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Pony overdue

Up Donegal · 2019-12-06 00:56:51

A friend has a Shetland pony which was due to give birth around the end of October or beginning of November. One month later, the pony still hasn't foaled. I asked my friend if the dates were accurate and they insist they are. Is it normal for a pony to be so long overdue?

06-12-2019 1:56am

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Up Donegal

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A friend has a Shetland pony which was due to give birth around the end of October or beginning of November. One month later, the pony still hasn't foaled. I asked my friend if the dates were accurate and they insist they are.
Is it normal for a pony to be so long overdue?

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#2 06-12-2019 2:38am

Cherry Blossom

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#3 06-12-2019 3:40pm

Ave Sodalis

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So long as the mare is not uncomfortable, I wouldn't worry about her being overdue. However, a winter foal is very unusual. It might be worth a quick vet visit to make sure all is going okay.

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#4 06-12-2019 8:07pm

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Is it the mares first foal? It’s not unusual for the first one to be a month overdue. Still worth a vets visit, they’ll check for a heart beat easily and won’t cost a fortune.

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#5 06-12-2019 8:11pm

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Mares can actually decide not to foal if they are moved / routine has changed , so keep that in mind .

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