Equine-Reproduction.com Bulletin Board   Topics Page Register Profile Log Out Help     New Posts Last 1|3|7 Days Search Tree View   Posting is restricted to registered board members only to prevent spamming of the board. We regret the necessity of this action, but hope you will appreciate the importance of the integrity of the board. Registration is free and information provided during the process will not be submitted to third parties. Maybe a silly question Equine-Reproduction.com Bulletin Board » General Mare Questions - Volume 3 » Maybe a silly question « Previous Next » Author Message   Jane Whritenour Breeding Stock Username: Quarterhorsetimestwo Post Number: 167 Registered: 07-2008 Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 08:21 am:        I'm pretty new at this but I have a question. Does a broodmare show earlier since she may have had several pregnancies, as opposed to a maiden mare?   Diana Gilger Senior Stallion or Mare Username: Kdgilger Post Number: 4105 Registered: 01-2008 Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 10:03 am:        I believe 2 things...1, this is not a silly question and 2. Yes, I believe broodies who have had more foals look the part earlier. I have a couple mares who have had several foals, and they look like they're at 9 months when they're only 2 or 3 LOL. The maidens muscles and ligaments are still pretty tight, so it's harder to see the droop and width. I think after a while, the experienced broodmare's body just begins to stay looser than it would normally.   Linda Botterill Yearling Username: Linda_b Post Number: 54 Registered: 02-2007 Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 01:18 pm:        My friends broodmares still look pregnant even though they have both retired ! I asked her in the spring this year when they were due as they both looked ready to drop. When my mare Velvet had her 1st foal i was convinced she was open as she held the foal so tight.   Jane Whritenour Breeding Stock Username: Quarterhorsetimestwo Post Number: 168 Registered: 07-2008 Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 - 02:00 pm:        Thanks for your replies- I am adopting a mare that was used at a PMU barn - that has since closed but the rancher - continue to breed - She had a foal in the spring & has been in the pasture with a stallion. She is still in North Dakota at this time - I hope she comes soon. Anyway she looks large but she should be a big girl anyway. I know its hard to tell by looking but i thought she would "show" sooner from past experience. It wont matter either way - She'll get plenty of love. Baby too if that what we get. Please note that opinions, product information, advice or suggestions posted on this bulletin board are not necessarily those of the management at Equine-Reproduction.com nor does the maintenance of the post position indicate an implicit or any endorsement of that information, opinion or product. Further, although we have the greatest respect for the posters offering assistance here, you are advised to seek a consultation with your veterinarian prior to using information obtained from this board if it is of a veterinary nature. Proud to be sponsored and supported by: Equine A.I. Equipment Supplies For your Veterinary Ultrasounding Needs Hamilton Research Inc - Home of the Equitainer Exodus Breeders Supply An Industry Leader in Equine Veterinary Products! Specializing in Artificial Breeding and ET Supplies Your Compounding Pharmacy for Reproductive Needs! Quality Tanks at Competitive Prices! Safe, affordable breeding stocks!   International Veterinary Information Service   MAIN PAGE | INFORMATIONAL ARTICLES | SHORTCOURSES | SERVICES FROZEN STALLIONS | FREEZING LOCATIONS | SUPPLIES | BOOKS | LINKS EQUINE REPRODUCTION E-MAIL LIST | SEMEN CALCULATOR | BULLETIN BOARD SITEMAP | CONTACT US