if this occurs naturally could delay or interfere with a subsequent successful pregnancy.
Of the small percentage of twins that survive in utero past 50 days, it is highly unlikely that two healthy foals will be born. If either survives, it may be small and weak.
Most twins surviving past 50 days will spontaneously abort at 6-8 months.
Mares carrying twins are more likely to give birth prematurely (before 300-320 days). Premature foals may have serious medical problems and are less likely to survive.
HELPING NATURE TAKE ITS COURSE
Good broodmare management is the best aid for helping the mare make it through the critical first 30-60 days of pregnancy.
The mare should go into the breeding season fit and perhaps gaining weight. Severely underweight mares will have more trouble conceiving than will mares of appropriate weight.
Avoid stressing the mare as much as possible. Stress can cause a drop in progesterone, a hormone which helps maintain pregnancy. Illness and/or fever can cause the mare's system to secrete prostaglandins, which may cause abortion.
USE GOOD JUDGMENT
Transport your mare only if necessary.
Use caution when exposing your mare to other horses. You should avoid any undue risk of injury or disease transmission.
Provide nutritious forage, but don't overfeed. Supplementing with vitamins and minerals is unnecessary in mares being fed a balanced diet.
Make sure the mare is current on vaccines and deworming. Consult your veterinarian for recommendations regarding specific vaccinations and deworming interval during pregnancy.
Do not administer hormones or other drugs unless specifically prescribed by your equine practitioner.
Carefully evaluate the mare before deciding whether to breed on foal heat. Consult your veterinarian.
COASTING THROUGH MIDDLE PREGNANCY
Unless there are special circumstances, during the first 7 months of pregnancy, treat your mare as you would a non-pregnant one. She will benefit from moderate riding or exercise.
Expectant Mare
Assuring the Health and Well-Being of the Pregnant Mare.
We often think of pregnancy as a delicate and fragile condition. When it comes to horses, this perception is perhaps due to the mare's relatively poor reproductive performance in comparison to other domestic animals. However, in a natural setting, the mare does comparatively well reproductively. Therefore, this seemingly poor performance is due as much to improper management as to any reproductive deficiency. Fortunately, management is something we can control.
As a conscientious owner, you probably have many questions about caring for your expectant mare. In truth, you may be a little worried. Relax. With a little TLC, your mare should progress through her pregnancy without mishap. Proper nutrition, deworming, exercise, and vaccinations will help ensure a healthy pregnancy, and you can look forward to the birth of your foal with greater confidence.
PRECARIOUS BEGINNINGS
The earliest days of an embryo's existence are perhaps the most precarious. During the first 30 days, there is a 10-15% chance that the embryo will be reabsorbed. Stress, illness, uterine infection, hormonal abnormalities, the presence of twins, and other factors have been implicated in early embryonic loss. Often, the cause remains undetermined.
When the mare conceives, the fertilized egg (zygote) travels down the fallopian tubes and enters the uterus around day 6-7. It migrates throughout the uterus until about day 16 and typically implants into the uterine wall at 6-8 weeks. By day 12-13, the embryonic vesicle is usually large enough to be detected by ultrasonic examinations, during which an image is made by bouncing sound waves off tissues. For practical reasons, some breeding farms simply tease the mare 14-20 days after her last breeding date to see if she comes back into estrus (heat). If she does not, the pregnancy may then be confirmed by ultrasound or trans-rectal palpation at approximately 30-35 days post-breeding.
Neither teasing, palpation, nor ultrasound has been shown to harm the developing embryo or endanger the pregnancy. However, because of the embryo's uncertain beginning, it may be wise to have the pregnancy reconfirmed at 45, 60 or 90 days.
TROUBLESOME TWINS
Some reproductive specialists recommend an ultrasound exam at 14-16 days post-ovulation to detect twins. Early detection of twins provides an opportunity to eliminate one embryo, thus allowing the other to develop normally. This is commonly done because twins pose a number of risks:
In 95% of mares with twin embryos, one or both embryos are resorbed or aborted during the first 60 days. However, waiting to see if this occurs naturally could delay or interfere with a subsequent successful pregnancy.
Of the small percentage of twins that survive in utero past 50 days, it is highly unlikely that two healthy foals will be born. If either survives, it may be small and weak.
Most twins surviving past 50 days will spontaneously abort at 6-8 months.
Mares carrying twins are more likely to give birth prematurely (before 300-320 days). Premature foals may have serious medical problems and are less likely to survive.
HELPING NATURE TAKE ITS COURSE
Good broodmare management is the best aid for helping the mare make it through the critical first 30-60 days of pregnancy.
The mare should go into the breeding season fit and perhaps gaining weight. Severely underweight mares will have more trouble conceiving than will mares of appropriate weight.
Avoid stressing the mare as much as possible. Stress can cause a drop in progesterone, a hormone which helps maintain pregnancy. Illness and/or fever can cause the mare's system to secrete prostaglandins, which may cause abortion.
USE GOOD JUDGMENT
Transport your mare only if necessary.
Use caution when exposing your mare to other horses. You should avoid any undue risk of injury or disease transmission.
Provide nutritious forage, but don't overfeed. Supplementing with vitamins and minerals is unnecessary in mares being fed a balanced diet.
Make sure the mare is current on vaccines and deworming. Consult your veterinarian for recommendations regarding specific vaccinations and deworming interval during pregnancy.
Do not administer hormones or other drugs unless specifically prescribed by your equine practitioner.
Carefully evaluate the mare before deciding whether to breed on foal heat. Consult your veterinarian.
COASTING THROUGH MIDDLE PREGNANCY
Unless there are special circumstances, during the first 7 months of pregnancy, treat your mare as you would a non-pregnant one. She will benefit from moderate riding or exercise.
to have twins ?
marylovefa
how can you have twins [get pregnatnt with a twins i am to shy to ask some one in face because there is sex included i supose
Answer
Get Pregnant on BC, I have quite a few friends who got pregnant on it and most had twins, it says right on the paper that comes with the BC that if you get pregnant on it you have a chance of having multiples. ..Another one is most people who get pregnant in there 40's have a high risk of twins, look at celebrities for instance and look at how many who had kids in there 40's and had twins.
You could also try the following I found online
old wise Chinese Doctor, that if you want to conceive Twins naturally, here is the recipe:
B6 vitamin (200mg daily)
Calcium (1000mg daily)
Yams (Freshly brewed in a Juicer)
Apparently all three of those things must be used on a daily basis to ensure a naturally stimulated ovary that will ovulate at least 2 eggs a month.
http://multiples.about.com/od/funfacts/tp/howtohavetwins.htm
http://multiples.about.com/od/howtohavetwins/qt/howtohavetwinso.htm
Get Pregnant on BC, I have quite a few friends who got pregnant on it and most had twins, it says right on the paper that comes with the BC that if you get pregnant on it you have a chance of having multiples. ..Another one is most people who get pregnant in there 40's have a high risk of twins, look at celebrities for instance and look at how many who had kids in there 40's and had twins.
You could also try the following I found online
old wise Chinese Doctor, that if you want to conceive Twins naturally, here is the recipe:
B6 vitamin (200mg daily)
Calcium (1000mg daily)
Yams (Freshly brewed in a Juicer)
Apparently all three of those things must be used on a daily basis to ensure a naturally stimulated ovary that will ovulate at least 2 eggs a month.
http://multiples.about.com/od/funfacts/tp/howtohavetwins.htm
http://multiples.about.com/od/howtohavetwins/qt/howtohavetwinso.htm
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