Keeping the mare far away from contaminants is important. Part of keeping the mare safe is providing a sanitary place to graze and prepare for her foaling. The Eastern Tent Caterpillar is one such contaminant. It should be made sure there are none near the mare. This may involve literally going out and killing them. The mare should be monitored during the pregnancy and the mare should be fed well (such as alfalfa) to avoid her grazing and consuming the possible toxin.
Certain drugs are helpful and do not have issues with the pregnancy. These drugs are Domperidone, Flunixin Meglumine (BanamineTM) and Trimethoprim Sulfa drugs. Probiotics are also helpful. Horses should remain on mycotoxin binders. Efforts to maintain the mare in good quality health are essential. If she has more weight on her and she is of a good body condition she will be able to carry the foal to term easier.
High quality feed free of contaminants is good. It might be helpful to have the mare on antibiotics when permissible during the final part of her pregnancy. She should be up to date on all her shots and immunizations. It is best to ensure the mare is of a high body condition but not overweight. She should be well tended to and monitored via palpation via rectum and other diagnostic forms to ensure the foal is healthy as well as the mare.
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