Collection: Pregnant Mare

Pregnant Mare Feeding & Nutrition | Late Gestation, Vitamin E & Selenium

Feeding the Pregnant Mare

Feeding a pregnant mare requires balance, quality and simplicity. Proper pregnant mare nutrition directly influences the nutrients available to the foal during fetal development and after birth. A well-structured feeding plan is therefore an essential part of managing both mare and foal.

In this collection, we have gathered products suitable for use as part of a balanced and varied feeding program for pregnant mares.

What Should a Pregnant Mare Eat?

The foundation of pregnant mare feeding is built on:

• high-quality forage

• balanced minerals and trace elements

• sufficient protein

• essential vitamins such as vitamin E

• selenium as part of mineral nutrition

The diet can also be complemented with simple, nutrient-rich ingredients such as seeds and berries to support overall nutritional diversity.

During pregnancy, feeding is kept as simple and balanced as possible, and strongly active herbal blends are avoided.

Late Gestation – The Final Third of Pregnancy

During late gestation, fetal growth accelerates and the nutritional demands of the pregnant mare increase. Feeding during this stage plays a key role in maintaining proper energy intake and nutrient balance.

Key focus areas in late gestation feeding include:

• energy intake

• high-quality protein

• minerals and trace elements

• vitamin E and selenium

The mare’s vitamin E and selenium levels directly influence their availability to the fetus and later through colostrum and milk, forming the nutritional foundation for the foal’s early development.

Smaller, more frequent meals can support feeding management, as the growing foal occupies more space in the abdominal cavity.

Why Is Proper Pregnant Mare Nutrition Important?

A well-fed pregnant mare is better able to maintain a stable condition throughout pregnancy and after foaling. Proper feeding supports the mare’s overall nutritional status and forms the basis of the foal’s nutritional start in life.

Balanced pregnant mare nutrition is therefore a key part of a functional and sustainable feeding strategy for both mare and foal. 🧡