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Miniature horse Mare Issues
Vets say that, just like dwarf dog breeds, the miniature horse industry experiences many of the same problems with reproduction. Breeding miniature horses can be very risky, both to the mare and foal. There is also significant hospital and vet expense associated with increasing the probability of a live delivery, with the foaling costs commonly exceeding $500.
Miniature horse Dystocia
Literally a "difficult delivery", dystocia is a serious issue for anyone considering breeding a miniature horse from USA genetic bloodlines. Because there is a huge variation in fetus size, it is not uncommon for a mare to suffer from dystocia and conditions where the fetus is too large for the mother to carry.
Miniature Horse Caesarian Sections
If your miniature horse has a too-large foal or a foal that has not moved successfully into the birthing position, your vet may elect to perform a Caesarian section delivery. Click here to learn about equine Caesarean sections in miniature horses.
Miniature Horse mental Trauma
The loss of a foal may also have an impact of the mental health of the surviving mother. Miniature horse owners reports that mares will be traumatized over the death of their baby for years, and the mare will have visible grieving reactions. In one case, a miniature mare who lost her baby many years ago became visibly disturbed when seeing a foal from another mother.
Remember, responsible miniature horse breeders will
want to provide proper
pre-natal and deliver care in an equine birthing center.
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