feeding the foal Flashcards
1
Q
what is the normal feeding behaviour of the foal?
A
-first, suckle 2-3 hours
-in the first two weeks suckle frequency is 7-8 times per hour
-up to day two intake = 15% of bw
after day 2 intake =25% of body weight to 2.5-3.5%
weight gain - 1-2kg a day
2
Q
what is the composition of colostrum?
A
- antibodies (igA, IgG)
- they fail to absorb these by enterocytes after 24 hours
3
Q
What id the composition of mature milk?
A
lipids = 12-13 g/kg
protien = 16-21
ash = 3-4
calcium =0.6-0.9
phosphurous = 0.21-0.6
lacose =69
4
Q
when is foals fermenting ability established
A
3-4 months
5
Q
when will a creep feed need to be introduced to the foals diet?
A
3-4 weeks
6
Q
what happens at weaning?
A
- foal should naturally adapt through loss of milk provided that they are given a creep feed and grass before the time of weaning