Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this video, I share how I prepared my mare, Ava, for foaling by desensitising her to having her udder handled. Ava was quite ticklish, and I was concerned that she might not allow her foal to nurse, which could have impacted the foal's ability to receive essential colostrum. I walk you through the step-by-step groundwork and desensitisation techniques I used, focusing on building trust, improving her comfort, and ensuring a smooth transition into motherhood.
These simple yet effective basic horse training and horsemanship strategies are perfect for mares close to foaling or any horse needing to get comfortable with sensitive areas being handled. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced with horses, this video offers valuable tips for preparing your mare for foaling and ensuring her foal gets off to the best possible start.
If you're looking for groundwork ideas for horses or practical horse care tips, this video will provide insights you can apply to your own training and care routine.
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In this video, I share how I prepared my mare, Ava, for foaling by desensitising her to having her udder handled. Ava was quite ticklish, and I was concerned that she might not allow her foal to nurse, which could have impacted the foal's ability to receive essential colostrum. I walk you through the step-by-step groundwork and desensitisation techniques I used, focusing on building trust, improving her comfort, and ensuring a smooth transition into motherhood.
These simple yet effective basic horse training and horsemanship strategies are perfect for mares close to foaling or any horse needing to get comfortable with sensitive areas being handled. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced with horses, this video offers valuable tips for preparing your mare for foaling and ensuring her foal gets off to the best possible start.
If you're looking for groundwork ideas for horses or practical horse care tips, this video will provide insights you can apply to your own training and care routine.
Want to know more about Basic Horse Training Academy Go Here 👉 basichorsetraining.com/courses/basic-horse-training-academy
Don't forget to download your FREE guide - 3 Principles to help you train your horse with ease: You will find it here - basichorsetraining.com/3-principles
❤️ Buy Me A Coffee - No obligation whatsoever, but if I have brought you value and you would like to donate to support this channel, I would appreciate it. ❤️ buymeacoffee.com/basichorsetraining
Find me on Facebook: facebook.com/basichorsetraining
Find me on Instagram: instagram.com/basichorsetraining
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