Know the Stages of Foaling Mare Labor

by: Colorado State University
As foaling season approaches, horse owners who are expecting foals this year should know how to recognize the signs of labor in a foaling mare. The normal gestation length for a mare can range from 320 to 360 days, with the average being around 340 days. Stage One The first stage of labor is generally the longest and might take from one to four hours. The mare may act ...