Foaling

The ARS Equine Colostrum Refractometer is a portable instrument for analyzing mare colostrum quality. Only a few drops of colostrum are required and the entire test can be completed in less than a minute. The ARS Equine Colostrum Refractometer features automatic temperature compensation for enhanced accuracy over an operational range of 10ºC - 30ºC (50ºF - 86ºF). Knowing the colostrum quality of the mare, immediately after foaling, allows the owner and veterinarian to determine if additional...

When preparing for foaling season, it is recommended that mare owners have certain equipment and supplies on hand in preparation for a routine foaling or if an emergency situation occurs. The ARS DEluxe Foaling Kits contain all the essential supplies needed for routine management of the late-term mare and newborn foal, conveniently packaged in a portable box. Each kit includes the "Techniques In Equine Reproduction" book which includes chapters on pregnant mares, foaling and foal care. In...

When preparing for foaling season, it is recommended that mare owners have certain equipment and supplies on hand in preparation for a routine foaling or if an emergency situation occurs. The ARS Standard Foaling Kits contain all the essential supplies needed for routine management of the late-term mare and newborn foal, conveniently packaged in a portable box. Each kit includes the "Techniques In Equine Reproduction" book which includes chapters on pregnant mares, foaling and foal care. This...

The ARS E-Z Breather™ Foal Resuscitator is a portable ventilation system for use on newborn foals when emergency resuscitation is needed. The E-Z Breather™ is easy to setup and can utilize ambient air, or supplemental oxygen if available.

The Madigan Foal Squeeze technique can be used to ?wake up? a foal with neonatal maladjustment syndrome (NMS). The E-Z Squeeze™ Foal Rope is 15? long with a leather hondo to make the first half-hitch easy to secure. Includes a laminated instruction sheet with pictures showing the procedure. ARS recommends that the treatment of foals with NMS be done under the direction of their veterinarian. This rope is also an ideal length and configuration to be used as a foal come-along rope. ...

Newly updated for 2024! The goal of this Foal Formulary and Field Protocol Guide is to provide Veterinarians and veterinary students with medication dosages and therapeutic protocols used in the medical management of young foals. 146 pages. Patrick M. McCue,  DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACT Jennifer N. Hatzel,  DVM, MS, Diplomate ACT Gabriele A. Landolt, DVM, PHD, Diplomate ACVIM Yvette S. Nout-Lomas, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVIM Andrea D. Oliver DVM, Diplomate ACVIM Jenny L. Sones,...

The Predict-A-Foal™ Kit is a mare foaling predictor kit that will determine whether she will be foaling within 12 hours. Safe and easy to perform, the test kit is designed to test for levels of calcium and magnesium in the secretions/milk of the mare's udder. The Predict-A-Foal™ user guide educates expecting horse owners in detecting the signs of parturition, when to begin testing, a step-by-step guide to testing procedures and interpreting test results. Predict-A-Foal™ is the easiest to use...

Replacement Test Strips for the Predict-A-Foal mare foaling predictor kit. 15 Strips per package.

Mare Foaling prediction kit that allows you to rest easier at night by predicting when birth is imminent. FoalWatch™ comes complete with 20 Test Ampoules, test tube for collecting mare's milk, bottle of distilled water, syringe, sample cup, and complete instructions. Not available for international sales.

E-Z Pass™ Enema Kit is an Acetylcysteine Enema designed for use in newborn foals with meconium impaction. The mucolytic properties of Acetylcysteine make this product highly effective in providing relief to newborn foals. The E-Z Pass™ Enema Kit includes all materials and supplies required, and is completely disposable. Studies have shown that up to three applications may be necessary for successful treatment of meconium impaction. The E-Z Pass™ Enema kit includes three packets (treatment...

The E-Z Pass™ Acetylcysteine Enema packets can also be purchased in bulk as individual packets for veterinarians and large farms who wish to provide their own supplies.

Fleet Enemas are sodium phosphate enemas that can be used to prevent or treat initial or minor meconium impaction in newborn foals. The enemas come ready to use in single-use squeeze bottles with pre-lubricated tips. 4 enemas per pack.

The 591C Densimeter, with the foal IgG calibration, provides a quick and accurate onsite measurement of the foal's immunoglobulin G (IgG) level. This test utilizes a small sample of the foal's blood to determine the concentration of IgG present at the time of the test. The 591C Densimeter display shows step-by-step prompts which guide the operator through the IgG test. Automatic temperature stabilization of the test compartment insures maximum accuracy in low temperature environments. The...

The 590B Foal IgG Analyzer provides a quick and accurate onsite measurement of the newborn foal's immunoglobulin G (IgG) level. This test utilizes a small sample of the foal's blood to determine the concentration of IgG present at the time of the test. The 590B Densimeter provides an accurate numeric result (mg/dl) in approximately 15 minutes. There are no color change charts or need to estimate degree of agglutination with this test.The Foal IgG Analyzer Kit includes the 590B Densimeter,...

Foal IgG Test Supply KitReplacement supplies for foal IgG testing are packaged and sold in a kit of ten (10) tests. Each individual test uses dilution cuvette, measurement cuvette, 2 red pipette tips, blue pipette tip, lavender 3 ml vacutainer tube, and a cap to seal the measurement cuvette. In addition, a 2 ml bottle of Anti-Equine IgG Serum is included with each kit. ARS recommends that the Foal IgG Test Supply Kit be in transit no more than two (2) days. It has been shown that extended...

The 591B Densimeter may be upgraded to measure both sperm concentrations and foal IgG levels. Once loaded, the operator may choose between sperm concentration and foal IgG measurements by simply selecting the desired operation. Current 591B owners may purchase the 591B Densimeter Foal IgG Upgrade (IGG-101-591B-UG)  Upgrade kit includes the IgG calibration CD, users guide, and a handy Foal IgG Poster. A Foal IgG Test Supply Kit is required and purchased separately. Each kit provides...

he 590 Densimeter may be upgraded to measure both sperm concentrations and foal IgG levels. Once loaded, the operator may choose between sperm concentration and foal IgG measurements by simply selecting the desired operation. Current 590 owners may purchase the 590 Densimeter Foal IgG Upgrade which includes the IgG calibration CD, users guide, and a handy Foal IgG poster.  A Foal IgG Test Supply Kit is required and purchased separately. Each kit provides enough supplies to test 10 foals. ...

The 590 and 591 Densimeters may be upgraded to measure both stallion sperm concentrations and bull sperm concentrations. Once loaded, the operator may choose between the two species by simply selecting the desired operation. Current Densimeter owners may purchase the Densimeter Canine Sperm Concentration Upgrade which includes the canine calibration CD, users guide, 43.2 ul Pipette, and all enough tips for the first 100 measurements.  ...

The 590 and 591 Densimeters may be upgraded to measure both stallion sperm concentrations and canine sperm concentrations. Once loaded, the operator may choose between the two species by simply selecting the desired operation. Current Densimeter owners may purchase the Densimeter Canine Sperm Concentration Upgrade which includes the canine calibration CD, users guide, 94.7 ul Pipette, and all the supplies required to perform the first 20 measurements. ...

The 591 Densimeter may be upgraded to measure both sperm concentrations and foal IgG levels. Once loaded, the operator may choose between sperm concentration and foal IgG measurements by simply selecting the desired operation. Current 591a owners may purchase the 591a Densimeter Foal IgG Upgrade (IGG-101-591A-UG)  Upgrade kit includes the IgG calibration CD, users guide, and Foal IgG Poster. A Foal IgG Test Supply Kit is required and purchased separately. Each kit provides enough supplies...

The 590a Densimeter may be upgraded to measure both sperm concentrations and foal IgG levels. Once loaded, the operator may choose between sperm concentration and foal IgG measurements by simply selecting the desired operation. Current 590a owners may purchase the 590a Densimeter Foal IgG Upgrade which includes the IgG calibration CD, users guide, and handy Foal IgG poster.  A Foal IgG Test Supply Kit is required and purchased separately. Each kit provides enough supplies to test 10...

The Foal IgG Poster is an invaluable reference guide for those who wish to measure IgG levels in newborn foals.A newborn foal is entirely dependent on maternal antibodies, absorbed following ingestion of colostrum, from its dam in the first few hours of life for immune protection. Failure of the passive transfer of maternal antibodies puts the foal at significant risk of infectious diseases. Monitoring the success of passive transfer by measuring levels of IgG in the blood of neonatal foals is...

The 500ml Plastic Measuring Cup can be used to collect colostrum from a mare for freezing or bottle feeding a foal. The cup is graduated for easy measurement of volume in millimeters, ounces or cups. A handle and pour-spout aid in transferring the colostrum into storage or feeding bottles. Non-sterile.

The 60cc Dosing Syringe can be used to orally medicate newborn foals under a veterinarian's direction. The catheter tip opening allows quick effective dispensing into the foal's mouth and the rubber plunger is easy to operate one handed. Graduations in both ounces and milliliters are provided. Available in boxes of 20, this item is non-sterile.

Sterilized Umbilical Clamps can be used when it is necessary to cut the umbilical cord. In some cases, the umbilical cord does not break naturally, or may need to be cut before it can break naturally. An umbilical clamp will prevent the umbilical stump from bleeding excessively and help prevent navel infection in these situations. Can be used as an alternative to umbilical tape. Sold individually wrapped in bags of 10.

Umbilical Clamps can be used when it is necessary to cut the umbilical cord. In some cases, the umbilical cord does not break naturally, or may need to be cut before it can break naturally. An umbilical clamp will prevent the umbilical stump from bleeding excessively and help prevent navel infection in these situations. Can be used as an alternative to umbilical tape. Sold in bags of 10.

Umbilical Tape is used to prevent excessive bleeding of the umbilical stump and to help prevent the introduction of navel infections. This product is an alternative to the umbilical clamp. Umbilical Tape is non-sterile and made from spun polyester. Available in a pack of a ten 12" lengths.

Navel Dipping Tube, 50cc tube, cap and label. Sold 30 per package

The Nasal Aspirator is used to clear mucus from the nasal passages of a newborn foal when necessary. This simple one handed design produces a gentle suction that is comfortable for the foal and effective. This product is easy to clean and disinfect for subsequent uses

This strap can be used to safely apply traction to the fetus if the birthing process has halted. The strap is 2-ply nylon with heavy duty plated D-rings and is designed for strength and durability.

These 4" by 4" cotton gauze squares are recommended to filter dirt and debris from the colostrum when transferring to a storage or feeding bottle. Cotton Gauze pads also have multiple general uses. Package of 200 squares.

The Fast-Read Digital Thermometer 10 second measurement time is ideal for checking the temperature of a new born foal. The Night Light Display is easy to read and shows the temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Foldable disposable funnels can be used to help contain the dry powder components as it is poured into the enema bottle.

The safest and most effective milk and colostrum collection device available. The hand-held trigger-operated pump snaps on a flanged plastic extraction cylinder. The Mare Milker comes packaged with two sizes of extraction cylinders. The #1 Small extraction cylinder accommodates small or maiden mares, sheep and goats. The #2 large extraction cylinder is for older or larger mares, miniature cattle and larger exotic animals. The extraction cylinders have been specially designed to fit the unique...

Replacement 16oz Colostrum Collection Bottles for the EZ Milker. Pack of 2 bottles.

Replacement 16oz Colostrum Collection Bottles for the EZ Milker. case of 12 bottles.

Freezable, leak-proof and sterile, these plastic, square 250ml bottles are the ideal for storing colostrum for later use. The square shape is ideal when storing larger quantities of colostrum in the freezer. A label is included to record the mare and colostrum information directly on the bottle. Sold in boxes of 6 bottles.