Birth of a Foal
The birth of a new life has to be one of nature's most wonderful gifts, but visions of cuddly youngsters scampering about in lush green paddocks can often obscure the hazardous journey a young foal must endure before entering the world. 'Birth of a Foal' is the story of one such journey. Calcutt Productions have made a video which takes you through the experiences of Simon and Rosie Calcutt and their mare Barbarella . . . share their anxious moments as a stallion has to be chosen, then watching for signs of imminent birth. Visit Philpots Farm Stud, run by Mary Ann Miller, a knowledgeable stallion owner for over 30 years, and learn from her valuable advice on handling and routine care of young stock . . . experience the actual birth and be guided how to spot common problems such as a rejected foal and a retained afterbirth. Also see the tender bonding between a good brood mare and her new born foal. Under the watchful eyes of dedicated horse vets Christopher Ginnett and Philip Glyn, each stage from conception through to birth and the first formative months of life are recorded in this delightful and informative guide, including sections on swabbing, scanning, gelding, antenatal care and covering. Running Time : 50 minutes Original Music by Josephine Rucker and Dominic Hoare. Sketch by Gini Miller

£24.95 / Each

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