• Average Temperature
  
• Average Respiration
  
• Average Pulse
  
• Estrus Cycle (seasonally polyestrus)
  • 7 days estrus (in heat)
    14 days anestrus (out of heat)
  • Gestation

99.5 - 100.5 Degrees F
12 breaths per minute
35 beats per minute
21 days


336 days (11 months +/-)

• Foaling Information
  • Entire foaling process should take a maximum of 30 minutes
    (Consult veterinarian immediately if time is longer.)
  
  
• Recommended Vaccination Schedule for high exposure (Showing/Breeding/Racing)
  • Once Yearly                            Rabies, VEWT, PHF, Botulism, Strangles
    
  • 4 - 6 times a year                     Flu/Rhino
    
  • Low Exposure horse                Once or twice a year for all vaccinations

• Recommended Deworming Schedule
  
  • Four times a year is adequate for most environments
    Consult your veterinarian

• Dental and Foot Care As Needed

These are recommended normals and, as always, you should consult your veterinarian if you have questions about your particular horse care needs.